Typhoo tea

Typhoo Tea is a popular brand of tea in the United Kingdom, known for its distinctive taste and quality. It was first produced in 1903 by John Sumner Jr., a grocer from Birmingham, England. The brand is currently owned by Apeejay Surrendra Group, an Indian conglomerate.

History

Typhoo Tea was first introduced by John Sumner Jr., who wanted to create a tea that could aid digestion. He named the brand "Typhoo", which means "doctor" in Chinese, reflecting its health benefits. The brand quickly gained popularity and by the 1930s, it was one of the largest tea brands in the UK.

In 1968, Typhoo was acquired by Cadbury, the famous chocolate manufacturer. It was later sold to Indian conglomerate Apeejay Surrendra Group in 2005.

Products

Typhoo offers a wide range of tea products, including black tea, green tea, and herbal tea. The brand is known for its classic Typhoo Tea, a blend of black tea that is enjoyed by millions of people every day. Other popular products include Typhoo Green Tea and Typhoo Herbal Infusions.

Production

Typhoo Tea is produced using a blend of tea leaves sourced from different regions around the world. The tea leaves are carefully selected and blended to ensure a consistent taste and quality. The production process involves withering, rolling, fermenting, and drying the tea leaves.

Impact

Typhoo Tea has had a significant impact on the tea industry in the UK. It was one of the first brands to sell pre-packaged tea, which revolutionized the way tea was sold and consumed. The brand has also been a pioneer in promoting sustainable tea farming practices.

See also

• List of tea companies
• History of tea in the United Kingdom