Evolution of Gin and Underground Gin Tasting in Edinburgh

A guided gin tasting in Edinburgh that follows the spirit's development from its early days to the style drunk today. The session is hosted at CoDE Pod – THE CoURT on Parliament Square.

This outing is a guided tasting session in which four gins with clearly different flavour profiles are sampled in turn, showing how the spirit has changed over time. Each gin is introduced by the guide, who explains its place in the history of gin as the session moves forward.

The tasting takes place in The Lost Close, a space beneath Edinburgh's old prison that was uncovered only in 2018 and is used exclusively for this experience. Three mixers are provided, so each guest can pair the gins with their preferred tastes and build their own serve. Service animals are permitted, and public transport is available nearby. The experience is not suitable for pregnant visitors.

The tasting suits visitors passing through Edinburgh who want a structured introduction to gin, as well as groups of friends looking for a shared activity. The Lost Close supplies the experience, which is delivered in English.