Çaykur Black Tea

Çaykur is the most prominent tea brand in Turkey, representing the country's rich tea-drinking culture. Founded as a state enterprise in 1983, its roots trace back to the establishment of the first tea gardens in the Rize province of the Black Sea region. The brand is synonymous with high-quality Turkish loose-leaf and bagged teas, sourced directly from the moist, fertile slopes of Northeast Turkey.

The manufacturing process is entirely localized, with Çaykur operating dozens of processing factories across the Black Sea coast. In 2017, the company moved from direct government administration to being a key asset within the Turkey Wealth Fund, ensuring it remains an essential pillar of the Turkish economy.

As a state-owned entity, Çaykur serves both the domestic market—where tea is the national beverage—and international consumers. The brand continues to innovate with organic tea lines, cold tea products, and green tea, all while maintaining its status as a symbol of Turkish heritage and hospitality.