--- title: Edinburgh Gin The Classic Tour & tasting lang: en type: tour city: Edinburgh country: United Kingdom price: 33 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.98 reviews: 494 duration_minutes: 65 languages: [en] rank_in_category: 3 of 22 (Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-gin-the-classic-tour-tasting/ --- # Edinburgh Gin The Classic Tour & tasting **Guidekin's take:** Explore botanicals and distillation in an Old Town stillhouse on a private tour for your party. Gin tastings are included; the experience is not recommended for pregnant travelers. 4.98 from 494 reviews at €33 per person for 1h 5m. ## Overview Step into the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town and the home of Edinburgh Gin for The Classic Tour & Tasting, immersing yourself in a world of craftsmanship and flavour After a glimpse into Edinburgh’s role in the history of gin, you will explore our remarkable Flavour Arch to experience the aromas, textures and tastes that our carefully chosen botanicals contribute to our signature gins. Learn the secrets of distillation in our Stillhouse before enjoying a curated sampling of our acclaimed expressions with carefully selected mixer and garnish pairings in one of our fabulous Tasting Rooms. What's included Welcome Drink Introduction to the history of gin in Edinburgh The story of Edinburgh Gin Tour of our Flavour Arch Tour of our Still Room Tasting through London Dry, Full Strength Flavour and Liqueur Option to visit our Distillery Bar (subject to availability) Visit our Distillery shop for special experience promotions ## Before you book - Meeting point: Enter via the front door of the… - 16 start times: between 11:00 and 18:00 - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Age 18+: minimum age to join - Non-refundable: no free cancellation ## Key facts - Price: from €33 per person - Duration: 1h 5m - Rating: 4.98/5 from 494 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Recommended by 100% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Edinburgh Gin Distillery ## What's included - Alcoholic Beverages ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 16 start times between 11:00 and 18:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. ## Meeting point Enter via the front door of the Edinburgh Gin Distillery - our friendly reception team will then check you in for your experience. Please arrive 10min early for your experience. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJAw1VSb3Hh0gRQl2lMfCxlZ8 ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Not recommended for pregnant travelers ## Compared with other Food Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #3 of 22** | €33 | 1h 5m | 4.98 (494) | private | | [Lind and Lime Gin Distillery Tour and Tasting](/uk/edinburgh/tours/lind-and-lime-gin-distillery-tour-and-tasting/?format=md) | €36 | 1h 15m | 5.0 (579) | shared | | [The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh](/uk/edinburgh/tours/the-chocolatarium-chocolate-tour-experience-in-edinburgh/?format=md) | €33 | 1h 30m | 4.97 (4865) | shared | | [Distill a bottle of Gin on mini copper stills](/uk/edinburgh/tours/distill-a-bottle-of-gin-on-mini-copper-stills/?format=md) | €107 | 3h | 5.0 (189) | shared | Ranked #3 of 22 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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