Step inside Edinburgh’s Holyrood Distillery for an interactive gin tasting that pairs local history with craft innovation. Taste four signature gins, test your senses, and create a cocktail in a welcoming lounge environment.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour 15 minutes
Fitness Level
No physical fitness required; suitable for all mobility levels.
Wildlife
History
Holyrood Distillery crafts gin inspired by Edinburgh’s rich heritage and the Height of Arrows brand ties back to local folklore and the Scottish Borders.
Conservation
The distillery integrates sustainable practices by sourcing local botanicals and minimizing waste through innovative distilling technology.
Holyrood Distillery
Step inside Edinburgh’s Holyrood Distillery for an interactive gin tasting that pairs local history with craft innovation. Taste four signature gins, test your senses, and create a cocktail in a welcoming lounge environment.
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.
Location
Edinburgh, Scotland
Central city distillery
Historic First
First single malt in over a century
Revitalising whisky heritage
Tours Offered
9 experiences
Tasting flights to masterclasses
Flagship Spirit
Height of Arrows gin
Gin and single malt whisky onsite
Book a tour, tasting flight or masterclass at Holyrood Distillery to experience Height of Arrows gin and Edinburgh single malts firsthand.
Arrive Early
Arrive at least 10 minutes before your start time to ensure a smooth check-in and briefing.
Bring Valid ID
Guests must bring original photo ID to verify age for alcohol consumption; photos are not accepted.
Accessibility
The experience is fully wheelchair accessible, including lift access to all areas of the distillery.
Pace Yourself
With multiple tastings and cocktails, drink responsibly to enjoy the entire experience comfortably.
Photo ID
Required for age verification to participate in tastings.
Comfortable Footwear
For walking short distances within the distillery and around nearby streets.
Layered Clothing
Indoor comfort with seasonal variability in Edinburgh’s weather.
year-round
Notepad or Phone
To jot down favorite flavors or cocktail ideas.