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Twinings




Twinings is a brand of Tea , primarily operating in the United Kingdom . The Company is based in Andover . The company first made tea in 1706 , and it was taken over in 1964 by Associated British Foods .

Twinings mostly provide speciality teas such as Lapsang Souchong , English Breakfast , Lady Grey or Darjeeling . It is generally accepted that the company were the first to blend Earl Grey in Britain during the Premiership of Charles, 2nd Earl Grey , although this is disputed by rival tea merchants Jacksons of Piccadilly.

During 2005, Twinings introduced their first generic, non-speciality tea, under the brand 'Everyday Tea'. The company is also known for its ethical and Fair Trade policy.

There is a Twinings shop on The Strand , in London .


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