13/04/2026
郑绵元酒厂自二十世纪初创立以来，便屹立于马六甲，乃由中国南来先贤郑则士先生所创，延续至今，历史悠久。
现任负责人郑先生，鉴于酒厂在马六甲已历经近百年之发展与传承，遂决意将整座酿酒厂区规划转型为一处兼具历史与文化价值之旅游景点，以延续创办人郑则士先生之精神与基业。
目前，郑绵元酒厂之酿造作业仍持续运作，并作为展示用途，向海外游客呈现中华传统酿酒工艺之流程与特色。
该酒厂创设于十九世纪末，素以秉承中华传统酿酒方法而著称。时至今日，厂内仍珍藏大量历史文物、旧时照片及珍贵档案，其中尤以记载创办人郑则士先生远渡南洋（下南洋）艰辛创业之事迹，尤具历史价值。
尤为难得者，乃该酿酒厂于二十世纪开始 (1919年），曾兼具“侨批信局”之功能。当时中国正值民生困顿、就业艰难及经济不稳之时期，旅居马来亚之华人，多经由此地寄送书信与侨汇返乡，以济家人之需。迄今仍保存各式传统书信与信封，保存完好，并陈列展示，供海内外游客参观。
为缅怀创办人之功绩，彰显其创业精神，郑绵元酒厂代表郑先生，特礼请天道宫郑师傅主持，为郑则士先生举行庄严隆重之祭祖法仪。
郑师傅首先于郑则士先生主墓前恭行祭祀，继而移至酒厂旧址，于其昔日居所之后院神位前再行法事，以尽慎终追远之礼。
两处仪式进行期间，皆显吉祥感应，似有灵应昭然。当时清风忽起，环绕墓地与神位之处，气场清和；又见灵虫现身，寓意祥瑞；掷筊得“圣筊”应验，显示神灵嘉纳，感应分明。
天道宫谨此祝愿郑先生将此百年酒厂转型为文化旅游胜地之宏愿得以顺利实现，四时游客络绎不绝。尤盼吸引来自中国之游客，亲临其境，感念先贤南来创业之艰辛与卓越成就，油然而生敬仰与共鸣之情。
Since its founding in the early 20th century, Tay Miang Guan Distillery has stood firmly in Melaka, established by the late pioneer migrant from China, Mr. Zheng Zeshi. Enduring to this day, it represents a legacy of remarkable historical significance.
The present custodian, Mr. Zheng, in recognition of nearly a century of development and heritage in Malacca, has resolved to transform the entire distillery complex into a cultural and historical tourist destination, thereby preserving and continuing the spirit and legacy of its founder, Mr. Zheng Zeshi.
At present, brewing operations at Tay Miang Guan Distillery are still maintained, primarily for demonstration purposes, offering overseas visitors an authentic insight into the traditional Chinese methods of wine-making.
Originally established in the late 19th century, the distillery is renowned for its adherence to traditional Chinese brewing techniques. To this day, it preserves an extensive collection of antiquities, archival photographs, and historical records.
Among these are valuable accounts of the founder, Mr. Zheng Zeshi, and his arduous journey to Nanyang (the Southern Seas) in pursuit of opportunity.
Of particular historical significance is that, beginning in the early 20th century (circa 1919), Tay Miang Guan Distillery also served as a “remittance and correspondence station” (qiaopi agency). At a time when China was experiencing severe hardship in livelihood, employment, and economic stability, Chinese migrants in Malaya relied on this site to send letters and financial support back to their families in their ancestral homeland. To this day, traditional letters and envelopes of various sizes have been carefully preserved in excellent condition and are displayed for visitors from around the world.
In honour of the founder’s enduring contributions and to uphold his pioneering spirit, the representative of Tay Miang Guan Distillery, on behalf of Mr. Zheng, respectfully invited Master Zheng of Tian Tao Gong Temple (天道宫) to officiate solemn ancestral rites for the late Mr. Zheng Zeshi.
Master Zheng first conducted ceremonial prayers at the principal tomb of Mr. Zheng Zeshi.
Thereafter, he proceeded to the distillery premises to perform a second ritual at the ancestral altar located at the rear of the compound, where the founder once resided, thus fulfilling the rites of remembrance and reverence for one’s forebears.
During both ceremonies, auspicious signs were observed, suggesting a benevolent spiritual presence. A gentle breeze arose, encircling both the gravesite and the ancestral altar, creating a serene and harmonious atmosphere.
Additionally, the appearance of a “blessed” insect during the rituals, together with the casting of a positive shengbei (divination blocks), signified spiritual acknowledgement and acceptance.
Tian Tao Gong Temple (天道宫) hereby extends its sincere blessings for Mr. Zheng’s vision of transforming this century-old distillery into a thriving cultural and tourism destination. It is hoped that the site will attract a steady stream of visitors throughout the year, particularly from China, who may feel a profound sense of pride and connection to the remarkable legacy and achievements of their fellow countryman in Melaka.
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