In short: Goodricke Group Limited is a black tea estate located on Gurusaday Road, India, at 9 metres elevation, operated by Camelia Group and holding Ethical Tea Partnership and Organic certifications.
Goodricke Group Limited is a black tea estate situated on Gurusaday Road in India, at an elevation of 9 metres. The estate is operated by Camelia Group and holds certifications from the Ethical Tea Partnership and for organic production. No buyers have been recorded in publicly available supply-chain data.
Terroir & Climate
At 9 metres above sea level and positioned at approximately 22.5°N latitude, this estate occupies low-lying terrain characteristic of the plains regions near Kolkata. Estates at this elevation and latitude in eastern India typically experience a hot, humid subtropical climate with pronounced monsoon seasons that drive vigorous flush cycles throughout much of the year. The near-sea-level altitude generally results in warmer temperatures year-round compared to hill-grown teas, which tends to accelerate leaf growth and can produce a more robust, full-bodied character in the manufactured tea.
Such low-elevation sites often benefit from deep alluvial soils and ample water availability, though the heat and humidity can present challenges in leaf handling and withering. The growing cycle in this climatic zone is typically prolonged, with productive flushes extending well beyond the traditional first and second flush periods seen in higher-altitude districts. These conditions generally favour the production of bold, malty black teas rather than the more delicate profiles associated with cooler, high-elevation estates.
Tea Produced
Goodricke Group Limited produces black tea. Estates in this low-elevation, warm plains environment typically yield teas with a strong, brisk liquor and a full body. The cup profile at such altitudes generally tends toward robust malty and sometimes slightly astringent notes, with less of the floral or muscatel complexity found in high-grown Darjeeling or Nilgiri teas. The accelerated growth cycles common at near-sea-level sites often result in teas well suited to blending and to markets that prize strength and colour over nuance.
Operator
The estate is operated by Camelia Group. No other estates operated by Camelia Group have been recorded in this directory at present.
Certifications & Ethics
Goodricke Group Limited holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, an industry initiative focused on improving working conditions, environmental stewardship and community welfare across tea supply chains. The estate is also certified organic, indicating that production adheres to standards prohibiting synthetic pesticides and fertilisers, which is of particular interest to buyers in markets with strong demand for certified sustainable and organic teas.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
GOODRICKE GROUP LIMITED lies at 22.5353, 88.3615 in GURUSADAY ROAD, India. Its 9 m elevation is the joint 283rd highest of 288 estates we map in India. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Barnesbeg Tea Estate — under 1 km away · Gurusaday Rd
- SSK Exports Limited — 1.1 km away · 1ST FLOOR
- Beesakopie — 1.3 km away · Kolkata
- Sungma Tea Estate — 1.4 km away · Camac Street
- Numalighur Tea Estate — 1.4 km away · Kolkata
Observed Climate at GOODRICKE GROUP LIMITED (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for GOODRICKE GROUP LIMITED’s coordinates recorded 1,858 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (450 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 31.4 °C and overnight lows 22.9 °C over the year; May was the warmest month and December the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,858 mm |
| Wettest month | July (450 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 31.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 22.9 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is GOODRICKE GROUP LIMITED located?
GOODRICKE GROUP LIMITED is in GURUSADAY ROAD, India, at coordinates 22.5353, 88.3615, at an elevation of about 9 metres.
Who operates GOODRICKE GROUP LIMITED?
GOODRICKE GROUP LIMITED is operated by Camelia Group, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does GOODRICKE GROUP LIMITED produce?
GOODRICKE GROUP LIMITED is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does GOODRICKE GROUP LIMITED hold?
GOODRICKE GROUP LIMITED is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership, Organic.
How much rain does GOODRICKE GROUP LIMITED receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,858 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (450 mm).
Data sources: public supply-chain disclosures (Ethical Tea Partnership member lists, Rainforest Alliance certificate holders and retailer supplier disclosures); climate figures are ERA5 reanalysis modelled for the estate’s coordinates via Open-Meteo (calendar year 2025); coordinates and elevations from geocoded records. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].
