Eat, Drink, Support Local.

Enjoy locally made charcuterie, cheese, smoked salmon, beers, whisky, and gin with our new food pairing experiences.

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Take a Tour

Join us for an unforgettable experience in our hand-built distillery.

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Pickering's Gin

Hand-crafted in our small distillery, in the heart of Edinburgh.

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The Broody Hen

Our range of Single Malt and Blended Scotch Whisky matured in selected oak casks.

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Summerhall Distillery is home to Pickering's Gin and The Broody Hen Scotch Whisky.

Pickering's Gin
The Broody Hen Scotch Whisky

Eat, Drink, Support Local.

Join us for flavour-packed food pairings championing brilliant local producers — from charcuterie and cheeses to smoked salmon, small-batch spirits and craft beer.

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Book a Tour

Our award-winning Pickering's gin distillery tours and experiences run Wednesday-Sunday. During the week and at weekend we also run evening cocktail masterclasses and food pairings in partnership with independent local producers.

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Bestsellers

Cunard 4 Queens Gin
The Broody Hen Scotch Whisky

Award Winning Distillery

World Spirit Awards 2015
Actually Made In
The Spirit Business Silver 2015
CWSA Gold Medal 2016
World Spirits Award 2014 Gold
Scottish Tourist Board Tour Badge
Scottish Gin Awards 2017 Excellence in Marketing
The Spirits Business Master 2017
New Zealand Spirit Awards 2019 Double Gold
Gold World Gin Award for Best Scottish Contemporary

Why customers love our gin

The Latest at Summerhall Distillery

The Speakeasy Experience 2025

By Percy Pickering on Jun 05, 2025

The Speakeasy Experience Returns to the Edinburgh Fringe – Back by Popular Demand!Step through the secret door, give the password, and lose yourself in a world of 1920s decadence...  {"height":...

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Pickering's Gin Summer Sale 2025

By Percy Pickering on May 29, 2025

Our summer sale has started early! We’re offering up to 30% off selected bottles of our award-winning Pickering’s Gin and Broody Hen Whisky – but only while stocks last.Whether you're stocking up for garden ...

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World Whisky Day with The Broody Hen

By Percy Pickering on May 21, 2025

World Whisky Day has been and gone but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy delicious whisky cocktails all year round! For those who might not know, we blend our ...

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How is Gin Made - The Craft Behind the Spirit

By Percy Pickering on May 16, 2025

Behind every bottle of gin lies a story. At Summerhall Distillery, it’s one of precision, patience, and a healthy respect for the craft. Making gin isn’t about shortcuts or quick wins — it’s about carefully ...

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Pickering's Gin x Somewhere By Nico Cocktail Fest 2025

By Percy Pickering on May 06, 2025

Image Credit: Six By NicoSomewhere by Nico are in the midst of their inaugural Cocktail Fest. Until the 11th May you can enjoy a £5 Classic Cocktail Menu featu...

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May Cocktail Masterclasses 2025

By Percy Pickering on Apr 30, 2025

Spring has officially sprung, and we’re not just talking about the sunshine peeking through Edinburgh’s clouds. May is the month of wild celebrations, from ancient Beltane rituals to galactic battles in a ga...

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