WELCOME TO HEADS & TALES…
We are one of Edinburgh’s true hidden gems. At heart, we are a gin bar and enjoy experimenting with different gins to create truly fantastic cocktails and classic gin and tonics. We don’t just stop at gin – whether it’s spirits, beers, wines or soft drinks we work with local Scottish suppliers to bring you the best of the best from across the country. Whether it’s a night out with friends, an intimate date or that after-work rant, Heads & Tales is the perfect confidante!
We are a unique venue; a perfect mix of relaxed yet fun, cosy yet open, oh, did we mention the two Edinburgh Gin stills Flora and Caledonia? Come down and introduce yourself to them! A warm welcome awaits in keeping with Scottish hospitality and tradition. Our ‘tenders are passionate, knowledgeable and like nothing more than “talking shop” and assisting you in choosing a drink from our extensive menu or making a bespoke concoction to suit your tastes.
THE HOME OF EDINBURGH GIN
Heads & Tales is the home of Edinburgh Gin who have installed two stills, 1 column and 1 pot still within the bar, named Flora & Caledonia. This gives you the rare opportunity to see gin distilling while you relax over a cocktail or two. Sharing this fantastic space with Edinburgh Gin and their new distillery (supported by Heriot Watt University) allows our team of top bartenders the opportunity to share knowledge, try new recipes and a mixture of old and new styles of gin. Come down to Heads & Tales to see the teams at work.
Click on the icon below to visit the Edinburgh Gin Distillery website…
OUR MENUS
Our bartenders are reknowned for their skill in cocktail creation & celebration! They have spent many hours working tirelessly to produce a drinks list celebrating the gods of Juniper and a few others in a supporting category. Our cocktails are a mixture of classic, contemporary and innovative – something for everyone.
For those who do not fancy a mixed drink, we have a wide array of beers, wines, spirits and premium softs. Many of our drinks feature Heads & Tales’ very own infusions and syrups – made by our ‘tenders with fresh, local ingredients. Our method is simple: take the best ingredients, add the time & love of our bartenders, shake well and pour.
We don’t just have your thirst covered; our kitchen is serving up a whole host of tasty bites and delights to keep you fueled up. In-keeping with our values, everything is produced locally and freshly prepared every day.
Please note our menus change on a monthly basis and the menus shown are only samples.
RESERVE A SPACE
If you have that special occasion that requires a little seclusion, we have three booths available to reserve in advance of your arrival. These booths are both intimate and comfortable and will accommodate eight to twelve people.
Or perhaps you are looking for something much more exclusive and are interested in hiring the entire venue!? From work nights out to film launches – we’ve simply seen it all. For more information click here
LATEST MUMBLINGS…
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Colours and Carousels couldn’t have had a better experience
Read about the delicious GIY cocktails and fantastic nibbles that Colours and Carousels enjoyed in a warm and cosy environment!
Find Us
Looking for a bit of fun and friendly banter, why not come and find us at…
Heads & Tales Bar
Featuring the Edinburgh Gin Distillery
1a Rutland Place, Edinburgh, EH1 2AD
Call: 0131 656 2811 . Email: [email protected]
Opening Hours
Thursday – Saturday 5pm – 3am
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