The first ever bottle of Holyrood Distillery’s inaugural release, bottled at 46.1% abv, which includes a bespoke label and box that is only included in the One of One Auction.

Inspired by Edinburgh's rich brewing and distilling heritage, the inaugural release brings sweet and spice together, while surprising with the smoothness of a young whisky. On the palate, sweet; prominent spice; digestive biscuits followed by that juicy raisin, while finishing with vanilla, and hints of rum.

Drawing on Edinburgh’s rich brewing heritage, the bespoke bottle avoids whisky cliche and leans into something a little more local, putting the already iconic Holyrood hourglass front and centre. The distinctive beer bottle silhouette and brown glass pay tribute to a once-bustling glassworks located at Baileyfield, not too far from the distillery, while the bold typography and unique shape of the label are decidedly forward-looking in their design.

Holyrood Distillery was established in 2019, in the heart of Edinburgh’s Southside. Housed in a historic building once part of Edinburgh’s Innocent Railway, they are committed to pushing the boundaries of Scotch whisky making. They combine traditional whisky production techniques with those of craft brewing, re-examining both method and raw materials, to create modern innovative whiskies that reflect the city’s rich brewing heritage.

Holyrood Distillery's inaugural release marks the start of their single malt release journey. A journey with each release different from the previous, embodying their innovative approach to traditional Scotch whisky production. Their whiskies are a reflection of our Edinburgh pride, rooted in the city’s heritage, and personified by its modern, progressive culture.