Who can attend EH Evenings?

These events are for Edinburgh residents only; proof of an EH postcode is required on arrival.

How long is the tour?

The guided experience lasts approximately one hour and includes tastings plus bar access afterwards.

Is the experience wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The tour route is fully wheelchair accessible and includes lift access through the Distillery.

What does the ticket include?

A welcome drink, samples of Height of Arrows Gin and single malt whisky, access to the Bar, and a £5 shop voucher; the £5 booking donation is given to a local charity.

What is the minimum age?

Participants must be 18 years or older to attend.

Can I use the £5 voucher on any bottle?

The voucher redeems against any 70cl bottle in the on-site shop, subject to availability.

EH Evenings 2026: Edinburgh Distillery Tour, Tasting & Local Night Out | Distillery | Guided Tour

Adventure Brief

Reserved for EH postcode holders, EH EVENINGS 2026 packages a one-hour guided distillery tour, welcome cocktail, gin and whisky tastings, and bar access into a civic-minded evening. Bring proof of residence and a curiosity for how barley, botanicals, and oak casks shape flavour.

1 hour

easy

From £16.00

EH EVENINGS 2026 invites Edinburgh residents to a compact, convivial tour and tasting at the distillery in the heart of the city. Located in Edinburgh, Scotland, this one-hour offering is designed as a local thank-you: proof of an EH postcode gains entry to a guided walk through the production spaces, a welcome drink, and samples of Height of Arrows Gin and the distillery’s single malt whisky. You start in a bright visitors’ area before moving into the Lab and Cask Room, where copper stills and stacked oak casks map the transformation from grain and botanicals to spirit. Guides explain distillation basics, the role of peat and barley in Scottish single malt, and how botanicals shape the gin profile; these concrete details make the tour both tactile and informative. Accessibility is addressed—this experience is fully wheelchair accessible and the Distillery lift provides step-free access through the route. Beyond the technical side, EH Evenings focuses on hospitality. Each ticket includes a welcome cocktail, tastings, and access to the on-site Bar to linger over seasonal serves and local mixers. Guests also receive a £5 shop voucher to redeem against any 70cl bottle and the modest £5 donation required for booking is passed along to a local charity, reinforcing the event’s community-minded spirit. This experience is distinct for Edinburgh because it frames tasting as civic appreciation: it’s reserved for EH postcode holders, tying local stewardship into the night’s rhythm. Expect to hear neighborhood anecdotes, meet staff who live nearby, and learn about the distillery’s approach to cask selection in the Cask Room—a highlight for anyone curious about maturation’s impact on color and flavor. Practicalities are straightforward: the tour lasts approximately one hour, requires participants to be 18 or older, and asks visitors to bring EH proof of residence. There’s no heavy walking or technical skill needed, but the setting rewards curiosity—ask about grain sourcing and label stories if you want a deeper conversation. Book this evening slot for a compact primer on modern urban distilling, a chance to sample locally produced gin and whisky, and a convivial post-tour bar scene. Whether you’re a curious local, a spirits beginner, or someone who appreciates craft production, EH EVENINGS 2026 turns a short hour into a memorable, locally rooted evening in Edinburgh. Staff encourage questions about bottling runs, cask finishing experiments, and the seasonal cocktail menu, so plan to linger if you want behind-the-scenes answers and tasting notes from the team. Remember to bring proof of EH residence, arrive a few minutes early to check in, and use the on-site shop voucher to take a distilled memory home. This short urban ritual is a practical, local-focused way to learn, taste, and give back to Edinburgh’s community today.

About Holyrood Distillery

Holyrood Distillery is an independent distillery in Edinburgh, Scotland, and the city's first single malt distillery in over a century. The distillery produces Height of Arrows gin and single malt whiskies, and offers a range of guided tours, tastings and bar experiences tailored to both novices and enthusiasts.

Experiences include guided distillery tours, gin tastings, curated tasting flights, whisky masterclasses and special pairings such as the whisky and chocolate collaboration with The Chocolatarium. Visitors can explore the distillery floor, lab and cask room on tours that explain production methods, maturation and innovative flavour development.

Sample tastings are included with many experiences, and select offerings highlight exclusive or rare expressions, including single cask pours not available elsewhere. The Distillery Bar and cosy Lounge host tasting flights, welcome cocktails and hands-on sensory challenges that introduce botanicals, tasting techniques and cocktail making.

Holyrood also runs community-focused experiences such as EH Evenings offering complimentary guided tours and samples for residents alongside a paid bar. The distillery emphasises education and hospitality, guided by knowledgeable staff who present tasting notes, pairing guidance and the story behind each spirit. Practical details such as group sizes, booking requirements and accessibility are provided directly by the distillery at booking. Built around a clear commitment to craft, Holyrood Distillery blends Edinburgh whisky heritage with contemporary production to deliver memorable, flavour-led visits.

Guests are encouraged to book in advance for experiences, and the distillery offers a year-round range of tasting options—from quick highlights to in-depth masterclasses and private tastings for groups.