清酒无瘾烈酒烧喉
[qīng jiŭ wú yĭn liè jiŭ shāo hóu]
The term implies a contrast between two types of alcohol: 'light' wine (qīngjiǔ) that does not lead to addiction and strong spirits that can be intoxicating and burning down the throat. It may refer to someone who is trying to express their preference for a more subtle or refined lifestyle, but still gets drawn into more intense experiences despite it.