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Holyrood Distillery

A single malt whisky distillery, with gin distillery, located in central Edinburgh. The distillery includes a full visitor experience, including tours, a shop, and (from June to Sept) a gorgeous south-facing Courtyard Bar, right next to Holyrood Park, serving a delicious mix of drinks, with street food from a rotating calendar of exciting Edinburgh caterers. Tour visitors will enjoy a truly authentic experience - learning about the heritage of brewing and distilling in Edinburgh, and the innovative approach at Holyrood. Opportunities for tasting and nosing throughout, and a unique chance to taste Holyrood's new make whisky spirit, as well as their other award winning spirits. Holyrood Distillery is supporting local, showcasing other Edinburgh brewers and distillers in their bars and shop; as well as young whiskies from across Scotland. Book online in advance to ensure a spot!

What's On @ Holyrood Distillery

Journey to Whisky Tour

Journey to Whisky Tour

20 May 2025 - 31 Jul 2025

Dive into the heritage and innovation of whisky making with an expert-led tour. Family-friendly with wheelchair access, pram facilities, and a welcoming vibe for service animals. Savor a guided tasting of 4 spectacular drams, showcasing our journey from new-make spirit to our inaugural release. 4 x Spirit Samples (ranging from new-make spirit, aged new-make, and fully matured single malt whisky). Wheelchair accessible areas and surfaces, along with transportation options, ensure an inclusive experience for everyone. Infants and small children are welcome to ride in a pram or stroller, or alternatively, infants can sit on an adult’s lap. Service animals are also allowed, making sure your trusted companions can join in on the fun. Nearby public transportation options add convenience to your visit. The experience is suitable for all physical fitness levels, ensuring everyone can enjoy without worry. Experience available in English Experience supplied by: Holyrood Distillery All ticket sales are final and cannot be refunded, exchanged, or otherwise modified. Click here to check out the T&Cs.
Holyrood Distillery Tour

Holyrood Distillery Tour

19 May 2025 - 30 Jul 2025

Dive into the heart of whisky and gin making with spirit samples to delight your taste! Explore a heritage building across 3 floors, featuring a pilot still room and an intimate bar with stunning views. Discover new wave Scotch whisky and craft gems in our destination shop! Alcoholic Beverages. Wheelchair accessibility is ensured throughout, from transportation options to all areas and surfaces. Infants and small children are welcome to join in prams or strollers. Service animals are permitted on the premises. Nearby public transportation options make it convenient to access. This experience is suitable for individuals of all physical fitness levels. Experience available in English Experience supplied by: Holyrood Distillery All ticket sales are final and cannot be refunded, exchanged, or otherwise modified. Click here to check out the T&Cs.
Single Malt Sessions
Days out
Food & Drink

Single Malt Sessions

4 Aug 2025 - 25 Aug 2025

Holyrood Distillery Join us for an evening of whisky, storytelling and live music for our Fringe event – the Single Malt Sessions! Find out more about our journey to releasing our very first whiskies, as we put Edinburgh back on the whisky-making map as the first producer of single malt in the city for 100 years. Discover our innovative approach to distilling, inspired by Edinburgh’s rich brewing history. You'll enjoy a fully guided tour of our whisky distillery before enjoying live entertainment in our cosy bar. Tickets include a welcome cocktail and a dram of our single malt whisky. Audience required to walk or move around during the performance

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