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Hong Kang Trading’s Chinese source dated 13 July 2026 publishes indicative Moutai Zodiac ranges for 2014–2026. This guide reproduces those dated source figures—not live quotations, guaranteed buyback prices or indepen...
Hong Kang Trading’s Chinese source dated 13 July 2026 compares Moutai Zodiac releases from 2014 to 2026. This guide reproduces its source-published indicative figures; they are not live quotations, guaranteed buyback prices or independently verified comparables.
The source asks: Which year appears most valuable in its comparison, and what indicative Hong Kong ranges did it publish? The figures below preserve that central scope while separating source claims from official release facts and item-specific appraisal.
1. Source-Published Moutai Zodiac Comparison
In Hong Kang Trading’s Chinese source, the indicative ranking is presented as a source claim: it places the 2015 Year of the Goat ahead of the 2014 Year of the Horse. The ranking and figures are presented here as the source’s comparison.
1. 2015 Yiwei Year of the Goat
Hong Kang’s Chinese source describes the 2015 Goat-year release as the scarcest and highest-priced in its comparison.
2. The inaugural release: 2014 Jiawu Year of the Horse
The Chinese source identifies the 2014 release as the inaugural Moutai Zodiac bottling and attributes historical significance to it.
- Source-published launch reference: RMB 849, recorded in the Chinese source as the historical launch figure.
- Source-published 2026 comparison: RMB 12,735, stated as approximately HK$13,754 and nearly fourteen times the launch figure. Status: Retained as the dated comparison stated in the Chinese source.
3. Releases from 2017 onwards
The source says volumes increased from 2017 onwards and appreciation slowed compared with earlier releases. This context explains the later rows in its comparison.
2. Indicative Hong Kong Ranges Published in the Chinese Source
The table below reproduces the figures that Hong Kang Trading’s Chinese source dated 13 July 2026 published for single 500 ml bottles described as complete and in full condition, and said were converted to HKD at the source’s then-current rate. The rows reproduce that comparison:
| Zodiac year | Market nickname | Source-published indicative range (HKD) | Source commentary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Jiawu Year of the Horse | Horse-year Moutai | HK$13,500–15,000+ | Source view: inaugural release; characterised as very scarce. |
| 2015 Yiwei Year of the Goat | Goat-year Moutai | HK$20,000–28,000+ | Source view: characterised as the scarcest and highest-priced. |
| 2016 Bingshen Year of the Monkey | Monkey-year Moutai | HK$5,500–7,500 | Source view: early first-cycle release. |
| 2017 Dingyou Year of the Rooster | Rooster-year Moutai | HK$3,500–4,500 | Source view: source describes 2017 as a supply turning point. |
| 2018 Wuxu Year of the Dog | Dog-year Moutai | HK$3,200–4,200 | Source view: source says market circulation is relatively larger. |
| 2019 Jihai Year of the Pig | Pig-year Moutai | HK$3,000–4,000 | Source view: described as a mainstream collector focus. |
| 2020 Gengzi Year of the Rat | Rat-year Moutai | HK$2,800–3,800 | Source view: source notes market-related fluctuation. |
| 2021 Xinchou Year of the Ox | Ox-year Moutai | HK$3,200–4,500 | Source view: source says an earlier premium had stabilised. |
| 2022 Renyin Year of the Tiger | Tiger-year Moutai | HK$2,800–3,500 | Source view: source associates the range with larger supply. |
| 2023 Guimao Year of the Rabbit | Rabbit-year Moutai | HK$2,500–3,200 | Source view: source associates the range with greater market saturation. |
| 2024 Jiachen Year of the Dragon | Dragon-year Moutai | HK$2,400–2,900 | Source view: source reports a decline of more than 50% from a prior high. |
| 2025 Yisi Year of the Snake | Snake-year Moutai | HK$2,100–2,300 | Source view: source reports a wholesale-price inversion. |
| 2026 Bingwu Year of the Horse | New Horse-year Moutai | HK$2,050–3,800 | Source view: source describes an initial new-release premium. |
Source and date note: Hong Kang Trading published these indicative figures in its Chinese source dated 13 July 2026. They are not live quotes, offers or independently verified comparables. An actual appraisal must use the exact release, bottle condition, weight, packaging, provenance and current evidence.
3. Why the 2026 Year of the Horse Is a New Collector Focus
The 2026 Bingwu Year of the Horse Moutai continues the Zodiac range while opening its second twelve-year cycle.
1. A step forward in design and presentation
The 2026 Horse-year bottle uses “Qi violet” as its principal colour. Its design incorporates Professor Wang Shaojun's Horse Treading on Auspicious Clouds relief and the intangible-cultural-heritage craft of gold-and-silver inlay. The highly decorative presentation strengthens its appeal as a gift and art collectable.
2. Dated Official Retail Reference
Kweichow Moutai’s January 2026 company filing listed RMB 1,899 as the self-operated retail price for the 53% ABV, 500 ml Horse-year Classic Edition. It is an official retail reference for that edition and should be read separately from the dated indicative Hong Kong ranges above.
4. Professional Inspection: Questions, Not Home Authentication Tests
Bottle appearance can raise questions. Because those drilling, closure and chip claims are not supported here by an authoritative public reference, this article does not present them as home authentication tests. No household observation below establishes authenticity.
1. Bottle and label observations
- What to record: Photograph the base, labels, seams, liquid level and any unexplained marks without drilling, opening or otherwise altering the bottle.
- What the observation means: An unusual mark is a question for qualified inspection, not proof that a bottle is genuine or counterfeit.
2. Closure observations
- What to record: Photograph the closure from several angles and note visible damage without attempting to remove it.
- Next step: Ask a qualified examiner to assess the closure and provenance record; visual appearance alone does not determine authenticity.
3. Digital and documentary records
- Treat chip, code or app responses only as supporting records, never as a pass/fail home test. Retain purchase records and provenance for qualified physical inspection.
5. Condition Variables in a Current Market Comparison
For a current market comparison, record the condition of each bottle item by item:
- Bottle weight and evaporation: Record the stated 500 ml volume and 53% ABV, photograph the fill level and obtain a dated actual-weight reading. Do not convert a one-centimetre change into a fixed percentage deduction.
- Packaging integrity: Record every original box, certificate and bag that is present or missing. The effect must be assessed on the specific set; do not apply a fixed percentage without a dated basis.
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Label condition: In Hong Kong's humid climate, record mould, staining, lifting or other label damage with clear photographs. Any effect on a current assessment must be determined from the bottle in hand.
Conclusion and expert advice
Within Hong Kang’s dated Chinese-source comparison, the 2015 Goat-year range is highest, followed by the 2014 Horse-year range. That ranking and every table figure are indicative source claims, not live quotes or independently verified market data. Request a current item-specific assessment before deciding whether to retain or sell.
Hong Kang Trading’s practical recommendations:
- Qualified inspection first: Do not rely on home tests to judge authenticity; document observations and use qualified physical inspection plus provenance.
- Constant temperature and humidity: In Hong Kong, maintain stable temperature and humidity and keep bottles securely sealed to limit evaporation-related loss.
- Choose professional channels: Stock from heavily subsidised platforms or private transfers can have a complex history; for a buyback, use a professional dealer backed by a physical shop.
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