Edinburgh Distillery: Gin Tasting Masterclass

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About the place

**Your Experience (Summary)**Discover the art of aroma identification and choose specific ingredients in this 105-minute Aroma Alchemy: Gin Tasting Masterclass at Edinburgh Distillery.

Getting started

Arrive at The Arches and check in near the main entrance. After a short welcome from your expert host, you’ll head to the tasting area to begin your sensory experience.

What to expect

This masterclass dives into the creative and scientific world of aroma and flavour elements. Over 105 minutes, engage your senses through guided tastings, expert insights, and interactive elements.

Features

  • Sensory tasting: Explore a curated selection of house expressions with a focus on aroma, ingredients, and the character of each creation.

  • Exploration of plant ingredients: Learn how specific herbs and spices are chosen and combined, and how scent influences every step of the production process.

  • Handcrafted infusion garnish: Design your own infused garnish to take home using natural flavourings introduced during the session.

  • Small group setting: Limited to 12 guests per session for a personal, interactive experience with your expert guide.

Location
The Edinburgh Gin Distillery at The Arches,Arch 16, The Arches, E Market St, Edinburgh EH8 8FS, UK

Highlights

  • Explore the world of different plant-based ingredients through guided aroma tests and handcraft a spray garnish to capture your preferred flavour profile.
  • Smell signature herbs & spices in the Flavour Arch and see distillation in action in the Still Room during your expert-led distillery tour.
  • Receive a welcome serve, then explore house expressions through a guided tasting of London Dry, full-strength flavour styles, and fruit-based liqueurs.
  • Conclude your visit at the Distillery Bar, offering miniature gin samplers, soft drinks, and light bites in a stylish space.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Guided tour of the Edinburgh Gin Distillery
  • Aroma test
  • Customise an infused spray garnish
  • Tour of Flavour Arch & Still Room
  • One welcome drink
  • Sampling several gin variations with mixers and garnishes
  • Visit to Distillery Bar
  • Guided tour of the Edinburgh Gin Distillery
  • Aroma test
  • Customise an infused spray garnish
  • Tour of Flavour Arch & Still Room
  • One welcome drink
  • Sampling several gin variations with mixers and garnishes
  • Visit to Distillery Bar

Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring

  • Have your entry tickets, and ID ready for a seamless experience.

What’s not allowed

  • Food & beverages and smoking are not permitted on this experience.

  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

  • Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 18 years.

Accessibility

  • This experience is wheelchair accessible.

  • Elevators are available at the venue for easy access.

  • Your guide dogs and emotional support dogs are welcome at the venue.

  • There’s no charge for carers supporting guests with accessibility needs. However, only the paying guest will craft a bottle during the gin-making session.

Additional information

  • Only guests aged 18 and over may enter the venue or join experiences. Children are welcome in the distillery shop when accompanied.

Additional Information

This activity is non-refundable and cannot be cancelled. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.

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