About Gillanders Arbuthnot & Co.

Gillanders Arbuthnot & Co. is a diversified business group with interests in plantations, textiles, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, chemicals, machine tools, engineering, real estates, and trading business activities. The company was founded in 1819 by F. M. Gillanders and G. C. Arbuthnot, and it has a long and rich history of operating in India. The company continued to grow and expand throughout the 20th century. In the 1960s, Gillanders Arbuthnot became part of the well-known Kothari Group of Companies. Today, the company is one of the largest and most diversified business groups in India.

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Gillanders Arbuthnot is a respected and well-established company with a long history of success. The company is committed to providing its customers with high-quality products and services, and it is dedicated to creating a sustainable future for India. The company also established several plantations in India, and it became a leading producer of high-quality tea from the regions of Assam and Dooars.

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Their garden grows tea all the way from the slopes of the Himalayas to the banks of the Brahmaputra where they produce the finest tea. The teas are exported to all over the world, and they are enjoyed by people of all ages. Today, the Company comprises of 3100 hectares of land that is home to 6 factories and 8 gardens. They produce approximately 10 million kilogrammes of tea per year, which includes CTC, Orthodox, and green varieties.

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The gardens are also a popular tourist destination. Visitors can tour the gardens, learn about the tea production process, and sample the different teas. The gardens are a beautiful and tranquil place to visit, and they offer a glimpse into the history and culture of Assam.

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Here are some of the Gillanders Arbuthnot & Co. Tea Gardens:

• Arun Tea Estate

• Betjan Tea Estate

• Dooria Tea Estate

• Gairkhata Tea Estate

• Gorunga Tea Estate

• Taipoo Tea Estate

• Borkatonee Tea Estate

• Dherai Tea Estate

 

The company's teas are known for their rich flavor and smooth finish. They are also known for their health benefits. Tea is a good source of antioxidants, and it can help to improve heart health, reduce stress, and boost the immune system.

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Gillanders Arbuthnot & Co. Ltd. is a leading tea company that is committed to producing high-quality teas. The company's teas are enjoyed by people all over the world, and they are a great way to start your day. Gillanders Arbuthnot & Co. Ltd. is a tea company that produces both CTC (crush, tear, curl) and Orthodox teas. CTC tea is a type of black tea that is made by crushing, tearing, and curling the tea leaves. This process breaks down the leaves and makes them easier to brew. CTC tea is typically used in tea bags and is known for its strong flavor. Orthodox tea is a type of black tea that is made by withering, rolling, and oxidizing the tea leaves. This process leaves the leaves intact and gives orthodox tea a more delicate flavour. Orthodox tea is typically brewed loose leaf and is enjoyed by tea connoisseurs.

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• Green Tea: Green tea is a type of tea that is made from unfermented leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. Green tea is known for its health benefits, which include reducing the risk of heart disease, cancer, and Alzheimer's disease. It is also a good source of antioxidants.

 

Their gardens hold the prestigious ISO 22000:2018 and Trustea certifications, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in tea production.