Edinburgh cocktail festival 2025: All you need to know about £5 drinks extravaganza

Here's everything you need to know about Somewhere by Nico's first-ever Cocktail Festival – including how to get tickets.

What is it?

Curated by the creative minds behind the award-winning Six by Nico concept, the Cocktail Festival will serve customers £5 cocktails highlighting signature cocktails including the classics we all love, from Margaritas to Daiquiris. Throughout the fest, each city will host takeover nights featuring some of the most renowned local drink brands, together with live music, in addition to serving Somewhere by Nico's £5 cocktails.

Where is it?

The Cocktail Festival will take place simultaneously at Somewhere by Nico's venues on Charlotte Lane and Byres Road in Glasgow.

When is it?

The festival running from Friday, May 2 to Sunday, May 11.

What can people expect?

The festival invites guests to sip their way through a curated cocktail menu, featuring everything from timeless classics like Margaritas and Daiquiris to creative collaborations with top drinks brands. Expect takeover nights, live music, DJs, and surprise pop-ups - all designed to bring the spirit of celebration to life.

What have the organisers said?

Abigail Barr, Operations Manager, said: “Somewhere has always been about escapism - a place to dine, drink, and discover through food and drink.

"We've created an incredible space in Glasgow and Edinburgh, and this Cocktail Festival is our way of inviting the city in to experience it.

"Whether you're stopping by for after-work drinks, weekend celebrations, or a spontaneous night out, we want Somewhere to be your go-to destination.

"If you're a curious cocktail enthusiast or a seasoned sipper, you're invited to experience the magic behind our bars, the talent of our mixologists, and the atmosphere that makes Somewhere so special.

"With £5 cocktails on offer for 10 days and no ticket needed, it's the perfect time to shake things up and experience what Somewhere is all about."

What to look out for

Highlights of Somewhere by Nico’s Cocktail Festival include:

£5 cocktails from Friday May 2 – Sunday May 11 festival including all the classic – Daiquiri, Aperol Spritz, Paloma, Negroni and Tom Collins

The Grey Goose Tiny ‘Tini experience on Friday May 2 – mini martinis offering a modern take on a timeless drink

A Cinco de Mayo all day takeover with Patron Tequila and Jalisgow – Glasgow’s first home grown coffee Tequila brand – on Sunday 4th May where guests can enjoy three tequila cocktails and three plates for £25 alongside DJs all day for entertainment

Exclusive guest collaborations with renowned drinks brand from across the UK including Grey Goose, Secret Garden Gin, Patron Tequila, Bacardi Rum, Panther Milk, Pickering's Gin, St Germain and St Germain Spring brunch on Sunday May 11 featuring dancing dishes with St-Germain cocktails

A sensory-led Pickerings Gin Masterclass in Somewhere by Nico Edinburgh on Thursday May 8 that changes the way guests engage with cocktails—from taste to texture to aroma

Exclusive brand takeover in Somewhere by Nico Glasgow with oat milk alcoholic cocktail Panther Milk on Thursday May 8.

The Secret Garden, a Scottish gin producer, will have a special £5 gin cocktail menu on Saturday May 10

How to get tickets

Walk-ins are welcome. Bookings are not required for guests to take advantage of £5 cocktails throughout the festival.

For full details on Somewhere by Nico’s Cocktail Festival 2025 visit www.somewherebynico.co.uk/the-cocktail-festival to sign up for the full 'Cocktail Fest' programme and updates.

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