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This Prohibition-style speakeasy bar hidden in the heart of Edinburgh, on Queen Street, is known for its delicious and creative cocktails. On the menu are many gin inventions, including the Tian Tian - which combines boutique gin with absinthe and pea cordial - and the Strange Beauty - a martini-like creation with a Greek salad cordial mixed in. One reviewer wrote: "What a find. A gin cocktail bar behind a bookcase below a 'barbers shop'".This Prohibition-style speakeasy bar hidden in the heart of Edinburgh, on Queen Street, is known for its delicious and creative cocktails. On the menu are many gin inventions, including the Tian Tian - which combines boutique gin with absinthe and pea cordial - and the Strange Beauty - a martini-like creation with a Greek salad cordial mixed in. One reviewer wrote: "What a find. A gin cocktail bar behind a bookcase below a 'barbers shop'".
This Prohibition-style speakeasy bar hidden in the heart of Edinburgh, on Queen Street, is known for its delicious and creative cocktails. On the menu are many gin inventions, including the Tian Tian - which combines boutique gin with absinthe and pea cordial - and the Strange Beauty - a martini-like creation with a Greek salad cordial mixed in. One reviewer wrote: "What a find. A gin cocktail bar behind a bookcase below a 'barbers shop'".

Gin Day Edinburgh: The 8 best gin bars in Edinburgh where you can enjoy a martini or a gin cocktail

Celebrate World Gin Day in Edinburgh with a cocktail in these amazing bars
Anna Bryan
By Anna Bryan
Published 6th May 2023, 16:23 GMT
Updated 5th Jun 2023, 16:23 GMT

This Saturday, June 10, is World Gin Day – and we’re celebrating by naming the best gin bars in the Capital.

Scotland is the largest producer of gin in the world, it’s no wonder that Edinburgh is full of bars showcasing the juniper-flavoured spirit. Whether you prefer a gin and tonic, a classic cocktail like a martini or a Negroni, or a more inventive concoction, there are plenty of spots in Edinburgh that will serve you the perfect drink for World Gin Day.

Here are the 8 best gin bars in Edinburgh

Here are the 8 best gin bars in Edinburgh

Situated on North Castle Street, Tonic does a lot more than just a simple G&T. The independent bar serves up an eclectic range of gin cocktails, partnered with flavourful liqueurs. One visitor took to Google to compliment Tonic's mixologists, and said they helped them discover "some great local gins".

5. Tonic

Situated on North Castle Street, Tonic does a lot more than just a simple G&T. The independent bar serves up an eclectic range of gin cocktails, partnered with flavourful liqueurs. One visitor took to Google to compliment Tonic's mixologists, and said they helped them discover "some great local gins". Photo: MaximFesenko / Getty Images / Canva Pro

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This award-winning cocktail bar on Queen Street is named after a classic gin cocktail - the Bramble - but also serves up other delectable cocktails featuring the spirit, like the Evergreen and the Buckthorn Spritz. One patron said described the cocktails as "unique", and added that ordering a bramble was "a must".

6. Bramble

This award-winning cocktail bar on Queen Street is named after a classic gin cocktail - the Bramble - but also serves up other delectable cocktails featuring the spirit, like the Evergreen and the Buckthorn Spritz. One patron said described the cocktails as "unique", and added that ordering a bramble was "a must". Photo: Third Party

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This basement bar is hidden away on Rutland Street, but is not to be missed. Mixologists at the Heads and Tales Gin Bar have perfected not only the timeless classic cocktails, but have also created new delicious inventions with gin. One happy customer gave the bar a glowing review, writing: "Located underground down a set of stairs you could easily miss it, but it's fantastic inside. Quirky and cavernous, it's got a great atmosphere, and an amazing selection of gins, each with recommended tonics and garnishes."

7. Heads and Tales Gin Bar

This basement bar is hidden away on Rutland Street, but is not to be missed. Mixologists at the Heads and Tales Gin Bar have perfected not only the timeless classic cocktails, but have also created new delicious inventions with gin. One happy customer gave the bar a glowing review, writing: "Located underground down a set of stairs you could easily miss it, but it's fantastic inside. Quirky and cavernous, it's got a great atmosphere, and an amazing selection of gins, each with recommended tonics and garnishes." Photo: Google Maps

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Located inside Hotel Indigo on busy Princes Street, Juniper Edinburgh serves up perfect serve gins and classic cocktails. One reviewer complimented the "cozy setting" and the "awesome variety of gin based drinks".

8. Juniper Edinburgh

Located inside Hotel Indigo on busy Princes Street, Juniper Edinburgh serves up perfect serve gins and classic cocktails. One reviewer complimented the "cozy setting" and the "awesome variety of gin based drinks". Photo: Google Maps

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