I spent the day hopping around some great pubs in Edinburgh, each with its own vibe. I kicked things off at Salt Horse for some laid-back craft beer, then headed to the cosy, music-filled Sandy Bell’s. Bow Bar and The Halfway House had that classic old-school Edinburgh charm, and The Jolly Judge felt like a friendly little hideaway. The Blue Blazer and The Hanging Bat mixed tradition with some cracking modern beers. After stops at the chilled-out Teuchters and the lively Fierce Bar, I wrapped things up at the grand Guildford Arms and the Café Royal. Plenty of good pints all round.
Category Archives: Scotland
16/11/24 – Leith
Historic Pubs and Craft Beer in Leith A journey through Leith, Scotland, which showcases its transformation from a historic trading hub to a vibrant cultural centre. Starting from the Roseleaf Bar Café with its unique drinks and vintage ambiance, the tour includes stops at various pubs like Teuchters Landing, Lost In Leith, and the ShoreContinue reading “16/11/24 – Leith”
08/11/23 – Edinburgh
A trip out from Newcastle to Edinburgh. Well known for its literary heritage, cobbled streets and stunning architecture amongst other things. Started here with Vault City’s “Wee Vault”, before heading to Ryrie’s, Thomson’s Bar, Innis & Gunn, The Hanging Bat, Cold Town House, Jolly Judge and Halfway House. A selection of brewery pubs and ones with stunning insides and really interesting and unique.
26/03/22 – Edinburgh
Only a short visit to Edinburgh heading home (only 2 pubs with one being a revisit). Deacon Brodie’s Tavern Located on the Royal Mile, a pub which is named after local villain William Brodie (whom was the real life inspiration for Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde). Great bar set on two floors with a nicelyContinue reading “26/03/22 – Edinburgh”
25/03/22 – Glasgow (Day 3)
The Raven First call of the day was to “The Raven”, situated not far from Glasgow Queen Street station and owned by Cold Town Beer in Edinburgh. A selection of their own beers on Keg (aswell as Cans), aswell as 6 guest keg lines and 3 beers on cask. Went with their own New EnglandContinue reading “25/03/22 – Glasgow (Day 3)”
24/03/22 – Edinburgh and Dunbar
Cafe Royal First point of call in Edinburgh was to Cafe Royal. This is one of the finest Victorian pub interiors in Scotland, dominated by an impressive oval island bar with ornate brass light fittings and magnificent ceramic tiled wall murals of innovators, made by Doulton from pictures by John Eyre. It is also listedContinue reading “24/03/22 – Edinburgh and Dunbar”
23/03/22 – Glasgow (Day 2)
After a morning at Summerlee Museum of Scottish Life I headed back into Glasgow to head to Glasgow. The Pot Still A great traditional bar near to Glasgow Queen Street station and known as one of Scotlands best Whisky Pubs (with over 750 to choose from) Choice of 4 Kelburn Brewery beers on here, IveContinue reading “23/03/22 – Glasgow (Day 2)”
22/03/22 – Aberdeen
After some photographing in the morning after an early start heading up from Glasgow, I got on the train from Dyce into Aberdeen. The Craftsman Company First call was into The Craftsman Company a few minutes walk down the road from the train station. Inside a nice old building, the space is really open inside.Continue reading “22/03/22 – Aberdeen”
21/03/22 – Glasgow Bars (Day 1)
Drum and Monkey After a long journey up from Manchester, with a cancelled train at Carlisle and onto a replacement bus. I eventually arrived at Glasgow Central. The Drum and Monkey is a stonesthrow away from Glasgow Central Station. Owned by Nicholsons, this corner bar is housed in a former bank. A few cask beersContinue reading “21/03/22 – Glasgow Bars (Day 1)”
Micropub Adventures 