Shuangjiang Brand Bear Duck

Shuangjiang Brand Bear Duck

　　　　Founded in 1909 and produced by Chongqing Jiangbei District Food Company’s Bear Duck Factory

　　This product uses plump, healthy ducklings raised that year as the main ingredient. After slaughtering, all stray feathers are removed, and the ducks are marinated with dozens of precious traditional Chinese medicinal seasonings. They are then stuffed, shaped, and slow-roasted over a low flame. Before eating, they are steamed quickly for 30 minutes. The meat is tender, and the color, aroma, taste, and presentation are all excellent.

　　 Jiangbei Bear Duck originated in the first year of the Xuantong reign of the Qing Dynasty. At that time, there was a small trader named Xiong Hanjiang in Chongqing’s Jiangbei area who often sold smoked duck in streets and alleys. The duck he made had a golden color, soft and tender meat, and a refreshing, crumbly texture, which was very popular with diners. By the 1940s, many restaurants and eateries were competing to place orders with Xiong Hanjiang. From then on, Jiangbei Bear Duck became widely renowned, business thrived, and many vendors began imitating it. To protect his reputation, Xiong Hanjiang cut out the three large characters “Xiong Hanjiang” in gold paper and pasted them inside the glass display case. As a result, it also came to be known as “Golden Letter Bear Duck.”

　　　　　　This type of duck has an attractive appearance, is glossy and oval-shaped, with a dark brown or tawny surface. The skin is crispy and the meat is tender. When cut open, the inner meat is light red, and the fat is pale yellow, with clear layers. It tastes fragrant, refreshing, and leaves a rich aftertaste, featuring the unique flavor of Sichuan-style roast duck.