India
27 Tea gardens across four regions
28 Tea Factories and an Instant Tea Plant
Wholesale, instant and packet tea
India operations
The India operations consist of several distinct companies, the most prominent being Goodricke Group, a publicly listed organisation on the Bombay Stock Exchange, headquartered in Kolkata.
Beyond tea estates
While tea cultivation remains at the heart of operations, innovation and experience extend far beyond the estates. Goodricke’s packet tea portfolio spans a wide spectrum, from single estate Darjeeling and Assam teas to ready to drink iced teas and premixes, catering to diverse consumer needs across India.
Instant tea plant
Retail shops and tea lounges
Packet tea with several high-quality retail brands
Supporting local producers
The bulk tea business also purchases green leaf from independent tea growers, which supports community farmers and improves factory utilisation, reducing overall processing costs. The teas are predominantly sold through auction centres in Kolkata and Guwahati. Some of the Assam and Darjeeling teas are sold directly to international buyers.5,126 Has
In addition, the bulk tea business purchases green leaf from independent growers, supporting local farming communities and improving their factory efficiency.
Strategic growth & development
In recent years, the India operations have expanded into hospitality with the establishment of several tea rooms, including the iconic Margaret’s Deck. As part of its revitalisation strategy, the company is actively diversifying its portfolio beyond tea into other agricultural sectors, while also expanding its footprint in hospitality. These efforts demonstrate a commitment to evolving with changing market demands and creating new avenues for sustainable growth.
Goodricke loose leaf & instant tea
Goodricke's Darjeeling gardens, Castleton, Margaret’s Hope, Thurbo, Badamtam and Barnesbeg, are amongst the best known and produce some of the finest quality loose leaf teas in the world.
Goodricke has extensive facilities at their Aibheel Instant Tea Plant for manufacturing, alongside R&D to allow design and manufacture of instant teas to customer specifications.
