The Distillery

Two Drifters Distillery is based in an Aircraft-style hangar near Exeter Airport.

Our Journey to Becoming a Rum Distillery

In the early days, Two Drifters operated as both a brewery and a distillery. But after an incredible surge in demand for our rum, we made the decision to fully focus on what we do best. All the brewery equipment was converted to rum production, allowing us to scale from just 80 bottles of rum per week to over 2,000 bottles per week.

From Raw Ingredients to Your Doorstep

Unlike many so-called British "rum distilleries" that rely on importing rum from the Caribbean or South America, we make our rum completely from scratch. The entire process happens on-site, starting with the delivery of molasses and ending with the bottle arriving at your doorstep.

This complete control over every step of production—fermentation, double or triple distillation, dilution with pure reverse osmosis water, spicing, and bottling—means we craft a truly unique, premium rum. Each bottle showcases our expertise in fermentation and distillation, delivering a perfect balance of flavours that we’re proud to call our own.

At Two Drifters, it’s all about creating exceptional rum while staying true to our sustainable values.

 

Sustainably Powered Production

At Two Drifters, every piece of equipment in our distillery is fully electric, ensuring clean, efficient operations. Our energy comes exclusively from a 100% renewable tariff, meaning there are zero emissions associated with our energy use—not even from biofuels.

The renewable energy mix powering our distillery includes wind, tidal, solar, and nuclear energy. This commitment to renewable power reduces our carbon footprint by approximately a third compared to traditional distilleries, helping us lead the way in sustainable spirits production.