In short: Tungor is a black tea estate in Kericho, Kenya, operated by Unilever Tea Kenya at an elevation of 2,010 metres and known to supply Morrisons.
Tungor is a tea estate in the Kericho region of Kenya, located at an elevation of 2,010 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Unilever Tea Kenya, one of the country's largest tea producers, and is recorded as supplying the British supermarket chain Morrisons.
Terroir & Climate
At 2,010 metres, Tungor sits within the high-altitude band that characterises much of Kericho's commercial tea landscape. Estates at this elevation typically experience cooler temperatures and greater diurnal variation than lower-lying gardens, factors that generally slow leaf development and tend to concentrate flavour compounds. The region's proximity to the equator means daylight hours remain relatively constant throughout the year, while rainfall patterns usually follow the long and short rains typical of Kenya's Highlands.
Kericho's volcanic soils, derived from the Rift Valley geology, are generally well-drained and acidic—conditions that tend to suit Camellia sinensis well. The combination of altitude, equatorial light, and this soil type often encourages steady, year-round growth, with estates in the region typically harvesting continuously rather than in distinct seasonal flushes. These environmental factors are widely understood to shape the brisk, bright character for which Kenyan high-grown teas are known in international markets.
Tea Produced
Tungor produces black tea. Estates in Kericho at similar elevations typically yield teas with a bright, coppery liquor and a brisk, astringent profile. The cup character is generally clean and assertive, often displaying the malty, slightly citric notes that have made Kenyan black tea a staple in blends destined for the British and Middle Eastern markets. The style tends to favour strength and colour over aromatic complexity, suiting both packet tea and catering applications.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Tungor is recorded as supplying Morrisons, one of the United Kingdom's major supermarket chains. This relationship places the estate within the supply chain of a significant retail buyer, suggesting its output meets the volume, consistency, and food-safety standards required by large British grocers. The presence of Morrisons as a known customer indicates that at least a portion of Tungor's production is destined for the UK retail market, likely in own-label packet tea or everyday blends where Kenyan leaf is valued for its colour and body.
- Recorded supplier to Morrisons
Operator
Tungor is operated by Unilever Tea Kenya, the Kenyan subsidiary of Unilever and one of the country's most prominent estate operators. Unilever Tea Kenya manages a portfolio of gardens across the Kericho highlands; Tungor is one of seven estates operated by the company that are recorded in this directory. The scale and integration of Unilever's Kenyan operations mean that estates under its management typically supply both the group's own brands—including Lipton and PG Tips—and third-party buyers under contract.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Tungor lies at -0.3689, 35.2863 in Kericho, Kenya. Its 2010 m elevation is the joint 7th highest of 44 estates we map in Kericho. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Changana (Changana Tea) — under 1 km away · Kenya
- Kitumbe (Kitumbe Tea) — under 1 km away · Kenya
- BONDET (Chomogonday / Kymulot Tea) — under 1 km away
- Bureti Tea Company Ltd, Kalyet Tea Factory — under 1 km away
- CHEBOSWA — under 1 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Tungor
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Tungor (2,010 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Tungor recorded 1,984 mm in 2025, 14% more than the 1,737 mm average across these estates: at the same height, local weather and exposure matter as much as elevation.
| Estate | Where | Elevation | Rain 2025 | Mean high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tea Studio | Kattabettu, India | 2,010 m | 1,405 mm | 19.9 °C |
| Nyankoba Tea Factory | Kenya, Kenya | 2,012 m | 754 mm | 24.1 °C |
| Marybong Tea Estate | West Bengal, India | 2,016 m | 2,294 mm | 17.7 °C |
| GACHEGE | Kenya, Kenya | 2,003 m | 1,455 mm | 19.8 °C |
| Hubei Wuhan Jiarun Huiming Tea Co., Ltd. | Yongde County, China | 2,002 m | 2,779 mm | 19.9 °C |
Tungor Compared with Kericho
In Kericho, Tungor is drier than 81% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 93% of the others by elevation; cooler than 91% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Tungor against the 43 other estates we map in Kericho, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Tungor | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 2,010 m | 2,010 m | 1,836 to 2,437 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,984 mm | 1,984 mm | 1,021 to 1,984 mm |
| Mean daily high | 22.4 °C | 22.4 °C | 20.5 to 25.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.8 °C | 11.8 °C | 9.7 to 12.8 °C |
Observed Climate at Tungor (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Tungor’s coordinates recorded 1,984 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was October (286 mm) and the driest was February (16 mm). Daytime highs averaged 22.4 °C and overnight lows 11.8 °C over the year; February was the warmest month and August the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,984 mm |
| Wettest month | October (286 mm) |
| Driest month | February (16 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 22.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.8 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Tungor located?
Tungor is in Kericho, Kenya, at coordinates -0.3689, 35.2863, at an elevation of about 2010 metres.
Who operates Tungor?
Tungor is operated by Unilever Tea Kenya, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Tungor produce?
Tungor is recorded as producing black tea.
Which buyers does Tungor supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Tungor as supplying Morrisons.
How much rain does Tungor receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,984 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in October (286 mm).
How does Tungor compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Tungor recorded 1,984 mm in 2025, 14% more rain than the 1,737 mm average of estates at a similar elevation.
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].