Tianti Chestnuts

Tianti Chestnuts

　　Tianti Chestnuts

　　Located in Chenshui Mountain (also known as Tianti) in the central part of Tongshan County, this area is an important chestnut production base in the county and is well known as the “Hometown of Chestnuts.” According to historical records, the area has been abundant in chestnuts since the Qing Dynasty. Tianti Chestnuts come in various varieties, mainly including Zaosu (Early Chestnut), Hongguangsu (Red Glossy Chestnut), Yangmaosu (Woolly Chestnut), and Yousu (Oily Chestnut). Each variety offers a unique flavor. Zaosu has a reddish shell with a tender and crisp texture inside, and a sweet, fragrant taste; Hongguangsu is crisp and tender, offering a sweet and delicious flavor; Yangmaosu has a fragrant raw taste and a sweet richness when cooked; Yousu features a dark bluish-green color with a glossy sheen, rich in oil, and tastes as sweet as maltose—making it one of the finest varieties of chestnuts.