Chuan
Time-Honored BrandChuan · Hubei · Founded
Chuan Tea, originating from Hubei, carries a century-old tea culture, inheriting the spirit of a time-honored Chinese brand through traditional craftsmanship and quality.
Brand Story
Chuan Tea, originating from Hubei, traces its history back to the Qing Dynasty. Historical records show that Hubei has long been a major tea-producing region with a rich tea culture. The founding of Chuan Tea is closely tied to the hard work of local tea farmers and merchants. In the mid-Qing Dynasty, as Hubei's tea industry flourished, Chuan Tea emerged as a representative of local tea trade. Its founder, whose name is yet to be verified, laid the foundation of the brand with exceptional tea-making skills and a relentless pursuit of quality. Chuan Tea not only enjoys a high reputation domestically but also sells overseas, serving as an important ambassador of Chinese tea culture. Through generations of inheritance, Chuan Tea has adhered to traditional techniques while integrating modern technology, continuously innovating to rejuvenate the brand. Its cultural significance lies in representing the outstanding quality of Hubei tea and carrying forward the profound tea culture of the Chinese nation, making it a shining pearl among China's time-honored brands.
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Signature Products
Selected from high-mountain tea leaves in Hubei, with a vivid green color, delicate aroma, and a fresh, sweet aftertaste. (50-200 RMB/500g)
Made with traditional fermentation techniques, presenting a bright red infusion, a mellow taste, and a hint of honey fragrance. (80-300 RMB/500g)
Rich in aged aroma, with an orange-red infusion and a smooth, mellow flavor, known for improving with age. (100-400 RMB/500g)
Stores & Addresses
Located in: Hubei（湖北）
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Cultural Note
Chuan Tea's production techniques, passed down for over a century, incorporate Hubei's unique tea-making experience, emphasizing careful selection of raw materials and precise control of firing, highlighting the natural flavor of the tea. The process includes steps such as fixing (sha qing), rolling (rou nian), and drying (gan zao), each executed with meticulous care, embodying the essence of Chinese tea culture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a "China Time-Honored Brand" (中华老字号)?
A China Time-Honored Brand is a designation by China’s Ministry of Commerce for brands with a long history that inherit products, craftsmanship or services across generations and have operated continuously to the present.
When was Chuan founded?
Chuan was founded in null, originating in Hubei, Hubei, primarily in the Tea field.
What is the signature product of Chuan?
Its signature product is Chuan Green Tea. See the "Signature / Buy Online" section on this page for more products and shopping links.
Where can I find the official list of China Time-Honored Brands?
You can log into the MOFCOM "China Time-Honored Brand Information Management System", or browse this site’s brand directory — we have profiled 1,451 time-honored brands.
Sources / References
Brand fundamentals (founding year, heritage level, recognition batch) follow official sources such as the MOFCOM time-honored brand list. Story and encyclopedia: