Lipton Collection

Shamrock V races
The first appearance in a race by the Shamrock V, Sir Thomas Liptons Americas Cup challenger in 1930. The Shamrock V is seen here in the foreground, alongside Lord Camroses Cambria

The sailing yachts White Heather and Shamrock, race downwind. Shamrock was designed by William Fife and was Sir Thomas Liptons first challenger for the Americas Cup

Ox-pulled wagon - Lipton Tea Company
Colombo, Sri Lanka - a wagon of the Lipton Ltd. Tea company bearing a mass of wooden tea chests and pulled by a pair of white oxen. Date: circa 1910s

Americas Cup challenger Shamrock IV sailing without topsail, 1914. Creator
Americas Cup challenger Shamrock IV sailing without topsail, 1914. Shamrock IV was a yacht owned by Sir Thomas Lipton and designed by Charles Ernest Nicholson. She was launched in June 1914

The cutter Shamrock beating upwind. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Shamrock beating upwind. Shamrock, designed by William Fife, was Sir Thomas Liptons first (1899) challenger to the Americas Cup

The J-Class yachts Shamrock V and Britannia, 1934. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The J-Class yachts Shamrock V and Britannia, 1934

The majestic cutters White Heather and Shamrock race downwind, 1912. Creator
The majestic cutters White Heather and Shamrock race downwind, 1912

Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton, 1st Baronet, British grocer and yachtsman, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton, 1st Baronet, British grocer and yachtsman, 1926. Portrait of Lipton (1848-1931) who created the famous Lipton tea brand and took part in the Americas Cup

Launch of Shamrock V
The Shamrock V yacht, commissioned by Sir Thomas Lipton to contest the Americas Cup, is launched at Gosport, Hampshire following the naming ceremony by Lady Shaftesbury Date: 14 April 1930

Lipton / Sir Thomas / Vf 01
J Reid Walker wears a ? Homburg hat, wing collar & red tie, black waistcoat & lounging jacket, grey herringbone tweed trousers with turn-ups & a front crease Date: 1909

The cutter Shamrock beating to windward. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Shamrock beating to windward. Shamrock, designed by William Fife, was Sir Thomas Liptons first (1899) challenger to the Americas Cup

The cutter Shamrock sailing close-hauled, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Shamrock sailing close-hauled, 1912. Shamrock, designed by William Fife, was Sir Thomas Liptons first (1899) challenger to the Americas Cup

Page of Victorian advertisements 1896
A page from The Illustrated London News, dated 11 April 1896, showing three advertisements, for Liptons Teas, Beethams Glycerine and Cucumber preparation, and Mappin & Webbs fitted suit cases

Colombo, Sri Lanka - Lipton Ltd. Tea Company - Maddema Mills - note the ox-pulled tea wagons, each individually numbered (see also: 10296761). Date: circa 1905

The launch of Shamrock IV with H. M. S. Victory in the background, May 1914. Creator
The launch of Shamrock IV at Gosport with H.M.S. Victory in the background, May 1914. Shamrock IV was a yacht owned by Sir Thomas Lipton and designed by Charles Ernest Nicholson

Thomas Lipton acht, Erin

Sir Thomas Lipton's Steam Yacht Erin, early 1900s

Lipton's tea factory at Pooprassie, Sri Lanka, Victorian period

Lipton's Tea Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for Lipton Ltd, promoting Lipton's Tea, If you want the best tea, go to the firm that grows it

Sir Thomas Lipton on a yacht
Sir Thomas Lipton (May 1848- October 1931) on board his steam yacht Erin'. Preparing for the Challenger of the America cup on the sailing boat Shamrock II

Larisa Neiland The Lipton Championship 22 March 1994 Date: 22 March 1994

Alberto Berasategui The Lipton Championship 22 March 1994 Date: 22 March 1994

Michael Chang Lipton International 27 March 1991 Date: 27 March 1991

Clare Wood Lipton International 27 March 1991 Date: 27 March 1991

Zina Garrison Lipton International 27 March 1991 Date: 27 March 1991

Woman picking tea (colour photo)
3096486 Woman picking tea (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman picking tea. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Scene in Week Street, Maidstone, Kent
Busy street scene - Week Street, Maidstone, Kent. Date: circa 1940s

Women recording votes for the General Election 1955
Women recording the General Election votes, 26 May 1955, in Brixton town hall, London. The 1955 General Election, often described as one of the dullest of the post-war period

Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton, 1st Baronet, 1930s
3507492 Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton, 1st Baronet, 1930s by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); (add.info.: Players cigarette card depicting Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton, 1st Baronet)

King Street, South Shields, Tyne and Wear. circa 1900

Town Hall and shops, Halifax, Yorkshire. circa 1900

Advert for Liptons Teas 1896
An advertisement for Liptons Teas, with an illustration of one of the Lipton Tea-Gardens in Ceylon (Sri Lanka). 1896

The Angel, Islington, London (b / w photo)
5986817 The Angel, Islington, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Angel, Islington, London)

£1 for every Man and Woman in the Kingdom, £50, 000, 000 subscribed (b / w photo)
1615373 £ 1 for every Man and Woman in the Kingdom, £ 50, 000, 000 subscribed (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Maddema Mills, Colombo (colour photo)
3102137 Maddema Mills, Colombo (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maddema Mills, Colombo)

Sir Thomas Lipton, Bt. 1926 (colour litho)
473376 Sir Thomas Lipton, Bt. 1926 (colour litho) by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton)

Advertisement, Liptons Teas (engraving)
1100213 Advertisement, Liptons Teas (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Liptons Teas)

Lipton Tea Plantation - Sri Lanka - Bunyan Estate - Pickers. Date: circa 1910s

Magnificent group of 1st Class Races: Shamrock V, White Heather and Candida, 1930

The towering 10, 450 sq ft sail area of Shamrock IV, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The towering 10, 450 sq ft sail area of Shamrock IV, 1914. Shamrock IV was a yacht owned by Sir Thomas Lipton and designed by Charles Ernest Nicholson. She was launched in June 1914

The cutter Shamrock sailing close-hauled. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Shamrock sailing close-hauled. Shamrock, designed by William Fife, was Sir Thomas Liptons first (1899) challenger to the Americas Cup

Americas Cup challenger Shamrock III. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Americas Cup challenger Shamrock III. The yacht was designed by William Fife, and was built by William Denny and Brothers of Dumbarton, Scotland. The yacht was launched on 1903

The cutter Shamrock beating upwind, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Shamrock beating upwind, 1912. Shamrock, designed by William Fife, was Sir Thomas Liptons first (1899) challenger to the Americas Cup

After launch of Shamrock IV at Gosport with H. M. S. Victory in the background, May 1914
After launch of Shamrock IV at Gosport with H.M.S. Victory in the background, May 1914. Shamrock IV was a yacht owned by Sir Thomas Lipton and designed by Charles Ernest Nicholson

The launch of Shamrock IV at Gosport, May 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The launch of Shamrock IV at Gosport, May 1914. Shamrock IV was a yacht owned by Sir Thomas Lipton and designed by Charles Ernest Nicholson

Close up of Shamrocks Deck. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Close up of Shamrocks Deck. Shamrock, designed by William Fife, was Sir Thomas Liptons first (1899) challenger to the Americas Cup. She was 128 ft overall length and carried 13, 492 sq ft of canvas

Shamrock and White Heather powering to windward, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Shamrock and White Heather powering to windward, 1912

Shamrock, Westward, Britannia, Astria and Velsheda, 1933. Creator
Racing yachts Shamrock, Westward, Britannia, Astria and Velsheda, 1933

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"Lipton: A Legacy of Sailing and Tea" From the exhilarating races of Shamrock V to the historic sailing yachts White Heather and Shamrock, Lipton's connection with the maritime world runs deep. As we picture an ox-pulled wagon transporting Lipton tea, it becomes evident that this iconic brand has always been intertwined with adventure. In 1914, America's Cup challenger Shamrock IV sailed gracefully without its topsail, showcasing both elegance and power on the open water. The cutter Shamrock also left a lasting impression as it triumphantly beat upwind, leaving spectators in awe of its speed and skill. The J-Class yachts Shamrock V and Britannia took center stage in 1934, captivating audiences with their beauty and grace. Crafted by Kirk & Sons of Cowes, these vessels were a testament to Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton's passion for sailing. Speaking of Sir Thomas himself - a British grocer turned yachtsman - his dedication to both business and sport was truly remarkable. In 1926, artist Alick P F Ritchie captured his essence perfectly in a portrait that showcased his determination and love for the sea. The launch of Shamrock V marked another milestone for Lipton's sailing legacy. This magnificent vessel stood as a symbol of innovation and ambition - qualities that have defined the brand since its inception. Beyond sailing adventures, Sir Thomas it also indulged in steam yacht Erin during the early 1900s. This luxurious vessel allowed him to explore new horizons while enjoying moments of tranquility amidst nature's wonders. Let us not forget Pooprassie in Sri Lanka - home to one of Lipton's tea factories. Nestled amidst lush greenery, this picturesque location serves as a reminder that every sip we take carries centuries-old traditions blended with modern expertise. Lipton is more than just tea.