Ginger History
The ginger variety whose rhizomes are suited best for our products has the botanical name Zingiber Officinale and belongs to the family of spice lilies. Its homeland is Southeast Asia. Ginger has few natural enemies and pesticides are not generally needed. Ginger plants require very well drained fertile soil at fairly high altitude as well as a steady rainfall. These are the conditions found in the upland mountain areas of Southern China.
The aroma of ginger is subtle. It is made up of specific fine scents. The flavour comes from the ginger oil. Ginger contains proteins, iron, bitter substances and other active biological ingredients which stimulate the stomach and the metabolism and strengthen the physical capabilities. Candied Ginger retains many of the healthy characteristics associated with ginger. So it is more than just a sweet, it is a good healthy food for you to enjoy everyday.
Ginger Dragon crystallised ginger is manufactured by modern machinery and equipment. In the past, it was refined by more primitive methods. The yield was much smaller and very variable. It was so small that it was only enough to supply the emperor Ming. Ming Tai Zu liked it so much, the manufacture was only performed by appointment of the emperor. This particular crystallised ginger (crystallised ginger slices) was called "Ming ginger".
A traditional jar used for storing ginger in ancient China.
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