First look photos of ‘bucket list’ Edinburgh whisky bar in 12th century building after £500,000 makeover

A whisky bar in Edinburgh on the ‘bucket-list’ of Scotch fans around the world has reopened with a 15ft-high bar boasting one of the world’s biggest collections of rare single malt Scotch whiskies – a staggering 2000 limited-edition bottles.

Housed in part of a former wine merchant’s warehouse building dating back to the 12th century, The Vaults in Leith is once again serving drams of rare Scotch whisky following a £500,000 refurbishment.

Take a look through our photo gallery to see how The Vaults looks following its stunning makeover.

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