What is the minimum age to attend?

Guests must be at least 18 years old; a valid photo ID is required at check-in.

How long does the experience last?

The session runs approximately two hours, including tasting, instruction, and the interactive segment.

Are tickets refundable or exchangeable?

Cancellation policies vary—check your booking confirmation or the vendor’s booking page for current terms.

Can I purchase bottles or gifts at the distillery?

Yes. The Distillery shop is available after the session with experience promotions and bottles to buy.

Is the event suitable for first-time cocktail makers?

Absolutely. The session is designed to teach basic skills; no prior experience is necessary.

Is seating available for the session?

The format includes standing and bar seating; if you need special accommodations, contact the distillery ahead of your visit.

Mix & Muddle: A Valentine’s Gin Affair at Edinburgh Gin Distillery | Distillery | Workshop

At the Edinburgh Gin Distillery in Edinburgh, Scotland, Mix & Muddle: A Valentine’s Affair turns a two-hour tasting into a hands-on cocktail date night. Hosted for guests aged 18 and over, the experience opens with a welcome drink and a guided walk through the stories behind gin cocktails, mixing classic recipes with inventive Valentine-themed twists. You’ll sit at the distillery’s tasting bar, sample four curated serves, and learn the balance of botanicals, spirits, and mixers from Distillery Ambassadors who guide every pour.

The room itself is the star: copper stills and a working cocktail station frame the session, while the Distillery Bar and shop sit ready for a follow-up drink or a bottle to take home. Highlights include the interactive “make your own” cocktail segment where you shake, strain, and serve a specially chosen Valentine cocktail under expert direction, and a playful quiz that adds a friendly competitive spark to the evening. Everything is designed so partners—whether longtime couples or new companions—leave with new skills and a memorable shared moment.

Practical details are straightforward. The session lasts about two hours and suits anyone comfortable standing and moving at a bar; there are no technical skills required beyond basic cocktail handling. The experience is ideal for a date night, a small celebration, or a festive prelude to a night out in town. There’s also the opportunity to browse the Distillery shop for exclusive releases and gifts after the session, or to linger at the bar if space allows.

Why book this in Edinburgh? The distillery occupies a lively spot in the city’s spirits scene, connecting the modern art of cocktail-making with Scotland’s long history of distillation. For visitors, it’s an accessible, indoor way to taste local character without needing a long itinerary. The format rewards curiosity—ask about botanicals, try a variation, or buy a bottle to recreate your favorite serve later.

This experience is both intimate and performative: part tasting, part classroom, and entirely social. If you’re after a Valentine’s outing that mixes craft with conversation, Mix & Muddle delivers an evening of flavor, laughter, and a few good stories to take home.

Book early: sessions fill quickly around Valentine’s, and the distillery often limits ticket numbers to keep the group lively and personal. Bring a valid photo ID (18+ required) and arrive a few minutes early to check in and browse the shelves. The experience pairs well with a short dinner nearby—Edinburgh’s Old Town and the Grassmarket are within easy reach for a post-tasting stroll. Whether you’re gifting an experience or claiming a table for two, Mix & Muddle offers a social, instructive night that converts cocktail curiosity into practiced technique and a small collection of shared memories and laughs.

About Edinburgh Gin Distillery

Edinburgh Gin Distillery is a dedicated gin producer and visitor experience located in Edinburgh, Scotland. The distillery offers a range of curated experiences that combine education, tasting and hands-on activity. Visitors can join guided distillery tours led by Distillery Ambassadors, explore the Flavour Arch to learn about botanicals, and sample curated gin serves in a stylish Tasting Room.

Experiences include sensory pairings, cocktail classes, guided tastings and a gin-making workshop. Signature offerings are the Decadent Duo: Gin & Chocolate Pairing, the Mix & Muddle Cocktail Class held at the Roof Garden Bar, The Classic Tour & Tasting in Edinburgh’s Old Town, Sip & Savour: Gin Meets Mellis Cheese, the Gin Making Experience in The Arches Gin Lab, and the Aroma Alchemy: Gin Tasting Masterclass. Each experience blends practical demonstration with tasting, often concluding with a take-home element such as a bespoke bottle label or a personal infusion.

The distillery emphasises botanical education and craftsmanship. Sessions explain distillation, aroma identification and garnish pairing, and many experiences feature seasonal or award-winning gins. The venue caters to both casual visitors and enthusiasts seeking deeper engagement, offering options suitable for couples, groups and private bookings. Safety and professionalism are prioritised by trained hosts, and the experiences are designed to be accessible and enjoyable while showcasing Edinburgh’s gin heritage and contemporary production.

On-site spaces include a Roof Garden Bar for cocktail classes and a stylish Tasting Room for curated samples, with bookings available for public sessions, group visits and private events hosted by the distillery.