EDINBURGH DISTILLERY FIELD GUIDE
EH EVENINGS 2026 — A Residents‑Only Night at Holyrood Distillery
A one‑hour, residents‑only guided tour of Holyrood Distillery with a welcome drink, gin and whisky samples, and a charity-linked £5 ticket—this guide explains what to expect and what to bring.
EH EVENINGS 2026 — A Residents‑Only Night at Holyrood Distillery.
As a thank‑you to Edinburgh residents, Holyrood Distillery has relaunched weekly EH Evenings: a one‑hour, guided visit through the Distillery, Lab and Cask Room, a free welcome drink and complimentary samples of Height of Arrows Gin and the distillery’s single‑malt whisky. Guests secure a space with a £5 donation (fully given to Edinburgh Food Project) and receive a £5 voucher to redeem against a 70cl bottle on arrival.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Behind the stills: Distillery, Lab & Cask Room
The guided circuit takes guests through production spaces named in the programme: the Distillery, the Lab and the Cask Room, giving a concise look at where the spirits are made and stored.
A welcome drink and samples of gin and whisky
Each visitor receives a complimentary welcome drink and tasting samples that include Height of Arrows Gin and the distillery’s single‑malt whisky as part of the evening.
Residents‑only evenings with a local charity focus
EH Evenings are open only to residents with an EH postcode; the £5 donation required to secure a place is passed in full to Edinburgh Food Project, connecting the event directly to a local support organisation.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
Arrive as a local visitor, check in and receive a £5 voucher on arrival; the hour unfolds as a guided walkthrough of Holyrood’s Distillery, Lab and Cask Room, punctuated by a welcome drink and tasting samples of the distillery’s gin and single malt. The programme is framed as a residents‑only thank you and includes an opportunity to relax at the distillery’s bar with seasonal cocktails and local drinks.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this short evening suits — and who it excludes.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
If you may be challenged under Challenge 25, bring original photo identification; photocopies or photographs of ID will not be accepted. Accepted ID must bear the holder’s photograph, date of birth, and either a holographic mark or an ultraviolet feature.
Original documents only — ensure any ID presented includes a photograph, date of birth and a holographic or ultraviolet security feature to satisfy entry checks.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Who can attend EH Evenings?
These evenings are for Edinburgh residents only; proof of EH postcode residence will be required on arrival.
How long is the event?
The event runs for one hour.
How much does it cost and where does the money go?
Guests are asked for a £5 donation to secure a space; that donation is fully donated to the distillery’s chosen local charity for 2026, Edinburgh Food Project. Visitors also receive a £5 voucher on arrival redeemable against a 70cl bottle.
Is there an age limit or ID requirement?
Yes — events are for ages 18 and over. The operator uses Challenge 25; if you look under 25 you must bring original photo ID (no photographs accepted). Accepted identification must show a photograph, date of birth and either a holographic mark or an ultraviolet feature.
What will I taste during the evening?
Attendees receive a free welcome drink and samples that include Height of Arrows Gin and the distillery’s single‑malt whisky.
Which charity benefits from the donation?
The £5 donations are given in full to Edinburgh Food Project, a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation registered as SC043220.