This summer, elevate your seasonal indulgence to new heights—literally. Perched 35 floors above the city in the shimmering glass spire of Shangri-La The Shard, London, a sublime partnership with Papa Salt Coastal Gin is reimagining the quintessential afternoon tea. Inspired by the gin’s sun-drenched Australian roots and effortless coastal charm, A Summer Above offers an opulent and uplifting experience like no other.
Running through to 31st September 2025, this limited-edition afternoon tea experience fuses panoramic skyline views with the golden essence of Byron Bay, where Papa Salt—co-founded by Margot Robbie, Charlie Maas, Tom Ackerley, Regan Riskas, and Josey McNamara—is lovingly distilled using native botanicals.
Curated by Executive Pastry Chef Piero Sottile, the menu is a celebration of summer’s warmth and vibrancy, echoing the carefree spirit of long days by the sea. Think soft citrus notes, herbaceous touches, and bold summer fruits woven through exquisite patisserie and savouries.
Savour the Highlights:
- Ocean Jewel – A delicate dance of silky vanilla and pecan praline, as airy as sea foam on a Byron Bay morning.
- Blue Horizon – Blueberries and lemon meet in a zesty burst of colour and light, evoking bright skies and coastal breezes.
- Coral Bloom – A sun-kissed medley of Valrhona Caramelia, apricot and verbena, glowing with flavour and finesse.
- Shard of the Sea (to share) – A spectacular centrepiece: Japanese Sencha tea, peach and mango nestled on a bed of edible clouds—a whimsical tribute to skies above and waves below.
The Cocktail Flight:
Naturally, this summer escape would be incomplete without cocktails infused with the fresh coastal complexity of Papa Salt Coastal Gin. From floral to fruity, each creation is designed to transport.
- Yuzu Drift – Bright yuzu dances with botanical gin in a citrus-forward spritz.
- Coastal Brambleberry – A berry-rich twist on a classic bramble, shaken with lemon and sun-kissed blueberries.
- Sky Above the Sea – A dreamy blend of elderflower, lime, rose, violet and foam, kissed by the ocean breeze.
- Lychee Breeze Martini – Elegant and exotic, marrying lychee’s subtle sweetness with the gin’s mineral crispness.
- Berry Tide – Juicy raspberries and sharp lemon harmonise in this vibrant pour of pure summer.
“We’re thrilled to be part of A Summer Above at Shangri-La The Shard,” says Charlie Maas, co-founder of Papa Salt. “We made Papa Salt to share delightful moments with friends, and we can’t imagine a better place—or view—for that than high above London this summer.”
A Summer Above isn’t just an afternoon tea—it’s a sensorial escape into the chic, sun-washed elegance of a coastal dream, with the skyline of London laid out before you like a painting. Let the sea breeze in, one luxurious sip and bite at a time.
A Summer Above is £78 per person, or £88 with a featured cocktail.
Shangri-La, The Shard, 31 St Thomas St, London SE1 9QU
