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Holyrood Distillery
Address: 19 St Leonard’s Lane, Edinburgh, EH8 9SH
Holyrood Distillery is a whisky and gin distillery in Edinburgh. Located next to Holyrood Park, it is the only single malt whisky distillery in the city centre. Recently opened in 2019, Holyrood Distillery offers gin and whisky tours, tastings and masterclasses. There is also a shop, where you can purchase premium spirits and other gifts and souvenirs.
The distillery building was originally part of the Edinburgh and Dalkeith Railway, built in 1835. It has been renovated to create a contemporary distillery and visitor centre. The company’s modern approach means they are unconstrained by the usual traditions associated with malt whisky production. So they are free to experiment with flavours and create something distinctively different.
5 things to do at Holyrood Distillery
- Take the Holyrood Distillery Tour, where you will learn about gin and malt whisky production.
- Learn about the distillery’s unique and modern approach to whisky making.
- Sample some of the distillery’s fine spirits along the way.
- Visit the bar after your tour, where you can try a range of whiskies and gins.
- Buy spirits and souvenirs in the distillery shop.
