Wang Ruiyu
Time-Honored BrandWang Ruiyu · Jiangsu · Founded
Wang Ruiyu is a time-honored tea brand from Jiangsu, known for its traditional craftsmanship and quality inheritance. With a rich history dating back to the Qing Dynasty, it specializes in green and jasmine teas, offering aromatic and mellow flavors that reflect the essence of Jiangnan tea culture.
Brand Story
Wang Ruiyu, a tea brand from Jiangsu, traces its origins to the Qing Dynasty (pending verification). Founded by the Wang family, the brand earned local renown through strict quality control and unique tea-making techniques. Known for its meticulous selection of leaves and exquisite craftsmanship, Wang Ruiyu excels in producing green teas and jasmine teas, celebrated for their rich aroma and smooth taste. During the Qing Dynasty, its teas were reportedly presented as local tributes to the imperial court, boosting its fame. In the Republican era, it continued to thrive as a leading tea brand in Jiangsu. After 1949, the brand underwent historical transformations such as public-private partnership, yet it has been preserved and passed down to this day. Wang Ruiyu is not just a commercial brand but also a carrier of Jiangsu's tea culture, embodying the spirit of Chinese time-honored brands through its traditional techniques and business philosophy. Although the exact founding year awaits official verification, its historical trajectory is clear and culturally significant, making it an important case for studying Jiangsu's tea industry.
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Signature Products
Produced near Lake Tai in Jiangsu, this tea features fine, curly leaves shaped like snails, offering a fresh and sweet taste. (200-800 RMB/500g)
A Nanjing specialty with needle-shaped leaves, elegant aroma, clear liquor, and a lingering finish. (150-500 RMB/500g)
Made with green tea scented with fresh jasmine flowers, delivering a fresh, lasting fragrance and a mellow taste. (100-300 RMB/500g)
Stores & Addresses
Located in: Jiangsu（江苏）
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Cultural Note
Wang Ruiyu's traditional tea-making techniques emphasize raw material selection and precise heat control, particularly in pan-firing (chaoqing) and scenting with flowers (xunhua). The craft is passed down through master-apprentice relationships, preserving the essence of handcrafted tea-making since the Qing Dynasty. The brand's culture underscores integrity and quality, reflecting the refinement and elegance of Jiangnan 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 Wang Ruiyu founded?
Wang Ruiyu was founded in null, originating in Jiangsu, Jiangsu, primarily in the Tea field.
What is the signature product of Wang Ruiyu?
Its signature product is Biluochun. 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: