{"id":5163,"date":"2023-02-13T13:32:06","date_gmt":"2023-02-13T12:32:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/?p=5163"},"modified":"2026-08-05T15:47:40","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T14:47:40","slug":"best-cocktail-bars-in-edinburgh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/plan\/best-cocktail-bars-in-edinburgh\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Cocktail Bars in Edinburgh to Visit All Year Round"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Edinburgh is a city that knows <strong>how to put on a show<\/strong>. Home to iconic landmarks like Edinburgh Castle and the historic Royal Mile, it offers even more in August, when the world-famous <strong>Edinburgh Festival Fringe<\/strong> takes over the city. The Fringe \u2013 the world&#8217;s largest performing arts festival, which began in 1947 as an unofficial offshoot of the equally iconic Edinburgh International Festival \u2013 fills the Scottish capital with performers and visitors looking for somewhere to raise a glass between shows. If you&#8217;re searching for the best cocktail bars in Edinburgh, it&#8217;s your lucky day, because we&#8217;ve done the work for you. Here&#8217;s our handy list of Edinburgh&#8217;s best bars, with something for just about everyone in Auld Reekie.<\/p>\n<h2>Hey Palu<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5192 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Hey-Palu-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Bartender at Hey Palu pouring cocktails\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Hey-Palu-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Hey-Palu-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Hey-Palu-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Hey-Palu-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Hey-Palu-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Hey-Palu-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Hey-Palu.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Location: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">49 Bread Street, Edinburgh\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Vibe: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">If casual Italian aperitivo-style drinking with a modern twist is your thing, then <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.heypalu.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Hey Palu<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> is the bar for you. Not only is it one of the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">best cocktail bars in Edinburgh, but <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">it also specialises in Amaro (Italian bitters) and vermouth. Hey Palu offers a vast range of amaro from all over Italy, and they feature in many cocktails. Expect classics like the ever-popular Negroni as well as their fruity take on the classic with a wild strawberry twist. They also have a selection of signature drinks like the rum-based Banana Jungle Bird and a zesty Yuzu Margarita. If you\u2019re as passionate about amaro as they are, then opt for the tasting flight on their menu, and savour the lingering bitterness.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Must-try cocktail: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Wild Strawberry Negroni \u2013 Scottish gin, bitter Bianco, wild strawberry and dry vermouth.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Register Club<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5193 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/The-Register-Club-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Interior of The Register Club\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/The-Register-Club-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/The-Register-Club-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/The-Register-Club-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/The-Register-Club-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/The-Register-Club-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/The-Register-Club-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/The-Register-Club.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Location: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">4<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> floor, Cheval The Edinburgh Grand, 42 St Andrew Square, Edinburgh\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Vibe: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Situated in the historic Royal Bank of Scotland\u2019s former headquarters, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theregisterclub.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Register Club<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> is a contemporary cocktail bar with old-school 1920s charm. Take a seat in the cosy cocktail lounge and choose from a tasty range of signature drinks like The Passion\u2014a passionfruit and mandarin-based drink spiked with gin, sherry, amaro, Earl Grey and honey. The cocktails are expertly crafted by their in-house mixologist, and they also offer breakfast and an afternoon tea menu. The Register Club is a welcome break from the chaos of the street, and it\u2019s one of the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">best cocktail bars in Edinburgh\u2019s city centre<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Must-try cocktail: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Kick \u2013 espresso and stout syrup, amaro, rum and spice.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Panda &amp; Sons<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5195 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Panda-Sons-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Iconic red door exterior of Panda &amp; Sons\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Panda-Sons-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Panda-Sons-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Panda-Sons-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Panda-Sons-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Panda-Sons-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Panda-Sons-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Panda-Sons.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Location: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">79 Queen Street, Edinburgh\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Vibe: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Many of the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">best cocktail bars in Edinburgh<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> are also some of the most acclaimed in the world. But <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pandaandsons.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Panda &amp; Sons<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">was actually officially named <strong>THE world&#8217;s best bar in 2025<\/strong>. <\/span>It\u2019s a tucked-away speakeasy-style bar with barbershop influences. On the surface, it looks quirky, but look a little deeper, and you\u2019ll find a globally recognised award-winning bar. They serve an incredible selection of cocktails that feature cutting-edge techniques like clarification, fat washing, and ultrasonic infusions. Expect classic cocktails, classics with a twist like Margaritas with jalape\u00f1o cordial, and a vast range of their own intriguing creations.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Must-try cocktail: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Red Panda \u2013 gin, lemon, tomato, sriracha, kaffir lime leaf, cucumber, Guinness foam, and Worcestershire sauce.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Uno Mas<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5202 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Uno-Mas-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Interior shot of Uno Mas bar\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Uno-Mas-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Uno-Mas-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Uno-Mas-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Uno-Mas-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Uno-Mas-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Uno-Mas-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Uno-Mas.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Location: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">4 Picardy Place, Edinburgh\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Vibe: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Edinburgh\u2019s best cocktail bars<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> often feature music, and none do it better than <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unomasbar.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Uno Mas<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">. With jam sessions on Wednesdays, live music on Thursdays and DJs on Fridays and Saturdays, Uno Mas has something for everyone. In Spanish, <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">uno mas <\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">means \u2018one more\u2019, and this bar\u2019s got a great cocktail menu to help you do just that. Expect all the classics like the Old Fashioned and Martini, as well as an interesting selection of house drinks. The Funky Town features bourbon, fino sherry, banana, and coconut and it\u2019s always a smash hit.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Must-try cocktail: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">L.E.S \u2013 bourbon, vermouth, amaro and blackberry.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Nauticus Bar<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-15282\" src=\"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wdf-site-themixer-staging\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/gallery-5-2000px-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"nauticus bar edinburgh\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wdf-site-themixer-staging\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/gallery-5-2000px-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wdf-site-themixer-staging\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/gallery-5-2000px-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wdf-site-themixer-staging\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/gallery-5-2000px-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wdf-site-themixer-staging\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/gallery-5-2000px-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wdf-site-themixer-staging\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/gallery-5-2000px.jpg 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Location: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">142 Duke Street, Edinburgh\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Vibe: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Found in Edinburgh\u2019s hip port area, Leith, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/nauticusbar.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Nauticus Bar<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> is a nod to Scottish heritage and the city&#8217;s shipping history. The menu features almost exclusively Scottish products, with a just sprinkling of imports here and there. The space is comfortable and unassuming, but behind the bar, they\u2019re working Scottish cocktail wizardry. The menu is a historical journey through the ages with stops in historical timelines, including the spice route era, gin era, wine trading era and the whiskey boom. With world-class cocktails served in a beautiful and cosy setting, it\u2019s not surprising that Nauticus is among the best bars in the city.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Must-try cocktail: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Porridge Colada \u2013 coconut-washed whisky, local honey, homemade oat milk and pineapple.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Bramble<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-15283\" src=\"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wdf-site-themixer-staging\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/T2A5132-3.jpg\" alt=\"bramble bar edinburgh\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wdf-site-themixer-staging\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/T2A5132-3.jpg 960w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wdf-site-themixer-staging\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/T2A5132-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wdf-site-themixer-staging\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/T2A5132-3-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Location: <\/span><\/b>16a Queen Street, Edinburgh<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vibe<\/strong>: Hidden beneath Queen Street, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bramblebar.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bramble<\/a> is the legendary basement bar that helped put Edinburgh&#8217;s cocktail scene on the global map. Low-lit and understated, Bramble lets its bare brick walls, leather armchairs and cocktail menus bound in old books create a cosy, unpretentious space, full of private nooks and crannies. The bartenders are among the best in the business and are always happy to guide you through the menu or recommend something tailored to your taste.<\/li>\n<li><strong style=\"font-family: 'Work Sans', system-ui, -apple-system, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, 'Noto Sans', 'Liberation Sans', sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Noto Color Emoji'\" data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"570\">Must-try cocktail:<\/strong> Go for the Copita, a current menu favourite made with tequila, turmeric, mandarin, ginger and cinnamon that perfectly showcases Bramble&#8217;s creative spirit. Or simply tell the team what you like and let them work their magic \u2013 it&#8217;s one of the reasons Bramble has earned its locals-love-it reputation and remains one of the best cocktail bars in Edinburgh.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Last Word Saloon<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-15287\" src=\"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wdf-site-themixer-staging\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/last-word-saloon-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"last word saloon\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wdf-site-themixer-staging\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/last-word-saloon-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wdf-site-themixer-staging\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/last-word-saloon-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wdf-site-themixer-staging\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/last-word-saloon-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wdf-site-themixer-staging\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/last-word-saloon-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/test.themixer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wdf-site-themixer-staging\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/last-word-saloon.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Location: <\/span><\/b>44 St Stephen Street, Stockbridge, Edinburgh<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vibe<\/strong>: Founded by the team behind Bramble, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastwordsaloon.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Last Word Saloon<\/a> is a destination for creative cocktails and whisky in the heart of Stockbridge. It&#8217;s designed as a place to relax away from the bustle of Edinburgh&#8217;s city centre, with a warm, welcoming team, a constantly evolving cocktail list and more than 100 whiskies to explore. The village-like setting makes the short walk well worth it if you&#8217;re looking for cocktail bars in Edinburgh beyond the usual city-centre favourites.<\/li>\n<li><strong style=\"font-family: 'Work Sans', system-ui, -apple-system, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, 'Noto Sans', 'Liberation Sans', sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol', 'Noto Color Emoji'\" data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"570\">Must-try cocktail:<\/strong> Try the Little Jack, made with Woven whisky, whisky amaro, pickled plum and soda. The menu describes it as &#8220;fizzy with a hint of savoury fruit&#8221;, making it a perfect choice if you&#8217;re in the mood for something a little different.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Edinburgh is a city that knows how to put on a show. Home to iconic landmarks like Edinburgh Castle and the historic Royal Mile, it offers even more in August, when the world-famous Edinburgh Festival Fringe takes over the city. 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