Basic Introduction to Deep State Honey Peach
The Deep State Honey Peach has a cultivation history of over two thousand years. According to the “Deep State County Annals,” during the Han Dynasty, “the local produce of Deep State was peaches; in the past, there were peach tributes… Among the peaches of the northern regions, those from Deep State are the best, known as honey peaches.” “The peaches of Deep State, the embroidery of Rao Yang, and the silk of An Ping, are all unique products of their respective regions.” This suggests that the cultivation of honey peaches began on a large scale during the Ming Dynasty, and they were listed as imperial tribute items during the Daoguang period of the Qing Dynasty, serving as the prototype for longevity peaches.
Nutritional Value
The Deep State Honey Peach contains up to 13-18% sugar. The fruit juice contains glucose, fructose, protein, vitamins, carotene, calcium, phosphorus, iron, and other components, making it an excellent choice for fresh consumption or processing.
Product Characteristics
Both the red and white varieties of Deep State Honey Peaches share the characteristics of being large in size, bright in color, tender in texture, and sweet in taste. Due to their high sugar content and rich juice, when cut with a knife, the juice protrudes from the surface without spilling out. Since ancient times, there has been a saying about Deep State Honey Peaches: “When sliced with a knife, no juice flows out; when bitten into, the juice runs from the mouth.” When freshly picked, the peach fragrance permeates the air, but after picking, the fragrance only lasts for three days.
Historical Folklore
According to historical records, during the Han Dynasty, Liu Xiu's troops were pursued by Wang Mang's army. When Liu Xiu reached Deep State, he was both hungry and thirsty. After eating the local honey peaches, he felt reinvigorated and finally managed to escape his pursuers. Later, when Liu Xiu became emperor, he decreed that Deep State Honey Peaches should be designated as imperial tribute items. From then on, the reputation of Deep State Honey Peaches spread far and wide. In every subsequent dynasty, the imperial court listed Deep State Honey Peaches among its official fruit offerings. Whenever the honey peaches ripened, the farmers would select the finest fruits and send them to the capital city by cart or in baskets. As a result, Deep State Honey Peaches came to be known as “tribute peaches.” The reason why Deep State Honey Peaches can be considered the “best of the best” among peaches is closely tied to the local water and soil conditions. The honey peaches are concentrated in the old course of the Hutuo River in the western part of Shenzhou City. There is a sand layer more than three meters deep here, and the groundwater is shallow and sweet. The climate here is mild, which is beneficial for the growth of honey peaches. Additionally, the diligent management and nurturing of the peach farmers, including fertilizing, watering, pruning, and pest control, contribute to the growth of these large and sweet peaches.
Tasting and Eating Methods of Deep State Honey Peaches
Honey Peach Sauce
Ingredients
100 grams of fresh water honey peach, 50 grams of canned water honey peach, 1/2 lemon, 50 grams of superfine sugar, 200cc of water
Instructions
1. Wash the lemon and squeeze the juice and set aside.
2. Peel and pit the fresh water honey peach, then cut into small cubes. Cut the canned water honey peach into small cubes. Put them together into a blender with the lemon juice, sugar, and water, and blend until smooth.