Dingxing
Time-Honored BrandDingxing · Sichuan · Founded
A traditional Sichuan food brand renowned for its handcrafted soy sauce and vinegar, preserving ancient brewing techniques for a rich, mellow flavor.
Brand Story
Dingxing originated in Sichuan, with a history dating back to the late Qing Dynasty (around the late 19th century). Founder Li Dingxing opened a small workshop in Chengdu, brewing soy sauce and vinegar. He insisted on using local premium soybeans and wheat, employing traditional sun-drying and dew-collecting methods. The resulting soy sauce, with its reddish-brown hue and rich aroma, won the hearts of local residents. After Li's passing, his son inherited the business and renamed the workshop 'Dingxing', symbolizing prosperity. During the Republic of China era (1912-1949), Dingxing products reached many parts of Sichuan, becoming a well-known condiment. After the founding of New China, Dingxing underwent public-private partnership, yet its traditional brewing techniques were preserved. Today, Dingxing continues to brew by hand, and its soy sauce and vinegar are highly esteemed in Sichuan, serving as an important symbol of local culinary culture.
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Signature Products
Crafted with traditional sun-drying and dew-collecting methods, this soy sauce boasts a rich aroma and reddish-brown color, ideal for braising and cold dishes. (20-40 CNY/500ml)
Made from rice and wheat bran, aged for over three years, offering a mild acidity and a lingering finish. (15-30 CNY/500ml)
Made with Erjingtiao chili peppers and broad beans, naturally fermented, delivering a spicy and savory depth, essential for Sichuan cuisine. (10-25 CNY/500g)
Stores & Addresses
Located in: Sichuan（四川）
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Cultural Note
Dingxing's brewing follows the seasonal rhythm: making koji in spring, sun-drying sauce in summer, extracting soy sauce in autumn, and maturing vinegar in winter. The process relies on manual turning and avoids preservatives. Its soy sauce requires over a year of sun exposure, while the vinegar ages for three years, reflecting the Sichuan people's wisdom of living in harmony with nature.
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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 Dingxing founded?
Dingxing was founded in null, originating in Sichuan, Sichuan, primarily in the Food & Beverage field.
What is the signature product of Dingxing?
Its signature product is Dingxing Premium Soy Sauce. 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?
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