One of the first questions I am being asked from many of my peers is "How is the Chinese beer?" And much to their surprise, my answer is "Quite good."
Fortunately, we arrived in Beijing with plenty of time to explore Beijing and experience its nightlife.
There is no drinking age in China and, from what I can tell, there is no alcohol commission either. Anyone can buy a Tsingtao (a brand of beer pronounced "Chingdow") from just about anywhere. I have yet to see a child drinking a beer but it is possible, I guess. Chinese people often drink beer or spirits with meals so many of the college students fit right in with their frequent beer and dinner routine.
As with many large cities in the States, Beijing offers loads of entertainment for those interested in spending a late night out socializing. We have already experienced the common Chinese activity of KTV, or kareokee. Imagine 15 of us in one room with two microphones, a TV scrolling lyrics and dozens of US$1.50 beers on the table. It was a night that will never be forgotten.
Beijing also has a famous bar district, Sunlitun, that offers a staggering amount of places to go. One of the places we found featured sand-covered floors and a rooftop covered in couches.
While the Chinese are not known for their drinking traditions, it is evident that many of them know how to relax and enjoy their free time.
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