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Forever
Edinburgh launches Meet Edinburgh’s
Makers, a toast to the city’s distillers
and brewers. Download a brand-new
Brewers and Distillers Map
to discover the spirit of Edinburgh,
featuring bars, pubs, pop-ups, retailers
and distilleries, all easily accessible
by foot or sustainable travel options,
including bus and tram.
Forever Edinburgh
is collaborating with local tourism
businesses to launch the 'Meet
Edinburgh’s Makers' series, spotlighting
the creativity and craftsmanship of the
city’s producers.
This series celebrates the innovative
businesses that form the core of
Edinburgh’s world-renowned visitor
economy, beginning with the vibrant
distilling and brewing scene that has
helped position the city as the new
spirit of Scotland.
As a key part of the city’s inbound
leisure campaign, Experience the Beauty,
this initiative promotes Edinburgh’s
most forward-thinking makers and
artisans, encouraging visitors to
discover their distinctive creations
through diverse tasting experiences.
Highlighted producers include Holyrood
Distillery, known for its variety of
whiskies and rum; Port of Leith
Distillery, the UK’s first vertical
distillery, pioneering sustainability
efforts; Summerhall Distillery, famous
for its adventurous gin flavours; Secret
Garden Distillery, which follows a ‘seed
to sip’ philosophy using seasonal
botanicals; and Vault City, recognised
for its creative sour beers made with
real fruit.
You can view and download a brand-new
Brewers and Distillers Map Here
showcasing over 60 businesses across the
whole city. The map enables visitors to
discover the spirit of Edinburgh,
featuring bars, pubs, pop-ups, retailers
and distilleries, all easily accessible
by foot or sustainable travel options,
including bus and tram.
Map highlights include Hey Palu in the
Southside, the Innis and Gunn Brew
School in Tollcross, and the Pilot
Brewery Tour and Beer Tasting in Leith.
Edinburgh has become a leading
destination for food and drink tourism,
experiencing significant growth in the
sector since 2019. The city has seen a
50% rise in businesses involved in
distilling, rectifying, and blending
spirits, a 25% increase in beer
producers, and a 35% growth in beverage
manufacturers. According to a 2023
VisitScotland survey, nearly half (46%)
of visitors to Scotland took part in at
least one food and drink experience
during their trip.
Cllr Cammy Day, leader of the City of
Edinburgh Council said: "Distilling in
Edinburgh links back to the 18th
century, and we have seen a revival of
late with so many wonderful producers
and brewers choosing the capital at
their HQ. We’re really lucky in
Edinburgh to have some of the best in
the country, from the Port of Leith
Distillery to Innis and Gunn, Edinburgh
Gin and many more.
"The Meet Edinburgh’s Makers initiative
celebrates Edinburgh’s renaissance as
the true spirit of Scotland, and uses
the stories of the dedicated
craftspeople and their exceptional
experiences around the city to draw more
interest from our visitors.
"The Makers interviews and Brewers and
Distillers Map, will exist year-round
and are excellent resources no matter
the time of year. This is a chance to
sample some of Edinburgh's finest
offerings and appreciate the rich
flavour profiles that define our city’s
vibrant spirit."
Callum Rae, distillery manager at
Holyrood Distillery said: "We're
thrilled to be part of the 'Meet
Edinburgh’s Makers' series, which
highlights the incredible producers that
call Edinburgh home. With such a wide
variety of experiences in the city,
being showcased by Forever Edinburgh is
a fantastic opportunity for our
business.
"This campaign will bring more people
through our doors and give them a chance
to explore the great drinks Edinburgh
has to offer. We're delighted to be
listed alongside other local brands and
share in celebrating Edinburgh evolving
from being the heart of Scotland to
embodying its spirit as well."
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