By place · GIN TASTINGS IN EDINBURGH
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 4 gin tastings in Edinburgh worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to check before you commit.
Tour Holyrood Distillery in central Edinburgh with an English-speaking guide such as Courtney, Dave, or Callum. Start with a seasonal cocktail, visit the gin lab and whisky floor, then taste gin and single malt whisky while learning about yeasts, oak, and modern Scotch production.
“We loved our tour with Thais! She was knowledgeable , fun and had a great sense of humor. Would highly reccomended :)”
Settle into a vintage double-decker bus for 90 minutes of Edinburgh sightseeing, afternoon tea, unlimited tea and coffee, and prosecco on arrival. Add an Edinburgh Gin cocktail served in a teapot. Staff such as Helen, Jimmy, and Steven bring humor, music, and helpful landmark pointers, though this is not a full guided tour.
“Such a nice experience, food was yummy, drinks were just as good. Highly recommend!”
At Holyrood Distillery, you’ll tour a young Edinburgh whisky and gin maker, see its experimental approach, and taste several spirits. Guides such as Diego, Brice, Courtney, and Neil bring their own style to the hour-long visit, which ends at the bar and shop.
“Very interesting and good experience! A guide who was passionate about whisky and was very good at explaining and creating a feel-good ambiance.”
At 56 North Distillery, learn how South Loch Gin is made, from botanicals and copper stills to bottling. Your English-speaking guide leads a G&T, three guided samples, and a final cocktail. The tour also includes Scotland’s oldest dedicated gin bar and its extensive spirit collection.
“Very informative and fun! Our lovely guide Abby made the whole experience very interesting and the atmosphere was very cozy. Liked it a lot (including the tastes of the gins) - totally recommend it ✌️”
Pick a bottle and see where it is poured properly.
