Carmen O’Neal

Founder of 58 and CO Distillery and TV personality

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Founder of 58 and CO Distillery and TV personality, Carmen O’Neal – aka ‘Cocktail Carmen’ –  is a leading voice in sustainable spirits production and modern cocktail culture. 

Canadian-born Carmen O’Neal – aka ‘Cocktail Carmen’ – is a cocktail & spirits expert and founder of 58 and CO Distillery and TV personality best known for her elevated, accessible at-home cocktail recipes, championing sustainable practices, and as a regular on BBC Saturday Kitchen. 

Combining a lifelong fascination with botanical and distillation with an entrepreneurial mindset, Carmen launched the business after developing her own London Dry Gin recipe from scratch. Since opening in 2019, 58 and CO has grown into one of the UK’s most respected independent distilleries, producing a range of sustainably crafted spirits and pioneering environmentally responsible practices across the drink industry. 58 and CO Distillery is the first female-founded alcohol brand to achieve B Corp certification, reflecting its commitment to social and environmental impact.  

Tips and tricks

You can make your own maple taffy in just seven minutes

Try our microwave maple taffy recipe. It’s quick and easy!

Maple flakes make a great addition to spice blends

Season meats, fish, and vegetables with the delicious flavour of maple.

Maple water is for drinking — and cooking, too!

Maple water brings sublime flavour to soups and broths. You can also use it to poach fish.

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