A series of pictures shows how Qingdao citizens drink Qingdao draft beer. As the temperature rises, buying a fresh draft beer served in a plastic bag for only a few yuan, seems to be the way forward. /VCG Photo

Qingdao draft beer represents the most basic necessity in life for this city’s residents. It is part of a unique summer culture for the coastal town. /VCG Photo

In Qingdao, people prefer draft beer to bottled beer, primarily because of its fresh taste. /CGTN Photo

There are four breweries in Qingdao where draft beer is poured into barrels at 0°C and transported directly to the market, ensuring its freshness. /CGTN Photo 

Draft beer has a shelf life of only one day after opening, but the draft beer is capable of maintaining a temperature of 0°C while in the barrel, which is more efficient than the bottled equivalent. /CGTN Photo

The supply of Qingdao draft beer is tight, especially in summer. /VCG Photo

Commodity stores and beer houses are everywhere in Qingdao, but even so, they are in short supply, with restaurants and supermarkets also demanding the product. /VCG Photo