Pukka Herbs take-over by Unilever

Pukka Herbs, a British producer of organic herbal teas and health supplements, will be taken over by the British-Dutch group Unilever. Further information about the purchase price has not been revealed by the parties involved. Founded by Tim Westwell and Sebastian Pole in 2001, Pukka Herbs puts emphasis on the usage of certified organic ingredients. By its own account, the tea company generates sales of around 30 Million £ and a growth of approximately 30%. In a note, Unilever refers to the Euromonitor 2016, according to which Pukka is the world’s fastest growing supplier of organic tea.