Celebrating Tea Rebellion’s #1 B Corp Tea Company Ranking!

Tea Rebellion Tops Tea Global B Corp Rankings 

Join us in celebrating Tea Rebellion’s achievement as the #1 B Corp ranked tea company in the world! This milestone reflects our DNA as a purpose driven tea company founded to rebel against the bland, blended and exploitative and transform how the world drinks tea.   

This recognition celebrates Tea Rebellion and Matcha Rebellion's dedication to doing business differently but also inspires others to join the movement toward a an ethical, sustainable, and transparent tea and matcha industry.

At Tea Rebellion, we have always believed that transparency and impact should be at the heart of every cup. In fact sustainability is very much part of our DNA from day one and we are on a sustainability journey which has us re-defining what sustainability means for us as our company grows and as we expand our tea sourcing partnerships. Sustainability is a big concept and importantly includes economic & financial impact -  i.e.  the price paid to farmers for their tea. 

Tea Rebellion is #1 B Corp Tea Company 

Rebellion Food Company Ltd, the brand owner of Tea Rebellion and Matcha Rebellion achieved an incredible B Corp score of 137.7 the highest known score in the tea industry (see source on B. Corp website here)

This ranking places Tea Rebellion and Matcha Rebellion ahead of other leading ethical brands such as USA tea companies Bigelow, and Tease Tea as well as several well known UK companies whose initial date of certification and scores are listed below. (source B Corp Website, Find a B Corp).

UK B Corp Certified Tea Companies 

One takeaway from this table is that there are several boutique and premium tea companies that score high but that the UK's dominant grocery store tea brands like Tea Pigs, Pukka, Clipper, PG Tips & Yorkshire Tea are not on this list. 

So can radical transparency and direct trade as per the impact model of Tea Rebellion| Matcha Rebellion truly reshape the tea industry?  Will bulk traders & blenders currently missing from the list follow suite and change how they source & market their tea? 

Let’s explore how being a B Corp reflects Tea Rebellion’s core values and what it means for the future of ethical tea venturers.

What is a B Corp?

B Corporations hold themselves to rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. B stands for Benefits for all. To qualify companies need to score more than 80 points in the B Corp Impact Assessment (BIA).  The scoring system is undergoing transition and from 2026 onwards companies will need to achieve a minimum score in each area and cannot offset one area against another and without one precise score overall. 

Tea Rebellion’s and other listed tea companies above have a shared commitment to sustainability, community engagement, and innovation. Tea Rebellion’s focus on direct trade and transparent sourcing and co branding with farms empowers tea producers, setting a new precedent for ethical sourcing and industry transformation.

Tea Rebellion’s Impact on the Tea Industry

Tea Rebellion’s commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainable farming has sparked a quiet revolution within the global tea industry. By prioritising direct trade relationships with small-scale farmers, the company ensures that every purchase supports fair wages and environmentally responsible practices.

Will this result inspire other tea brands to rethink their supply chains?  Tea Rebellion’s approach shows that tea can be both exceptional in quality and ethical in origin.

Sustainability at the Heart of the Rebellion

Sustainability is not a trend for Tea Rebellion it really is the foundation to everything we do. By sourcing ethically produced teas, promoting traceability, and supporting smallholder cooperatives, we aim to embody what it means to do business responsibly.

This B Corp certification serves as powerful recognition of our mission. Achieving such a high score requires meeting rigorous global standards for social and environmental impact a reflection of Tea Rebellion’s integrity and dedication to doing good while doing well.

Looking Ahead: Tea Rebellion’s Vision for the Future

As Tea Rebellion celebrates its milestone B Corp ranking, we continue on our mission to drive positive change and long-term sustainability in the tea sector. 

Innovation and driving impact across tea value chains has given rise to the Regenerative Tea Action Project which aims to help farmers accelerate the adoption of and the commercial benefits from regenerative organic tea farming practices in the tea sector by working with smallholders, cooperatives and family run farms.  

With continued focus on innovation, community impact, and environmental stewardship, Tea Rebellion aims to inspire a new generation of purpose-driven tea businesses. 

Conclusion

Tea Rebellion’s achievement of securing the top spot in the global B Corp ranking stands shows its commitment to social and environmental responsibility and leadership and inspiration for wider tea industry change. Join forces to create a transparent, and purpose-driven tea industry that works for everyone.