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Step into a former university vet college turned micro-distillery for a 60-minute guided tour, four neat gin samples, a historical cocktail, and a final Gin & T at the Royal Dick Pub. Discover small-batch distillation, meet the stills, and leave with a waxed miniature to take home.
Step into a former university vet college turned micro-distillery for a 60-minute guided tour, four neat gin samples, a historical cocktail, and a final Gin & T at the Royal Dick Pub. Discover small-batch distillation, meet the stills, and leave with a waxed miniature to take home.
You step through a heavy door in Summerhall and the air changes—warm copper notes, citrus peel, and the faint hum of stills. The old Royal (Dick) Veterinary College has been repurposed into a working micro-distillery where Pickering's opens up its hand-built 'Ginventions' for an hour-long walk through craft, chemistry, and taste.
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Operated by Summerhall Distillery · Edinburgh, Scotland
You step through a heavy door in Summerhall and the air changes—warm copper notes, citrus peel, and the faint hum of stills. The old Royal (Dick) Veterinary College has been repurposed into a working micro-distillery where Pickering's opens up its hand-built 'Ginventions' for an hour-long walk through craft, chemistry, and taste.
The space itself is part of Edinburgh's industrial and educational past: late‑19th-century brick, high windows, and a history tied to veterinary science. That context meets modern gin culture—small-batch distillation, locally sourced botanicals, and playful bottle design. Outside, you can glimpse the volcanic ridge dominated by Arthur's Seat; inside, botanicals take center stage, each jar a miniature geology of flavor.
Tours focus on process and provenance. You'll meet the stills (affectionately named), watch distillation basics, and sit for a tutored tasting of four neat samples, a historical cocktail, and a final Gin & T poured at the Royal Dick Pub. Each ticket includes a waxed 5cl miniature to seal as a keepsake.
Practicalities are straightforward: the experience runs about 60 minutes, is wheelchair accessible, and is friendly to all fitness levels. Book ahead during Edinburgh Festival and weekend evenings—groups are small and the space fills quickly. Bring photo ID (18+ for alcohol), arrive 10 minutes early, and plan for public transport access; there’s limited nearby parking. Sip deliberately, ask questions about botanicals and sourcing, and consider pairing the visit with a stroll through Summerhall's galleries afterward.
easy.
60 minutes.
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly standing and light walking on flat surfaces.
The experience runs approximately 60 minutes and includes a guided distillery walkthrough and a tutored tasting of four samples plus a cocktail and final G&T.
Yes—Summerhall and the distillery tour areas are wheelchair accessible; notify the operator of any special requirements when booking.
Yes—small-batch bottles and the waxed 5cl miniatures are available to purchase subject to stock availability; payment methods vary.
You must be 18 or older to consume alcohol; under-18s can attend but will be offered soft drinks instead.
Summerhall occupies the former Royal (Dick) Veterinary College, a late-19th-century institution repurposed into creative and food spaces, linking scientific heritage with Edinburgh's craft beverage scene.
Pickering's emphasizes small-batch production and botanical traceability; visitors are encouraged to recycle bottles and consume responsibly to minimize waste.
Summerhall Distillery operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step through a heavy door in Summerhall and the air changes—warm copper notes, citrus peel, and the faint hum of stills. The old Royal (Dick) Veterinary College has been repurposed into a working micro-distillery where Pickering's opens up its hand-built 'Ginventions' for an hour-long walk through craft, chemistry, and taste.
You step through a heavy door in Summerhall and the air changes—warm copper notes, citrus peel, and the faint hum of stills. The old Royal (Dick) Veterinary College has been repurposed into a working micro-distillery where Pickering's opens up its hand-built 'Ginventions' for an hour-long walk through craft, chemistry, and taste.
The space itself is part of Edinburgh's industrial and educational past: late‑19th-century brick, high windows, and a history tied to veterinary science. That context meets modern gin culture—small-batch distillation, locally sourced botanicals, and playful bottle design. Outside, you can glimpse the volcanic ridge dominated by Arthur's Seat; inside, botanicals take center stage, each jar a miniature geology of flavor.
Tours focus on process and provenance. You'll meet the stills (affectionately named), watch distillation basics, and sit for a tutored tasting of four neat samples, a historical cocktail, and a final Gin & T poured at the Royal Dick Pub. Each ticket includes a waxed 5cl miniature to seal as a keepsake.
Practicalities are straightforward: the experience runs about 60 minutes, is wheelchair accessible, and is friendly to all fitness levels. Book ahead during Edinburgh Festival and weekend evenings—groups are small and the space fills quickly. Bring photo ID (18+ for alcohol), arrive 10 minutes early, and plan for public transport access; there’s limited nearby parking. Sip deliberately, ask questions about botanicals and sourcing, and consider pairing the visit with a stroll through Summerhall's galleries afterward.