Michelin-starred chef and BBC’s Great British Menu winner, Tom Shepherd, has embarked on an exciting new venture with the launch of Twofold Spirits, a premium spirits brand created in collaboration with his wife, Charlotte. Known for his innovative approach to flavour and his dedication to craftsmanship, Tom is now bringing his culinary expertise to the world of alcohol, offering unique and distinct flavour combinations designed for those with a curious palate.
Drawing on Tom’s extensive culinary background—honed in some of the UK’s most prestigious kitchens, including those of Sat Bains and Michael Wignall—Twofold Spirits is driven by a chef’s perspective on flavour. Tom approaches spirits the same way he does his food: with a focus on balance, depth, and storytelling. Each creation is meticulously crafted to surprise and delight, delivering complexity and harmony in every sip.
“In the kitchen, I’m always exploring how flavours interact, evolve, and complement each other,” says Tom. “With Twofold Spirits, I’ve applied that same mindset—taking classic combinations and pushing them further, creating spirits that are layered, exciting, and rewarding to those who love to discover something new.”
Inspired by their shared belief that great food and drink moments are built on craft, balance, and experience, Tom and Charlotte have carefully curated a range of spirits that are perfect for sipping, mixing, or pairing with fine cuisine. From unexpected botanical blends to refined, nuanced profiles, Twofold Spirits offers a bold new take on classic distilling traditions.
Twofold Spirits proudly introduces its inaugural products:
•Banana Rum: A delicious 40% ABV rum-based drink with tasting notes of natural banana, toasted caramel, and a hint of vanilla. This spirit works perfectly in any banana cocktail, is wonderful mixed simply with ginger beer, or can be sipped neat over ice.
•Thai Green Gin: A well-balanced and perfectly rounded 40% ABV gin bursting with aromatic flavours reminiscent of delicious, fragrant Thai spices. With tasting notes of juniper, lemongrass, coriander, kaffir lime, and a subtle hint of red chilli, this gin offers a unique twist on a classic spirit.
Whether enjoyed neat, in cocktails, or alongside Tom’s Michelin-starred dishes, Twofold Spirits is set to redefine the drinking experience, making it accessible to those with a thirst for discovery.
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