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Edinburgh
South Loch Gin Distillery Tour: Taste of Edinburgh
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Overview
Visit a Working South Loch Gin Distillery in Edinburgh and discover the secrets of Scottish gin! This fun and relaxed distillery tour, led by gin experts, dives into the gin-making process, from botanicals to bottle.
Guests will be welcomed with a refreshing gin and tonic, and learn about the history of gin making while enjoying their drink. The tour includes a tasting of three unique gins made on-site, paired with premium mixers to enhance the experience. The tour concludes with a celebratory gin cocktail topped with bubbly. Perfect for gin enthusiasts and curious visitors alike, this experience offers an inside look at a working distillery.
Hosted by the experienced gin team at South Loch Gin, the session lasts approximately 60-75 minutes. This tour is a great way to experience the vibrant flavors of Edinburgh and learn about the craft of gin-making. 
Highlights
Gin & Tonic Welcome: Start the tour with a refreshing gin and tonic.
Learn Gin Making: Discover how gin is made, from plants to bottle.
Taste Three Gins: Try three unique gins paired with mixers.
Gin Cocktail Finale: Finish with a bubbly gin cocktail.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers enjoyed learning about the gin-making process.
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Visitors liked the gin and tonic upon arrival.
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Guests appreciated the tasting of different gins with mixers.
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Customers loved the gin cocktail at the end of the tour.
Some customers felt the tour could have been longer.
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A few visitors wished for more information about the distillery's history.
The Journey
South Loch Gin Distillery
A working gin distillery where you can witness the gin-making process firsthand and learn about the botanicals and techniques used to create South Loch Gin.
56 North Gin Bar
Scotland's oldest gin bar, known for its relaxed atmosphere and knowledgeable staff who are passionate about gin.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes alcoholic beverages. Participants must be over 18, and ID may be required (Challenge 25 policy). The tour includes a gin and tonic on arrival, three gin samples, and a gin cocktail. Not included are additional drinks beyond what is offered during the tour, or transportation to and from the distillery. Meet at the South Loch Gin Distillery for the start of the tour.
Hot Tip
Customers suggest arriving a few minutes early to relax and enjoy the atmosphere before the tour begins. They also recommend taking notes on your favorite gins to remember them later!
Review Summary
Customers generally say the South Loch Gin Distillery experience at 56 North is exceptional value with generous pours and highly informative content delivered by engaging, entertaining guides.[1][3] Visitors consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality of the gins, and the knowledgeable staff who make the educational process fun and interactive, with one reviewer calling it 'a true rare find in Edinburgh'.[1] The only potential drawback is that the venue is not wheelchair accessible, which limits its availability for guests with mobility challenges.[1]
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