Twinings Original Earl Grey Tea

Twinings is one of the world's most iconic tea brands, with a heritage dating back to 1706 when Thomas Twining opened the first tea shop on London's Strand. The brand is famously credited with creating the classic Earl Grey blend at the request of Charles Grey, the 2nd Earl Grey.

While the brand's heart remains in London, its manufacturing and sourcing are truly global. Twinings sources tea leaves from dozens of countries and operates several processing facilities worldwide, including major hubs in the United Kingdom, Poland, and China to serve different regional markets. Since 1964, Twinings has been owned by Associated British Foods (ABF), a multinational food processing and retail company headquartered in London, United Kingdom. ABF is a global giant in the food industry, owning numerous high-profile brands across various grocery segments.