Edinburgh Whisky and Gin Distillery Tour

Discover Edinburgh's Holyrood Distillery on a Guided Whisky Tour with Seasonal Cocktails and Exclusive Tastings
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Discover Edinburgh's Holyrood Distillery on a Guided Whisky Tour with Seasonal Cocktails and Exclusive Tastings

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Edinburgh's vibrant spirit scene at the Holyrood Distillery Whisky and Gin Tour & Tasting. This captivating experience offers a fascinating glimpse into the art of distillation, where the rich history of whisky-making intertwines with modern techniques to create extraordinary flavors. Whether you're a seasoned whisky enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this interactive tour will charm and delight with its unique offerings.

The adventure kicks off with a warm welcome from a knowledgeable guide, who prepares guests with a refreshing seasonal cocktail. As the tour unfolds, there’s an opportunity to discover the history of Holyrood Distillery, the first single malt distillery in Edinburgh for over a century. Witness the mesmerizing process of whisky-making firsthand, from the bubbling copper stills to the foaming washbacks. Participants will also delve into the world of gin, learning how a select few ingredients are transformed into the award-winning Height of Arrows Gin. A guided tasting of the distillery's classic single malt whisky rounds out the experience, offering a chance to savor the unique flavors crafted through meticulous selection of seasoned oak barrels.

This tour is not just an experience, but also the perfect gift for the spirit lover in your life. Whether celebrating a special occasion or simply wanting to treat someone to a memorable day out, the Holyrood Distillery Tour & Tasting provides an enjoyable and educational experience that celebrates the heart and soul of Edinburgh’s distilling heritage. Cheers to new adventures and delightful discoveries!

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Edinburgh: Holyrood Distillery Whisky and Gin Tour & Tasting

Join us for our classic tour - the perfect introduction to Holyrood Distillery! Sip on a seasonal cocktail as your guide welcomes you to the distillery. Let us introduce you to our story as we put Edinburgh back onto the whisky map as the city’s first single malt distillery for over a hundred years. Alongside a sample of our classic expression, learn about how we apply our whisky-making ethos to create our award-winning Height of Arrows Gin with just 3 ingredients. In our whisky distillery, watch our washbacks foaming and our copper stills bubbling as your guide highlights the different stages of scotch production. From heritage and speciality malts to alternative yeasts, find out more about what we do differently to create exciting and innovative flavours for our single malts. Following a tutored tasting of our single malt whisky, delve deeper into our methods of flavour creation through our careful selection of seasoned oak barrels from around the world.

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Food and Drink Requirements

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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How long is the Edinburgh Whisky and Gin Distillery Tour

Experience Duration: 1:00

Time Spent at Venue: 1:15

The Edinburgh Whisky and Gin Distillery Tour lasts for up to 1 hour. You can expect to be at the venue for a total of 1 hour and 15 minutes.

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Guest Info For Edinburgh Whisky and Gin Distillery Tour

Participants: The Edinburgh Whisky and Gin Distillery Tour is for 1 participant.

Max Group Size: 15

Spectators Allowed on Site: No

Spectators are not allowed on site.

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Activity Location

Edinburgh

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What to Wear For This Activity

Please dress according to the weather on the day of your experience, with sensible shoes suitable for the activity.

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Is This Activity Weather Dependent?

The experience takes place in most weather conditions, but may be rescheduled in the event of unsafe weather conditions.

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