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A bar in Guangzhou is making waves with its unique "Villain-Hitting Cocktail," which combines a traditional Cantonese ritual with a modern twist. At the Lotus Lounge bar, customers can now enjoy a cocktail while participating in the age-old "Da Siu Yan" ritual, aiming to drive away bad luck.
When ordering the cocktail, customers receive a wooden box containing a plastic slipper and a green piece of paper. They can write the name of their "villain" on the paper, which is then beaten with the slipper by either the customer or a waiter. The ritual ends with the paper being burned to symbolize the departure of bad fortune. The waiter then reveals the cocktail inside the box.
This ritual has been a part of Cantonese culture for centuries. It gained popularity again after a video of the bar's offering went viral, receiving 50,000 likes and 130,000 shares on social media. While the price of the "Villain-Hitting Cocktail" isn't clear, the bar's average cost is around 150 yuan per person.
The "Da Siu Yan" ritual was once a common practice in Guangdong and Hong Kong, often performed by elderly women under bridges. Though it declined in the 1960s due to government crackdowns on superstitious activities, it has seen a revival in recent years.
Netizens have been intrigued by this creative blend of tradition and modernity. One user commented, "This is so much fun. I want to get rid of the negative things around me." Another said, "I wish I could have my boss's name on that paper and vent my frustration."
The bar's innovative approach has drawn crowds eager for both the experience and the content, with many calling it the most satisfying happy hour in town. Would you try this unique cocktail and ritual?
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Editor: Crystal H
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