Edinburgh Gin is raising a glass to a remarkable victory for its distillery after being named Scottish Gin Distillery of the Year and Gin Tourist Destination of the Year at the 9th annual Scottish Gin Awards.
The brand also won Scottish Gin of the year for its Classic Gin alongside four further gold product awards at the annual awards which took place on Wednesday 29 October.
The products that won awards were Cannonball, which won gold in the High strength category; Old Tom, which won gold in the Old Tom category; The Classic which won gold in the London Dry category and Rhubarb and Ginger which won gold in the Gin Liqueur category.
The independent competition is one of the largest gin competitions in the UK, judged by a panel of experts drawn from across the sector, bringing together industry experience and market knowledge to recognise the greatest achievements in the Scottish gin industry
The victory follows the opening of the brand’s striking new home beneath the city’s historic arches, a space that reimagines five 19th-century structures into an advanced, carbon-neutral distillery and world-class visitor destination.
Since opening its doors in December 2024, the distillery has become one of Edinburgh’s most popular attractions for locals and tourists alike.
In its first 10 months, it welcomed 29,000 visitors, offering immersive gin experiences, guided tastings, cocktail workshops, and hands-on gin-making masterclasses.
Guests can discover the artistry behind Edinburgh Gin’s celebrated range, enjoy expertly crafted cocktails at the Distillery Bar.
This summer, the Roof Terrace Bar joined the brand’s already popular Rooftop Garden Bar, making Edinburgh Gin’s East Market Street location home to two panoramic rooftop experiences and a must-visit for gin lovers.
Located on the historic site once home to Trinity Church, the distillery pays homage to Edinburgh’s botanical heritage.
At its heart are two striking 2,000-litre copper stills, Annie and Lina – named in honour of pioneering female gardeners from the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh in 1897, accompanied by a smaller still, Matilda, dedicated to experimental distilling.
The move to the new distillery has seen the distilling team tweak their recipes, something that may have resulted in the success at this year’s Scottish Gin Awards.
Edinburgh Gin is Scotland’s best-selling premium gin, and its distillery is home to its range of award-winning gins, celebrated for vibrant botanicals and distinctive character.
Sarah Prior, head of sales and marketing at Edinburgh Gin Brand Home, said: “To be named both Scottish Gin Distillery of the Year and Gin Tourist Destination of the Year is an incredible honour and a proud recognition of our team’s passion and dedication.
“Our new distillery is more than a place of production, it’s a celebration of Edinburgh’s heritage, innovation and creativity. We’re proud that our brand home has become a place where visitors can discover the spirit of Edinburgh, through our gins, our people and the stories that inspire them.”
Find out more about Edinburgh Gin, the distillery and experiences via the Edinburgh Gin website.
