酉 is the chinese character utilized for the tenth Earthly Branch of Bazi: Yǒu - The Rooster. It represents a wine vessel or a vase used in making and storing fermented millet alcoholic drink. The reason is that the Yǒu month is the month of harvest, and the Yǒu hours are those of aperitif time and afterwork parties. Yǒu/Rooster individuals adore to be acclaimed for their accomplishments as well as bragging about all the things and work they have done. But that's because they are perfectionists, meticulous and hardworking intelligent people who like flawless results. Roosters have high standards for themselves, and the fact is, even higher standards for the people around them. To say they are a bit judgemental is an understatement. Roosters do tend to crave the spotligth, and really thrive on attention. They are very careful about appearances, and so they are always well groomed in styles that flatter their body types. Roosters make sure you always notice them. The element associated with Yǒu/Rooster is Xin, that is Yin (female) Metal. It’s an extremely feminine element, a precious metal, elegant, finely worked and highly polished. But beware, beneath the brilliance of jewelry and the glamour, a razor-sharp blade - without mentioning a sharp tongue - may be hidden...
