James Warren Tea Limited (JWIL) carries a heritage that dates back to the dawn of the Indian tea industry. The company traces its lineage to James Warren, a pioneering British entrepreneur who planted his first tea estate near Dibrugarh in 1850. Over the following century, the family expanded its holdings, eventually forming the renowned “Warren Tea” brand. In 1983, the group was acquired by the Govind Ruia family. The current entity, James Warren Tea Limited, was incorporated in 2009 and formally took shape following a demerger from Warren Tea Limited in 2014, which transferred seven premium estates into its specialized portfolio.

The company operates exclusively in the “South Bank” region of Upper Assam, a belt world-renowned for producing the strongest and maltiest teas. Its primary estates include:

• Thowra: Recognized as a global flagship for high-quality CTC tea.
• Balijan (Hoogrijan): Known for stylish, tippy Orthodox and bright CTC cups.
• Deamoolie & Zaloni: Distinguished for their high-grade leaf production and strong market presence in Western India and the Middle East.

JWIL manages approximately 2,200 hectares of prime tea-growing land and employs over 4,500 people. The gardens are equipped with state-of-the-art factories capable of dual manufacture (CTC and Orthodox).

• Production Volume: The company typically produces between 3.5 and 4.2 million kg of tea annually, though recent years have seen fluctuations due to climate shifts.
• Recent Performance: In FY 2024-25, the company reported revenue of ₹166 crore, a significant increase from ₹117 crore the previous year, despite a seasonal industry downturn.
• Global Reach: JWIL is a major exporter, with its teas consistently meeting European and American MRL (Maximum Residue Level) safety standards, supplying markets in the UK, USA, Japan, and the CIS countries.

The company remains debt-free and continues to focus on “Garden Husbandry” to maintain its reputation as one of the top premium tea producers in the world.