February is nearly upon us, so after 31 days of avoiding alcohol, many Dry January participants will be looking forward to their first drink of 2023.
If you’re planning a booze-fuelled night out to celebrate, Edinburgh is the perfect place to do it, as the city is filled with stylish cocktail bars serving up creative and delicious inventions. Even if you’ve decided to continue your resolution into February, these bars are still worth a visit, as many also serve mocktails.
So, here are 12 amazing cocktail bars in Edinburgh where you can end Dry January in style.
9. The Cocktail Mafia
This art-deco bar can be found on Charlotte Lane in Edinburgh's West End. Drinkers can enjoy extraordinary cocktails while relaxing in a stylish setting. Photo: Gaby Soutar
10. The Last Word Saloon
This low-lit cosy bar, which is tucked underground on St Stephen Street, is the perfect place for a quiet drink. The Last Word Saloon serves up a range of quirky cocktails, and also has an extensive whisky list for drinkers to choose from. Photo: Bogdanhoda / Getty Images / Canva Pro
11. The Raging Bull
The Raging Bull is a fun eccentric spot that specialises in variations on the classic Espresso Martini. The cocktail bar can be found on Lothian Road, in Fountainbridge. Photo: Google
12. The Bon Vivant
Tucked away on Thistle Street in Edinburgh's New Town, The Bon Vivant is a bar and restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere and an extensive cocktail menu. The bar also has a long champagne list to choose from. Photo: Contributed