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1. Beefeater Gin Distillery

2. The Ginstitute

3. City of London Distillery & Bar

4. Hayman's Distillery

5. 58 and Co.

6. Bimber Distillery

7. Sipsmith Distillery

8. Bermondsey Distillery

9. London Bridge Distillery School

10. Jim and Tonic Mayfair

11. Hawkes Cidery and Taproom

12. Jim and Tonic Elephant & Castle

13. The Whisky Exchange

14. Mother's Ruin Gin Palace

15. Burnt Faith Brandy Distillery

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10 breweries and distilleries to visit in London

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London 's distillery and brewery scene has exploded over recent years, with a slew of young upstarts in vast industrial warehouses and under railway arches and historic taprooms dating to the 17th century still giving locals and tourists the fresh-from-the-cask beer fix.

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KRAFT Dalston

Right opposite Dalston’s beloved Rio Cinema on Kingsland High Street, Kingsland Locke is a plant-dotted multipurpose gem. In true East London style, Kraft at Kingsland Locke doesn't just have an on-site microbrewery and gin distillery on site, but also an all-day kebab restaurant, co-working space, workout studio and coffee shop. The distillery and brewery is formed by German Kraft Brewery, Jim and Tonic Distillery and Nativo. Tours are led by an in-house sommelier and expert in German brewing tradition, who shows visitors will be around the working brewery, followed by a tasting and a tank-fresh beer selection.

• Location: KRAFT Dalston, Kingsland Locke
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Sipsmith, Chiswick

Many people credit Sipsmith for London's craft gin boom . Having opened in 2009 following a legal win repealing the Gin Act which outlawed small-scale gin distilleries in the capital, Sam Galsworthy launched Sipsmith – the first new distillery in London since 1820. The team run tours and tastings of their historically accurate London Dry Gin and newer concoctions almost every day of the week which are well worth a visit

• Address: 83 Cranbrook Road, Chiswick, London, W4 2LJ
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Kanpai, Peckham & London Bridge

Along with our love for sushi and omakase restaurants, London's love for sake has skyrocketed in the past few years (including the introduction of sake-specific tasting clubs like Kamosu ). Kanpai is the UK's first sake brewery. Seven years after they opened their taproom and kitchen in Peckham, the London sake brewery is moving to Bermondsey's beer mile. The new space is set to feature 10 sake taps as well as a glass viewing platform where drinkers can actually see the sake being made as well as brewery tours and a hands-on brewing experience, and just like in Peckham, expect an izakaya-style menu to pair your sake with.

• Address: 61 Mare Street Hackney, London
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Camden Town Brewery

Find the recently revamped Camden Town Brewery down a charming cobbled mews under Kentish Town's railway arches. The German-style beer hall has over 24 beers on taps from the famous north London brewery as well as a great selection of board games and a small menu featuring pretzel sandwiches and bar snacks. Brewery tours run Tuesdays to Sundays.

• Address: 55-59 Wilkin Street Mews, Kentish Town, London, NW5 3ED
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The Distillery, Notting Hill

Notting Hill's four-story ‘gin palace' is home to The Ginstitute where Portobello Road Gin was founded. Packing in two bars, a workshop, a hotel, and a 400-litre basement distillery tank named ‘King Henry’, the mammoth space on Portobello Road has several options when it comes to distillery tour experiences. Gin fans can take the three-hour-long ‘Ginstitute Experience’ which includes an in-depth journey through gin’s colourful and checkered past; a nose around the Blending Rooms where you'll create your own blend to take home (which is kept on file for repeat purchases) and several gin cocktails along the way. Whiskey and Agave fans can also take their top-notch tasting sessions, which include making your own personal blend.

• Address: 186 Portobello Rd, London W11 1LA
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The Fuller's Griffin Brewery, Chiswick

Chiswick is home to one of London's oldest and most iconic breweries, the Fuller's Griffin Brewery, which has been making beer here since 1654. The Fuller's Brewery tour runs Tuesdays to Sundays and takes you behind the scenes of the brewing process from ‘mash to cask and everything in between' and of course, ends with a sample of the full range of Fuller's line-up as well as beers and ciders from their sister breweries.

• Address: Griffin Brewery, Chiswick Lane South, Chiswick, London, W4 2QB
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Signature Brew, Blackhorse Lane

The Walthamstow ‘Blackhorse Beer Mile’ is made up of eight breweries (that’s Wildcard, Renegade, Beerblefish, Exale, Pretty Decent, Signature Brew, Big Penny Social and Hackney Brewery) as well as London's first brandy distillery ( Burnt Faith Brandy House ). If a big beer tour isn't on the cards, one of our favourites on the line-up is Signature Brew which also doubles up as a live music venue and has one of the best burgers we've had in London.

• Address: Unit 15, Blackhorse Ln, London E17 5QJ
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East London Liquor Company, Bethnal Green

This lovely canal-side spot by Victoria Park was once an old glue factory. It's now one of London's most exciting distilleries, East London Liquor Co. You'll find their whiskies, rums, vodkas and gins stocked in many bars across the city, including unique collaborations with craft brewery 40FT and even the Kew Gardens. But one of the best ways to try their flavours is with a whisky or gin distillery tour tasting the wandering into the depth of their barrel room.

• Address: Bow Wharf, Unit GF1, 221 Grove Rd., Old Ford, London E3 5SN
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The Bermondsey Distillery

Distilleries, breweries (and bakeries) are ingeniously carved into the arches under Bermondsey's arches by Maltby Street Market. Under one of those many arches, you'll find The Bermondsey Distillery, home to Jensen's Gin. Jensen's gin is known for using centuries-old recipes for their London dry and Old Tom expressions which are particularly delightful in a martini. Their after-hours private tours begin with a gin and tonic on arrival, followed by the brand's fascinating story, and the time-honoured processes and recipes that make their small-batch gins so unique.

• 55 Stanworth Street, London, SE1 3NY
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Five Points Brewery & Taproom, Hackney

Founded in 2013, Five Points Brewery has made a name for itself in the heart of Hackney. The 32-hectolitre brewery, taproom and courtyard is open for tank-fresh beers every Thursday to Sunday,  with food courtesy of From The Ashes BBQ and Anoosh. Come here Saturday for the guided brewery tour which takes visitors around the brewhouse, barrel-ageing project, and packaging lines followed by a tasting of four different Five Points beers fresh from the tank while seated on the mezzanine beer terrace overlooking the brewery.

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6 wonderful English whisky distilleries you must visit

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Think Scotland has the market cornered on whisky? Think again. These six English whisky distilleries deserve your undivided attention.

The whisky distilleries of England have been globally overlooked for those of their northerly neighbours for too long. Not many international visitors (or even Brits) are aware that at least 33 of the UK’s whisky distilleries are spread across England, and the whisky is not only delicious but the distilleries are a joy to visit. It’s time to cast aside your associations with gin and embrace the English whisky scene.

While Scotland has very strict regulations on how whisky should be distilled to protect the famed Scotch reputation, English whisky has a little more latitude, which means you’ll often get to try some experimental varieties. In particular, English whisky isn’t bound to using only oak casks to mature the spirit. England is also a little warmer than Scotland, which affects the speed of ageing in the barrel and can produce riper flavours.

We’ve selected six distilleries worth your time, but with whisky being produced from Northumberland to Cornwall and every region in between, you should definitely keep English whisky on your road-trip radar (a designated driver is helpful!) as it continues to find its own unique identity.

1. Spirit of Yorkshire

Launched in 2019, Spirit of Yorkshire has been steadily building accolades with its range of Filey Bay Single Malt Whisky, recently winning several bronzes and a silver at the 2021 IWSC awards. With views of beautiful Filey Bay from the windows, this is a real field-to-bottle operation; one of few distilleries in the world to grow its own barley. You can take a tour and a tasting or settle into the adjoining Pot Still Coffee Shop for breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea.

The spectrum of whiskies is really accessible to all palates, but do try the Filey Bay STR Finish: light and floral with layers of summer berries and vanilla ice cream, and a hint of spiciness from its finish in rioja red wine barriques.

2. East London Liquor Company

Perch yourself at the exposed-brick bar here for a slice of history: East London Liquor Company  is home to the first London-distilled whisky in over a century. Open since 2018 in a former glue factory next to canal-side warehouses and pubs in Bow, in London’s East End, it hosts distillery tours as well as a restaurant serving food from Royale , a little pop-up conceived during the 2020–2021 COVID-19 lockdown from former head chef Lucy Timm of Michelin-starred Leroy in Shoreditch.

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Of its three whiskies (Rye, Wheat, ELX Sonoma), the Rye is extremely popular, with hints of toffee apple, candied orange peel and sour cherries drifting into a warm spicy finish.

3. St George’s Distillery

Located near the Norfolk town of Thetford, St George’s Distillery  is also England’s oldest. When it launched in 2006 it was the only (or only legal!) whisky distillery to open in England in 100 years. Released under The English Whisky Co., it’s now England’s most prolific malt whisky producer.

Visit for tours and tastings, as well as breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea in the restaurant. Its best-selling whisky is The English Original, which has hints of vanilla creaminess, a slightly nutty taste and a long malty finish.

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4. Adnams Copper House Distillery

Producing three unique whiskies from its Copper House Distillery that sits within its brewery in Southwold, Suffolk, Adnams  is rather unique. Firstly, the owners had to challenge a law to allow them to both distil and brew on the same premises. And the brewery itself, renowned for its beer, is both energy and water efficient.

There are tours and experiences here to learn about their sustainably created single malt, triple malt and rye malt. But if you only taste one, try the rye; it was deemed the Best English Rye Whisky at the 2021 World Whisky Awards.

5. Cotswolds Distillery

Set around a beautiful yellow-Cotswold-stone house in the countryside, Cotswolds Distillery ’s architecturally designed visitor centre (completed in 2019) is a joy to visit before you even taste the whisky. There’s an open fire in the café, a wood-burning stove in the tasting room, and all the materials have been carefully selected to age with the existing surroundings.

Here you can take masterclasses in distilling and blending as well as cocktail-making, and learn about how this craft whisky is made from Cotswolds barley. There are half a dozen different single malt whiskies to try, as well as new-make spirit and whisky amaro liqueurs. Start with the original Single Malt Whisky for creamy, spicy full-textured flavour with hints of Seville orange marmalade and black pepper that segues into a treacly red-fruit finish.

6. The Lakes Distillery

Right next to the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, The Lakes Distillery  is not only one of England’s largest distilleries but it takes holistic whisky experiences to another level. It even offers music-pairing recommendations for your sipping pleasure.

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You can feed the alpacas, dine in a bistro that was once a Victorian farmstead, as well as take whisky tours (the chocolate-pairing one is recommended).

It produces whiskies finished in a variety of casks (moscatel, sherry, orange wine, port), but be sure to try the Lakes Single Malt Whiskymaker’s Reserve aged in casks that previously held oloroso, pedro ximénez and red wine, for complex chocolate, caramel and toffee flavours with a hint of ginger and a creamy finish.

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Time matters when whisky making. So, while touring the distillery, you’ll visit our original warehouse where you will explore the generations of gently maturing casks. You’ll also learn how we achieve depth and consistency of flavour throughout our range of exceptional whiskies. Then, a tasting of several single malts awaits. Please be aware that the tour route has multiple sets of steep stairs. If you have mobility requirements, please email [email protected] and we will do our best to accommodate you on a flat tour route accessing the Mash House, Still House (weather permitting) and Warehouse. Unfortunately the Tun Room (fermentation) is inaccessible.

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Whisky Tastings And Experiences In London

From Scottish whisky to American bourbon, London's whisky tastings and events cover every nuance of the much-loved spirit. And it's not just drinks that are taken to task, with whisky classes in London teaching you how to pair it with chocolate, mix your own blend and even how to ice carve. Whether you're a whisky devotee or just looking to learn more about this sophisticated tipple, try these whisky tastings on for size. 

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La Bibliotheque

La Bibliotheque is a sophisticated Hackney restaurant that knows a thing or two about drinks. Their world whisky masterclass will take you on a flavour journey around the globe, sampling five premium tipples with some complementary snacks to pair them with.

Oblix at the Shard X Fable - Whisky Dinner with a View

@ Oblix at the Shard on Thu, 16th May 2024 @ 18:30 - 21:30

What better way to enjoy premium whisky than with incredible views of London? That's exactly what's on the cards at Fable's event this May, hosted by Oblix at The Shard. Their three-course dinner is paired with delicious tipples at every dish, as well as a cocktail and canape reception on arrival. Tickets cost £108 per person, with mouthwatering plates like beef tartare with bone marrow and pecan chocolate bars up for grabs.

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Brewhouse & Kitchen Hoxton

Brewhouse & Kitchen Hoxton is pairing two of our favourite things - whisky and beer. Book yourself into one of its unique experiences to sample a delicious selection of the firewater spirit matched carefully with tasty craft pints. You even get a meal thrown in too.

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The Bottle Cocktail Shop

The Bottle Cocktail Shop should be your one-stop destination when on the hunt for whisky tastings and experiences in London. The Islington-based bar offers a cosy setting to take a seat and spend time with your favourite tipple. Head down mid-week for the chance to uncover the evolution of Bourbon in partnership with Hevaven Hill Distillery. 

London Bridge Distillery School

For top-notch whisky tastings, venture to the London Bridge Distillery School to learn all about the best-loved tipple. Not only will you get to blend your very own bevvy while trying out a vast range of components, but there's also a cocktail on arrival and plenty more in store.

Merchant House

If you're on the lookout for a top-notch whisky tasting masterclass...then be sure to head to Merchant House. Join their awesome event where guests get a chance to taste hand-picked whiskies and discover the secrets behind the production and history of the category.

The Terrace Bar at The Chesterfield Mayfair

What better way to grow your knowledge of the spirit than with a Whiskey Nosing Experience in The Terrace Bar at The Chesterfield Mayfair? Here, an experienced and exceptional team will guide you through a bespoke selection of international bottles.

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Spey Bar By Quaich At Browns

Spey Bar by Quaich at Browns Covent Garden has a whisky tasting flight that's not to be missed, promising five different pours on each of its three experiences. Whether Scottish, Japanese or American versions of the spirit are more your thing, this place has it all.

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The Whisky Event 2024

@ The Great Room on Sun, 2nd Jun 2024 @ 17:00 - 22:00

If you're a fan of the warming spirit then you'll want to get your hands on tickets starting from £86 each to The Whisky Event 2024 taking place inside The Great Room at the JW Marriott. Explore over 600 different types from more than 60 exhibitors, taking you across the globe from the Scottish Highlands all the way to Japan. There'll even be the chance to enrol in a masterclass to learn the art of sipping, as well as meet the creators behind the drinks.

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One of Kingsland Road's prettiest bars also has a one of London's biggest Japanese whisky collections. Map Maison has a enviable collection of bottles which they show off during their Japanese whisky tasting, with cocktails, history and plenty of drams to try, all for £50 per person.

The Rhythm and Booze Project

You can taste as much whisky as your heart desires at The Rhythm and Booze Project in South London, as there'll be an open bar. Hosted by intimate cafe Crol and Co, this event features live blues music from talented performers Felipe and Paul.

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The UK has a long history of distilling fine whiskies; a heritage that everyone can feel proud of. A whisky distillery tour is a wonderful gift for a birthday or special occasion and a great way to spend a day learning about how the UK’s finest whiskies are created. Take a trip up to beautiful Scotland and experience a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most famous Scottish distilleries. Visit the Kingsbarns Distillery in Fife and enjoy a wee dram of their single malt, complete with a guided distillery tour, providing visitors with a unique insight into how their delicious whisky comes to be. Explore more of what Scotland has to offer with a tour of Loch Lomond, before paying a visit to The Clydeside Distillery in Glasgow, where their single malt whisky is produced against the backdrop of the hustle and bustle of city life.

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Whisky Lover's Guide to London

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In the hierarchy of British cities for whisky lovers, London has not traditionally ranked very high, principally because the UK’s whisky makers were all located more than 400 miles to the north. But today Britain’s capital city has numerous nascent distilleries, including several specializing in whisky, joining a lively network of whisky bars to make this ancient city a whisky destination to rival any in Europe.

As one of the world’s most cosmopolitan cities, London abounds with lodging options. Choose one that has a bar you’ll want to visit anyway.

Built in what was at one time the largest school in England, St. Paul’s Hotel in Hammersmith offers 35 rooms set on three rambling floors of a neo-Gothic building. While the hotel’s entryway might seem a bit underwhelming, pride of place on the ground floor is given to Melody Whisky Bar, offering an extensive list of single malts including special Fèis Ìle releases, whiskies from shuttered distilleries, and hotel exclusives.

If you’re not breakfasting in the cozy Gatsby’s Room at The Beaumont, stroll around the corner to Cardinals of Mayfair, an Italian café that nevertheless does a superb job on the breakfast classic known as the ‘full English.’ Divide the balance of your morning between two of London’s finest art destinations, the Tate Britain and Tate Modern, each with free admission. That’s also the case for many of the city’s major galleries and museums.

Leaving the Tate Modern, stroll over to Borough Market, where roughly a millennia of history counts it as one of the oldest and finest food markets in Europe. Peruse the stalls, sampling English cheeses and Mediterranean olives before retreating to the nearby The Whisky Exchange London Bridge , a shop that complements its impressive spirits selection with an extensive offering of whisky miniatures starting at just $5.

For lunch, treat yourself to a pint of Harvey’s Sussex Best alongside a steak and ale pie at the Royal Oak, just a five-minute walk south. Resist the temptation to while away the afternoon in its seductive grasp though, since you have both a bar and a distillery to visit.

Just two stops away on the Northern Line is the Merchant House of Bow Lane, a self-described “world of gin, rum, and whisky.” Its spirits list runs 30 pages and highlights whiskies from such far-flung distilleries as Australia’s Starward and India’s Paul John, in addition to the expected bounty from Ireland and Scotland, including treats like Teeling The Revival 1999 $30/50 ml) and Port Askaig 19 year old $41/50 ml)—as well as seven English whiskies. If it’s not busy, ask for a peek at what’s billed as London’s smallest bar, the reservation-only, four-seat Brig.

Next, it’s off to East London Liquor Company for its pre-booked Whisky Your Way tour. Following a welcome cocktail, you’ll be given a tour of the distillery that concludes in the barrel room with a sampling of a half-dozen whiskies, including the first—and, to date, only two—editions of the distillery’s own East London Single Malt.

A short rideshare brings you to a dinner like no other at Acme Fire Cult, where open-fire cooking is the rule and, unexpectedly, vegetables take center stage in dishes like Coal Roast Celeriac and Aubergine Steak, complemented by beer from the adjacent 40ft. Brewery.

After dinner, take a 15-minute stroll to MAP Maison, where the leather-bound menu features an impressive 14 pages of Japanese whiskies, a collection built up over the proprietor’s many visits to Japan. Of particular interest are selections from seldom-seen distilleries like Nagahama (Edition No. 1 at $28/50 ml) and Chichibu (Ichiro’s Malt Wine Wood Reserve at $42/50 ml).

Begin your day by hopping on the Underground rail network, or “the tube” as it is commonly known, to one of the city’s unsung gems, Leadenhall Market, a Victorian arcade in the center of what was Roman London. There you can breakfast on magnificent pastries from Aux Merveilleux de Fred before shopping at the fifth-generation family-owned Barbour or browsing the range of cigars at Kandies.

On your way to your next distillery, stop off at Connaught Hotel ’s famed bar and treat yourself to a Black Truffle pizza and an “ethereal” foam-topped Cloud Nine cocktail, made with raspberry and pistachio-infused Michter’s bourbon and Orange Cocchi Americano. Or really treat yourself with a 50 ml pour of Macallan M Edition 2017 for $835.

Another tube ride now takes you to Bimber Distillery , a 7 year old, single malt-obsessed operation in North Acton. Its focus on semi-wild fermentation and direct-fire distillation makes for a fascinating pre-booked tour, and an even better tasting afterward.

A quick ride on the Central Line and a short walk up the famous Portobello Road will land you at The Distillery & Ginstitute, where a three-hour exploration of world whiskies called The Whisky Thing Experience includes a bottle of your personally blended whisky. Alternatively, enjoy people-watching with a Highball in the light-strewn downstairs distillery bar The Resting Room.

With sunset approaching, stop by your hotel to freshen up before heading to dinner with a spectacular view at Oblix at The Shard, an elegant restaurant atop one of the most iconic modern buildings in the city. Enjoy a Toki whisky-based Sayan Sour cocktail on the east side before crossing over to the west side for a delectable dinner of dover sole.

Conclude your stay with a pre-arranged visit to one of the city’s two leading private whisky clubs, Dram House at Milroy’s of Spitalfields or Soho Whisky Club. Each is located on their building’s second floor, with Dram House offering the added dimension of an outdoor cigar bar and Soho sitting conveniently atop the venerable Vintage House whisky shop, which offers whiskies dating back to the 1930s and happily stays open until 11 p.m. most days. Both clubs offer non-resident rates—$47 per person per day at the Dram House; $147 annually at Soho, plus a $60 joining fee—which, after your remarkable 48 hours here, will probably have you thinking makes a lot of sense for the future.

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St. Paul’s, 153 Hammersmith Rd.; stpaulhotel.co.uk The Beaumont, 8 Balderton St., Brown Hart Gardens; thebeaumont.com

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Vintage House, 42 Old Compton St.; vintagehouse.london The Whisky Exchange London Bridge, 88 Borough High St.; thewhiskyexchange.com

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Journey to whisky tour.

An in-depth and intermediate tour – ideal for whisky enthusiasts! Conversational and tasting-led, your tour takes you through the detailed processes of our single malt whisky production. Learn how we push the boundaries of what it means to be a modern whisky producer with our experimental approach to flavour, with samples provided throughout. 

STILLS & STAVES

Short on time, or just want to see the main event? Our Stills & Staves experience is the perfect choice for those on a tight itinerary, or if you are simply looking to see Holyrood’s highlights.

Get to know our production area by enjoying 15 minutes with one of our expert guides in our still room, followed by a 15 minute tutored tasting of 4 samples which perfectly capture the Holyrood spirit. 

Please note this experience does not include a full distillery tour – guests are welcome to continue their afternoon in our distillery bar and shop.

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Charmed circle walking tour.

Learn more about our city’s brewing and distilling heritage as you explore the forgotten breweries of Edinburgh’s Southside. Discover how the brewing industry has shaped our city by walking through history, and hearing stories about the infamous ‘Charmed Circle’.

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As a thank you to Edinburgh residents for sharing the city we call home, we have introduced our weekly ‘EH Evenings’. Free to attend for anyone with an EH postcode – you’ll get a fully guided complimentary tour of our distillery, lab and cask room –  plus free samples of our Height of Arrows Gin and single malt whisky. You’ll then have exclusive access to our paid bar to enjoy some delicious drinks, live music, and food available to order from our Southside neighbours. 

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Holyrood distillery tour

The perfect introduction to Holyrood Distillery. Our signature guided tour will take you through our gin and whisky production spaces, explaining the processes behind our award winning Height of Arrows gin and our single malt whiskies. Get to know our spirits with sample tastings throughout your tour.

Self Guided Tasting Flight - DAILY

Sit back and relax in our cosy distillery bar with a tasting flight of 4 spirits – perfect for those just looking to try a few drams! Let our bartenders be your guide as you taste your way through our spirits! Choose between our Gin Flight with our award-winning Height of Arrows gin range, or our Whisky Flight which takes you through the different stages of whisky making at Holyrood.

holyrood GIN TASTING EXPERIENCe

Sip your way through our award winning Height of Arrows Gin range with our relaxed, interactive and conversational Gin Tasting Experience!

Go behind the scenes with your guide and get to know the story of our gin production journey. Learn to mix, make and shake your very own cocktail; taste samples of our gin range plus some exciting future projects accompanied by delicious Gin Chocolate Truffles; and create your own perfect serve Gin & Tonic with a range of garnishes and premium mixers. 

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1.5hrs/£28pp

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Holyrood Distillery is situated in the city’s Southside district – under the shadow of the magnificent Salisbury Crags, and a short walk from the historic old town. Taking inspiration from our surroundings, and from Edinburgh’s brewing and distilling heritage, we produce the city’s only single malt whisky and an award-winning range of gin.

Whether you are visiting a distillery for the first time, want to learn something new about modern whisky production, or simply try some of our delicious spirits – come and discover how we make our spirit with our range of tours and tastings, with experiences available for all levels of knowledge and interest.

We are a short 15-minute walk from the Royal Mile, located right next to Holyrood Park.

The Lothian Buses Number 14 stops on Rankeillor Street a 2-minute walk to our front door and many other services stop nearby, please visit lothian buses for details.

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OUR SINGLE MALT WHISKIES ARE MADE WITH DEDICATION AND PASSION. EVERY RELEASE IS A WORK OF CRAFTSMANSHIP AND VIRTOUSITY

Bimber Distillery was founded by whisky lovers, with a mission to produce high-quality single malt whisky with character, using traditional methods that are rarely seen today.

The journey begins at our single farm, where 100% of our barley is grown. It is then traditionally floor malted, hand-mashed and fermented slowly for seven days in our wooden washbacks that were hand-made at our own cooperage. We use direct fire to heat our small copper pot stills, and mature our spirit in hand-selected casks. Finally, our whisky is bottled onsite at our distillery. 

Our hand-crafted approach to whisky production passionately combines traditional methods, expertise and an absolute commitment to quality. 

Bimber’s first casks were laid down on the 26th May 2016 and we released our inaugural single malt whisky (The First) three years later in September of 2019 – the limited release of 1,000 hand numbered bottles sold out in 3 hours. Bimber will be releasing a wide range of new single malt whiskies – all with our trademark accessible, fruit forward character – all handcrafted with passion.

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Crafted with admiration, and drawn from our growing inventory of fruit-forward single malts, the Shoulders of Giants pays homage to a diverse tapestry of thinkers, innovators and visionaries whose contributions to our world and society continue to resonate to this day. 

The Shoulders of Giants releases showcase the growing maturity and complexity of our single malt whiskies, with each giant offering its own distinctiveness – both inside and outside of the bottle. 

“Fire is hot and dry;  Air (like vapour) is hot and wet  Water is cold and wet; and  Earth is cold and dry “ 

                                                Aristotle (350 BCE) 

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The ancient Greeks believed that everything was made up of four elements: fire; earth; water and air. Bimber’s traditionally-focussed production processes do not draw their ancestry quite this far back – but nevertheless our single malt whisky is still profoundly underpinned by the impacts of fire; earth; water and air.  Releasing throughout the remainder of 2023 - The Four Elements Collection, produced exclusively for Master of Malt presents a showcase of Bimber’s elementally-charged production processes across four unique bottlings. From single-farm, floor-malted barley and the use of mineral-rich London water, through to meticulously sourced peat and the extensive use of hand-charred casks – The Four Elements Collection explores and celebrates our craft, artistry and rigorous attention to detail.

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Produced with consummate skill and an unwavering commitment to quality, each release celebrates a different station on London’s Underground network and presents a unique piece of the city’s history.

These very special releases have been produced in partnership with Transport for London. As such, they will be sold via a new website dedicated to the Underground Collection.

To learn more about four expressions and to plan your onward journey please visit:   www.thespiritoftheunderground.com

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Distillery day tours in and around london, we have curated a list of distilleries in and around london that you can visit for day tours to give yourselves and your loved ones a great time..

While the nation has been engulfed in a lockdown, there is always something to look forward to. Christmas is around the corner and there is hope for better things to come. While being in the comfort of your own homes, finding something new to do, browsing through the Netflix lists of things to watch and enjoying footballing action on the weekends, here is one more activity you can add to your post lockdown list of things to do (some might have been accomplished already). In the spirit of Christmas and the spirit of giving, we have curated a list of distilleries in and around London that you can visit for day tours to give yourselves and your loved ones a great time. 

East London Liquor Company: Founded in the year 2014, with the vision of providing people with great liquor at a decent price, East London Liquor Company is gaining rapid strides in London with the knowledge of their craft and the excellent tours they provide at their distillery. East London Liquor Company produces whiskey, gin, vodka and rum and their award-winning spirits can be found across the United Kingdom stores and in over twenty international markets as well. With the way their business is progressing, it is easily evident that they know their spirits and you can get to know them too with a closer look! East London Liquor Co has tours of their distillery divided into three parts, those being a whisky tour and tasting, gin tour and tasting, or the distillery tasting experience. With the range of whiskies and gins in store, we would suggest you take them all and have a great time. Along with the tour they also have a bar and restaurant that ups the ante with its menu and offerings. A great way to spend a day we say. 

Jensen’s Distillery: Situated in Bermondsey is this quaint distillery that is a gin lovers paradise. When owner Christian Jensen first got the taste of vintage gins, it was a connection that called to him big time. Through Jensen’s distillery, he honored this connection as he has gone on to make a gin that finds balance in the modern and the lost art of making fine gin. Distilled in small batches using fine botanicals, Jensen’s brings to you gin as it should be consumed. Their distillery is housed at Bermondsey, a trade center during the nineteenth century, perhaps another one of Christian Jensen’s ode to the gin of the olden times. Their distillery is a converted railway arch that adds to the glamour of the old school touch that Jensen’s is come to be recognized with. Try their gin, get a feel of Bermondsey and you will come back from your day tour with a smile on your face. With a business spread across continents, Jensen’s is doing the gin business right and bringing glory to what it stands for.

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Sipsmith Distillery: From gin, we shift the focus to a distillery that is head over heels in love with the craft of making vodka along with gin for the people. A classic tale of two friends attracted to martinis and the fine craft of making spirits, Sipsmith Distillery was brought to life by Sam Galsworthy and Fairfax Hall in 2007. They were joined by drinks aficionado Jared Brown and thus the three embarked on bringing to life London dry gin for the people and their love for gin. Through two years of sheer hard work and finding the perfect balance, in 2009 Sipsmith the gin was introduced to the world. Fast forward to a decade later and the brand is going strong and as luck would have it, giving distillery tours to fellow gin lovers. From festive tours (virtual) to corporate events and distillery tour vouchers, Sipsmith Distillery has a range of tours to offer for aficionados and budding gin lovers alike. Who knows, a visit to Sipsmith and you will be inspired to become a gin smith yourself!

Bimber Distillery: If you are a single malt lover, guess what, you have more in common with the people at Bimber Distillery than you know. The traditional art of creating single malt whisky, Bimber Distillery uses barley grown 100 percent at their farms, which is then hand mashed, floor-malted and fermented for seven days to get it ready to perfection. In their range of whiskies, Bimber distillery offers you a range of whiskies from bourbons to distillery exclusives, which brings us to their distillery tours. Bimber has a very nicely laid out distillery tour which consists of a welcome drink of whisky, a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into making their fantastic range of single malts and a chance to enjoy a selection of their single malts right where it is made. An experience that is bound to increase your love for whisky.

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Chase Distillery: There is just something so inviting about a family-owned distillery that we cannot keep away from writing about them. One such distillery that resides in Herefordshire, just 23 miles from London is the Chase distillery, owned by the Chase family that produces vodka and gin from potatoes grown at their farm. Having been producing potatoes for the local supermarkets and more, Will Chase wanted to do something more that brought him in contact with the end consumer. He started with potato chips but then moved to make vodka in 2008 which is when Chase Distillery was born. Now run by his sons Harry and James, the business has stayed within the family and they have grown. The passion for showing their craft and product to the people didn’t just end at the products, it carried forward to the distillery which has now got tours, virtual tours and even 360-degree tours of the distillery for visitors and vodka, gin lovers. The weather is beautiful, the distillery is fantastic and so is the Chase family, what more does one need for a great day?

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City of London Distillery: Gin has always been a big thing in London. It was there and wildly popular when technology was a term that did not exist. It was there when innovations started taking place and it is there today when London has become a hub for high-class living and lifestyle of the highest order. One of the biggest reasons for gin keeping its popularity in the city and the world is the City of London Distillery which found its way into gin folklore in 2012. Since their inception, they have added a wide variety of gins from Sloe to Old Tom and from Murican Orange gin to Six Bells Lemon gin. The city of London Distillery offers a great gin tour where you can get to learn about how they make their gin while getting a taste of their products. The plus here is that you also get a chance to try and make your own gin, hone your skill.

Taxi Spirit Co: How would you like to be a brief part of history? The tours and experiences from Taxi Spirit Co allow you to do just that. London’s first-ever rum distillery, Taxi Spirit Co is renowned for producing great quality rums with their first product Cabby’s White Rum getting its first run in the market in 2018. A rich, full-bodied white rum with hints of cane in its notes, and a hint of oak along with coconut and citrus. It is bottled in batches of 250 bottles only and its success has led to them also bringing to the table Cabby’s Gin. Taxi Spirit Co offers corporate and private tours at a charge of 450 pounds per group, with the group strength being 20. A new distillery in the market that deserves your attention, Taxi Spirit Co calls for a great one-day distillery tour experience for Londoners. 

English Spirit Master Distillers: Dr. John Walters, the founder and managing director of English Spirit Master Distillers started this venture when he wanted to build a still and distill his own rum. Since then, John and his distillery have never looked back. Through their years of distilling experience, John and his team have made tweaks to perfect their rum which is essentially eight different rums that have been made using a fine technique that John Walters has passed down to his team. Under the current restrictions, English Spirit Master Distillers bring experiences at 5 pm on weekdays and Saturdays at 11 am 2 pm and 4 pm. The tasting samples are given in 50 ml bottles and are available in all eight variants of rum. Come for the tour and stay for their great rum, made by a master distiller and his team.

English Spirit Master Distillers, Source Website

Beefeater The Home of Gin: One of the oldest and most perhaps the most iconic of gin makers in London, Beefeater in Kennington is a gin lovers paradise. A gin that is crafted with a recipe that dates back to the 1800s, their gin has been closely intertwined with the history of London Dry Gin. They have preserved their original stills to date which visitors and connoisseurs can see from the visitor centers during a tour of the distillery. At 1.5 hours of tour time and priced at 16 pounds, a self-discovery tour where you will be accompanied by a guide takes you down memory lane and gives you an insight on how gin came to be so popular. Along with comparative tasting and a look at the process of making gin, the tour culminates with a glass of Beefeater’s own gin and tonic. A delightful way of ending a day tour enriched with history and information.

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London has been home to a variety of distillers and has been an epicenter of development for the spirits business over the years. In a city that is steeped in tradition and home to some of the finest distillers and distilleries, it is a great way to spend a day getting to know the history of the city and how these distilleries have been an integral part of the development of spirits not just in the city but internationally. Get your tour booked as soon as you can and spend a day out with a drink in your hand (maybe both).

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• Sample five unique whiskies each, five different beers each and a meal of your choice from the extensive menu
• Available twice a week throughout the year

Whisky School and Lunch with The Whisky Lounge

• Learn the ins and outs of the world’s most complex spirit
• Sample between 20 and 25 high-quality whiskies as well as a light lunch
• Take away a tasting glass and souvenir certificate to remember your special day

Explore the World of Whisky with Tastings and Cocktails for Two at TT Liquor

• Take a tasting tour through whisky across the globe
• Choose your favourite to create a classic cocktail
• Available Saturdays

MAP Maison Japanese Whisky Tasting with Cocktails and Tapas for Two

• Enjoy a Japanese whisky tasting session
• Select another two cocktails each and two tapas plates
• Available Sunday to Friday throughout the year

Lucky Cat by Gordon Ramsay Mayfair Japanese Whiskey Masterclass for Two

• Learn the fascinating history of Japanese whiskies at Lucky Cat in Mayfair
• Enjoy four whisky tastings, followed by a Gohan Old Fashioned cocktail each
• Available weekdays throughout the year

MAP Maison Japanese Whisky Tasting Masterclass for Two

• Enjoy a drinks reception of bubbles and light nibbles at one of London’s largest Japanese whisky collections
• Learn all about the history of Japanese whisky and taste three premium samples
• Available Tuesday to Sunday

Whisky Tasting at Grain & Glass and Comedy Night for Two

• Enjoy a tutored tasting together with Grain & Glass’s whisky specialists
• Take your seats for an evening with some of the UK’s top stand-up comedians
• Available selected days throughout the year

Whisky Tasting with Sharing Dishes for Two at the 5* Rubens at the Palace Hotel, London

• Enjoy a tutored whisky tasting in elegant and historic surroundings
• Pair your samples with a delicious sharing platter
• Available Tuesday to Saturday throughout the year

Underground Introduction to Whisky Tasting Experience for Two in Edinburgh Old Town

• Discover the world of whisky with this introductory session at The Lost Close
• Sample four whiskies from four different distilleries
• Available seven days a week throughout the year

The Prince Akatoki Tokii Omakase 11 Course Tasting Menu with Whisky Highball for Two

• 11-course tasting menu, expertly prepared by a sushi Chef
• Whisky highball each
• Available Tuesdays to Thursdays

A World of Whisky Tasting For Two at Grain & Glass

• Sample six measures of whisky each alongside tasting notes
• Available Thursday, Friday and Saturday throughout the year

Dewar's Aberfeldy Distillery Tour with Cask Whisky Tasting for Two

• Discover the world of whisky with this award-winning guided tour
• Exclusive single cask whisky tasting, a second tasting in the bar and engraved souvenir glass to take home
• Available most days throughout the year

Blend Your Own Whisky Box for Two

• Blend your own Whisky at Home for Two
• 80-minute virtual Whisky making session with an expert host
• Whisky samples included in the box sent directly to your home

Annandale Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting for Two

• Access all production and maturation areas with an expert guide
• Enjoy five drams, including an award-winning 2015 Vintage Man O’Sword
• Available seven days a week

Scotch Whisky Tasting Masterclass for Two at The Liquor Studio

• Take a spirit-infused journey to the Highlands together with this scotch tasting masterclass
• Sample five different scotches each from a variety of regions
• Available selected Friday and Saturday evenings throughout the year

Whisky Tasting Evening for Two with Liquid Gold Whisky Co.

• Sample five unique whiskies from the largest single malt collection in Surrey
• Learn the secrets and history of each whisky with Liquid Gold Whisky Co.’s resident expert
• Available on selected dates throughout the year

Macallan Harmony Series Whisky Flight, Cheese Pairing and Small Plates for Two

• Treat your taste buds to a Macallan Harmony Series whisky flight and cocktail
• Pair your whisky with a cheeseboard and small plate of your choice

Irish Whiskey Tasting with The Umbrella Workshop

• Enjoy a two-hour whiskey tasting session at The Umbrella Workshop for one
• Learn about the traditions of Irish distilling and taste some of the very best
• Available on Saturdays throughout the year

Full Day Immersive Whisky Experience Tasting Journey from Glenkinchie to Johnnie Walker Princes Street

• Full-sensory tour and tutored whisky tasting at Glenkinchie Distillery
• Enjoy three personalised drinks at Johnnie Walker Princes Street
• Available Sundays, Thursdays and Mondays throughout the year

Copper Rivet Distillery Tour and Whisky Tasting for Two

• Guided tour around Copper Rivet for two people
• Taste two clear spirits, three whiskies, a spirit or whisky and mixer of your choice each
• Available Friday and Saturday throughout the year, excluding Easter and Christmas

Underground Whisky Connoisseur Tasting Experience for Two in Edinburgh Old Town

• Delve deeper into the world of whisky with this tasting at The Lost Close
• Sample four drams of rarer, older and more unusual whiskies

Copper Rivet Distillery Whisky Tour and Tasting

• Guided tour around Copper Rivet for one person
• Taste two clear spirits, three whiskies, a spirit or whisky and mixer of your choice

Full Day Immersive Whisky Experience Tasting Journey from Glenkinchie to Johnnie Walker Princes Street for Two

Copper Rivet Distillery Masthouse Whisky Blending Experience for Two

• Exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Copper Rivet Distillery for two people
• Enjoy a whisky tasting, before blending your own 100ml bottle of whisky each
• Available the last Saturday of every month

Loch Lomond and Whisky Distillery Day Tour from Glasgow for Two

• Visit Glengoyne and Clydeside distillery
• Sample the light and delicate Lowland-style Single Malt Whisky
• Available Sunday, Wednesday, and Saturday throughout the year

The Belfast Whiskey Tasting Walking Tour for Two

• Delve into the captivating story of Irish whiskey with this 3 hour walking tour
• Enjoy a range of unique whisky tasters, including from the world’s oldest licensed distillery
• Available Thursday evenings, January to November

Premium Fine & Aged Whisky Tasting for Two at Grain & Glass

• Sample six measures of higher age, AVB or limited edition whisky each
• Available selected Saturdays throughout the year

The Story of Japan Whisky Tasting for Two with Grain & Glass

• Explore the culture of whisky and Japan with Grain & Glass
• Taste six measures of whisky, accompanied by a whisky specialist
• Available Fridays once a month, Saturdays twice a month

Edinburgh History of Whisky Tour including Tasting for Two

• Discover another side of historic Edinburgh with a walking tour of the Old Town
• Stop into the atmospheric Megget’s Cellar for a whisky tasting session
• Available on selected Saturdays

Eden Treats Whisky and Chocolate Lovers Hamper

• Indulge your whisky passion with this award-winning hamper
• Discover sweet and savoury treats including a Ginger Whisky Liqueur
• Delivery available straight to your doorstep

Scotch Whisky Tasting Masterclass at The Liquor Studio

• Take a spirit-infused journey to the Highlands with this scotch tasting masterclass
• Sample five different scotches from a variety of regions

Stirling Distillery Whisky Experience for Two

• Learn the fascinating history of Stirlingshire’s rich whisky past
• Sample Stirling Distillery’s range of whiskies, from the lowlands to Speyside
• Available Sundays throughout the year

Barbican Botanics Gin Room Whisky Flight

• Visit the South West’s largest combined rum, gin and whisky shop
• Choose four craft whiskies to sample from over 30 artisan whiskies
• Available Tuesday to Sunday throughout the year

Whisky and Cheese Pairing with Grain & Glass

• Embark on a spirit-infused 60 minute whisky tasting adventure
• Enjoy three measures of whisky, paired with three portions of cheese
• Available the first Thursday of each month

Whisky and Cheese Pairing for Two with Grain & Glass

• Enjoy three measures of whisky, paired with three portions of cheese each

La Bibliotheque Whisky Tasting with Meal for Two

• Taste two Japanese whiskies from Japan’s oldest and most influential distilleries
• Enjoy a welcome cocktail and a main dish each following the tasting
• Available weekends throughout the year

La Bibliotheque World Whisky Masterclass for Two

• Receive a detailed explanation of the history of whisky and its different regions
• Taste five premium whiskies from around the world

Copper Rivet Distillery Masthouse Whisky Blending Experience

• Exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Copper Rivet Distillery
• Enjoy a Masthouse whisky tasting, before blending your own 100ml bottle

Discover Malt Whisky Day Tasting Tour from Edinburgh for Two

• Delve into the world of the drink ingrained within Scottish culture, whisky
• Tour Glengoyne distillery and sample a range of whiskies, then visit a second distillery

Summerhall Distillery Whisky Tasting and Storytelling for Two

• Fantastic Scottish whisky tasting in Summerhall Distillery’s tavern tasting room
• Enjoy two drams of unique whisky and a whisky cocktail each
• Available Thursday to Sunday throughout the year

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s involved in a whisky tasting.

A whisky tasting experience is an opportunity to sample different types of whisky. Typically, you'll also learn about the distillation process, the history of whisky, and how to appreciate different flavours and aromas.

What should I wear to a whisky tasting?

There is no set dress code for a whisky tasting experience, but it's recommended to dress smart-casual and avoid wearing strong perfumes or colognes, as they can interfere with your ability to taste the whisky.

Do I need to be a whisky expert to attend a tasting?

No, you do not need to be a whisky expert to attend a tasting. Most of our whisky tasting experiences will cater to people of all levels of knowledge and experience, from beginners to experts.

What food is typically served at a whisky tasting experience?

Depending on the experience day selected, food may or may not be served. When food is served, it is usually in the form of small bites or canapes, specifically designed to complement the flavours of the whiskies being tasted.

Can I buy the whiskies I tasted at the event?

Sometimes, yes. Depending on the venue, it may be possible to purchase the whiskies you tasted, either at the event or later online.

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