1871

How it started

Thomas Johnston Lipton opens his first shop at 101 Stobcross St. Glasgow, UK. His goal was to promote and democratize tea and make it accessible to all. Even in his early years, Thomas Lipton proved himself to be a true entertainer and marketer, like promoting the launch of his new shop with the worlds biggest wheel of cheese!

1890

First Estate? Check!

Thomas Lipton bought his first tea estates in Ceylon. This is the first important milestone for what is about to become a bright and refreshing future. Thomas Lipton again showed his innovative spirit by developing a rope system for faster tea transport on the estate.

1904

Best Day Ever!

Although it was first mentioned in 1879, the first commercial iced tea was invented by Tea farm owner Richard Bieckynden at the St. Louis fair and is a real inspiration for Lipton Iced Tea.

1964

Iced Tea for everyone!

The Lipton iced tea mix is launched in the US. What great news!

1972

Caught some sunshine in a can! 

“Can” this get better? Yes, it can! Lipton Iced Tea in a can is introduced in the US. Now people can enjoy their favorite iced tea ready to drink. This is an important moment, as now people can take a little sunshine with them wherever they go.

1975

Powdered Lipton Iced Tea makes its European debut 

Lipton Iced Tea in powder form launches in Europe and now even more people can enjoy the deliciously fruity taste of our tea-based beverage.

1991

Going worldwide!

We already knew it, but Lipton Iced Tea is best enjoyed with friends! So, Lipton and Pepsi-Cola form a joint partnership to bring the best iced tea around the world. Ready to Drink Lipton Iced Tea is soon one of the most popular iced teas worldwide. Enjoyed in over 100 countries and number 1 in 16.

2007

Becoming a role model

Lipton becomes the first major tea company to publicly commit to sustainability.

2021

For a Better Future

Lipton Iced Tea takes another step towards  a brighter future, with 100% rPET bottles starting to rollout across Europe.

Today

How it’s going!

What a journey it has been so far! By now, with more than 125 years of experience, Lipton is the No. 1 Tea brand globally! Refreshing you for over a century!