Yongchun Aged Vinegar

Yongchun Aged Vinegar

Yongchun Aged Vinegar is a product protected under China's geographical indication system.

　　Yongchun Aged Vinegar is made from high-quality glutinous rice, red yeast rice, sesame, and white sugar as raw materials, brewed carefully according to a specific formula. Its brewing technique is unique. The vinegar has a dark brown color, strong acidity without harshness, a mildly sweet aftertaste, and a mellow, refreshing flavor that leaves the mouth feeling moist and pleasant. It can be stored for a long time without spoiling. It stands alongside Zhenjiang Xiangcu (Fragrant Vinegar) from Jiangsu, Baoning Vinegar from Sichuan, and Shanxi Laochencu (Old Aged Vinegar) in reputation and quality.

　　　　In the past, this vinegar was traditionally home-brewed and closely guarded as a family secret among wealthy households, occasionally given as a treasured gift to relatives and friends. A single jar of aged vinegar in a household would often be replenished over the years, becoming a century-old preserve and a symbol of good fortune. Very little was sold commercially.

　　　　In 1954, the patriotic overseas Chinese and then Vice Chairman of the All-China Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese, You Yangzu, co-founded Yongchun Winery with the county government. In 1958, the winery expanded into a brewing factory. Building on traditional folk vinegar brewing techniques, the formula and process were improved, enhancing the quality of the aged vinegar and significantly increasing production. In 1960, it was officially named Shuixianhua Brand Yongchun Aged Vinegar and exported under the management of the foreign trade department.

　　　　Yongchun Aged Vinegar has been awarded the title of Quality Product by the Ministry of Light Industry. It was selected for exhibition at the 4th Asia-Pacific International Trade Fair and won a gold medal at the First China Food Expo.

　　The geographical indication protection area for Yongchun Aged Vinegar covers the entire administrative region of Yongchun County, Fujian Province.