Cockburns of Leith

Sherry Week Tasting: Discover the Diversity of Sherry
2024-11-06 17:30 - 18:30 (Europe/London) | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Join us for a Sherry Week Tasting as we take you on an adventure to discover the diversity of Sherry!

We’ll be trying different producers; Diatomists and Williams Humbert. This tasting is a great chance to try a variety of styles of sherry, from very crisp and fresh, to rich nutty and intense. Sherry is such an unsung hero of the wine world, and it is wonderful to help highlight the modern sherry revolution. Let’s change perceptions and old ideas of what Sherry can be – come along and find your favourite sherry!

Any purchase of sherry from the 4th-10th November will also come with a jazzy #SherryWeek gift bag! Find out more about our Sherry Week celebrations here.

Sherry Week at Cockburns of Leith
2024-11-04 - 2024-11-10 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
4th – 10th November is Sherry Week! Stay tuned for full details of how we’re celebrating!

Join us to Discover the Diversity of Sherry at our free tasting event on Wednesday 6th November!

Feliz Rioja
2024-11-01 - 2024-11-30
Get ready for a month-long celebration of Rioja Wine with Feliz Rioja at Cockburns of Leith! Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or just looking for the perfect holiday gift, November is all about discovering the wonders of Rioja.

Discover your new favourite winter wine and celebrate the festive season with Rioja! Throughout the month of November, independent retailers, restaurants and wine bars across the UK will be taking part in Feliz Rioja, a month-long celebration of Spain’s finest wine producing region.

We’ll be highlighting our range of Rioja wines, and have some great Rioja freebies to give away too! Get a Rioja gift bag with every Rioja purchase in store, and a Rioja tote bag if you buy two bottles or more!

Get 10% off Rioja Wines throughout November with code RIOJA10.

Champagne Sparkles: An Exploration of Tradition Method Sparkling Wines
2024-10-26 17:30 - 18:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
The countdown to Christmas has begun, and this Friday marks not only 2 months until the big day, but also it is International Champagne Day!
To celebrate, we will have traditional method sparklers open to try this weekend. Join us this Saturday 26th October for an insightful tutor led tasting with none other than our very own Andrew ‘Bubbles’ Barr. Andy will also be able to share some anecdotes from his recent trip to Champagne.
An exploration of our sparkling range, tasting a variety of traditional method sparkling wines, from Spanish Cava and French Crémant, to English Blanc de Blancs and a French Non-Vintage Champagne!

Bordeaux In The 'Burgh Wine Tasting
2024-09-25 17:30 - 18:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Celebrate Bordeaux Wine Month with us!

Journey back to the past with us as we discuss Bordeaux’s history with Edinburgh, the Auld Alliance, and how Cockburns of Leith began. We’ll be looking behind the label, discussing the origins of the name ‘Claret’, and how labelling is evolving. Try some traditional Bordeaux styles as we celebrate our rich history with Bordeaux wines.

RSVP below for your free ticket, and find out more about Bordeaux Wine Month here.

Bordeaux, Or Not Bordeaux Wine Tasting
2024-09-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Celebrate Bordeaux Wine Month with us!

Join us for a blind Bordeaux tasting! Try several different wines completely blind, and see if you can tell which hail from sunny Bordeaux. We’ll be talking about the most common preconceptions of Bordeaux Wine, and discussing the newly permitted grape varieties that were introduced in 2021.

RSVP below for your free ticket, and find out more about Bordeaux Wine Month here.

New In Bordeaux Wine Tasting
2024-09-11 17:30 - 18:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Celebrate Bordeaux Wine Month with us!

This tasting will be showcasing some of our newest Bordeaux wines, as well as some newer styles coming out of Bordeaux. We’ll be discussing the new changes and sustainable practices happening in this historic wine region, and hear about James’ recent trip to Bordeaux!

RSVP below for your free ticket, and find out more about Bordeaux Wine Month here.

Bordeaux Wine Month
2024-09-01 - 2024-09-30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Join us to celebrate Bordeaux Wine Month! Throughout September it’s all about Bordeaux at Cockburns of Leith, with guest wines, giveaways and free tastings!

Find out more here.

Fragrant Drops Tasting
2024-08-31 14:00 - 16:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Fragrant Drops are dropping in as part of our Summer Tasting Series! This is a barrel-top tasting so you can ‘drop’ by at any point in the time window for some samples! Long-time favourites of ours, come along and sample some truly amazing independant bottlings, and meet the lovely Rachel!

You can shop Fragrant Drops online here and visit their website here.

Speciality Drinks Tasting
2024-08-30 14:00 - 18:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Speciality Brands will be in store as part of our Summer Tasting Series! This is a barrel-top tasting so you can drop by at any point in the time window for some samples of rum, tequila and vermouth! We’ve got a wide range of spirits from Speciality, including a range of Cocci vermouths, Tapitio tequila, Port Askaig whisky, and a selection of Taka Maka rums!

Last of the Summer Wine Tasting
2024-08-28 17:30 - 18:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Celebrate the end of August with our Last of the Summer Wine tasting, featuring a delightful selection of rosé, orange, and light red wines. These wines are perfect for those lingering warm evenings, offering fresh and vibrant flavors that capture the essence of the season. From the blush hues of rosé to the intriguing complexity of orange wines and the easy-drinking nature of light reds, drink up Summer while you can.

Reserve your ticket below and come along for a 5:30pm start! Shop rosé and orange wine here.

Holyrood Distillery Tasting
2024-08-24 14:00 - 17:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Holyrood Distillery are coming to Cockburns of Leith as part of our Summer Tasting Series! This is a barrel-top tasting so you can drop by at any point in the time window for some samples!

You can shop Holyrood Distillery online here and visit their website here.

Pocketful of Stones Tasting
2024-08-23 15:00 - 18:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Pocketful of Stones are joining us for a barrel-top tasting as part of our Summer Tasting Series! All the way from Cornwall, come along and try their Caspyn Gin and Lost Mexican Blanco Agave. Both are available in 70cl and 5cl bottles. Drop in any time between 3 and 6pm for a free sample.

Shop Pocketful of Stones online here, and visit their website here.

Pouring Portugal Wine Tasting
2024-08-21 17:30 - 18:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Dive into the rich and diverse wine heritage of Portugal with our Pouring Portugal wine tasting. Sample a variety of Portuguese wines, from the crisp Vinho Verde to the robust reds of the Douro Valley. Learn about the unique grape varieties and winemaking techniques that make Portuguese wines so distinctive and celebrated.

Reserve your ticket below and come along for a 5:30pm start! Shop Portuguese wine here.

Isle of Harris Distillery Tasting
2024-08-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Isle of Harris Distillery are joining us for a barrel-top tasting as part of our Summer Tasting Series! Hailing from the rugged and beautiful Outer Hebrides, this distillery infuses local botanicals like sugar kelp into their gin, capturing the essence of their maritime surroundings. We’ve also got the delicious an eye-catching Hearach Whisky to try. Come along and meet Megan! Drop in any time before 2 and 4pm for a free sample.

“We set out to create the very definition of what a London Dry Gin should be; to do something very simple, but do it to perfection. Lind & Lime Gin is forged from the talent, heritage and industry of Edinburgh and its historic distilling district of Leith. In everything that we produce, our watchword is ‘balance’.”

Shop Isle of Harris Distillery online here, and visit their website here.

Lind & Lime Gin Tasting
2024-08-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Lind & Lime Gin are joining us for a barrel-top tasting as part of our Summer Tasting Series! Come along and try their locally-distilled gin, bursting with lime and pink-peppercorn, and hear about the history and thought that goes into everything from the name to the ingredients to the bottle design and the branding. Drop in any time between 4 and 6pm for a free sample.

“We set out to create the very definition of what a London Dry Gin should be; to do something very simple, but do it to perfection. Lind & Lime Gin is forged from the talent, heritage and industry of Edinburgh and its historic distilling district of Leith. In everything that we produce, our watchword is ‘balance’.”

Shop Lind & Lime online here, and visit their website here.

Around the World Classics Wine Tasting
2024-08-14 17:30 - 18:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Travel the globe with our Around the World Classics wine tasting, showcasing renowned wines from some of the world’s most celebrated wine regions. From classic styles of the Old World to unique wines from newer regions, this tasting will take you on a vinous journey through different terroirs and winemaking traditions.

Reserve your ticket below and come along for a 5:30pm start! Shop wine here.

Tayport Distillery Tasting
2024-08-10 15:00 - 17:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Tayport Distillery are coming to see us as part of our Summer Tasting Series! This is a barrel-top tasting so you can drop by at any point in the time window for some tasty Tayport samples! Think Scots Pine Gin, Madagascan Vanilla Vodka, and a Raspberry Liqueur that tastes like fresh fruit, jam, and summer!

Shop Tayport Distillery online here, and visit their website here.

Annandale Distillery Tasting
2024-08-09 15:30 - 18:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Annandale Distillery are joining us at our barrel-top as part of our Summer Tasting Series! Drop by at any point in the time window for some samples of their Man O’ Words and Man O’ Sword whiskies, plus our own Cockburns of Leith Founders Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky!

You can shop Annandale online here and visit their website here.

Vino de Verano: Spanish Summer Wine Tasting
2024-08-07 17:30 - 18:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Embrace the spirit of Spanish summer with our Vino de Verano wine tasting, featuring a selection of vibrant Spanish wines perfect for this warm August weather. From crisp whites to refreshing reds, we’ll explore the diverse and dynamic world of Spanish wines. Discover new favorites and learn about the rich wine traditions of Spain. We’ll be continuing our Albariño Day celebrations by including an Albariño in our tasting line-up!

Reserve your ticket below and come along for a 5:30pm start! Shop Spanish wine here.

Morrison Distillers Tasting
2024-08-03 15:00 - 17:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Morrison Distillers are coming to see us as part of our Summer Tasting Series! This is a barrel-top tasting so you can drop by at any point in the time window for some samples! We’ll have Mac-Talla, Old Perth, Bruadar and maybe even some of the Càrn Mòr available to sample.

Shop Morrison Distillers online here, (Càrn Mòr here, Mac-Talla here), and visit their website here.

Ardnamurchan Distillery Tasting
2024-08-02 16:00 - 18:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Ardnamurchan Distillery are coming to see us as part of our Summer Tasting Series! This is a barrel-top tasting so you can drop by at any point in the time window for some samples!

Shop Ardnamurchan Distillery online here, and visit their website here.

All About Albariño Wine Tasting
2024-07-31 17:00 - 18:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Join us for an enlightening journey into the world of Albariño, the star white grape of Spain’s Rías Baixas region. Known for its bright acidity, aromatic intensity, and refreshing flavors, Albariño wines are perfect for summer sipping. Our tasting will explore various expressions of this versatile grape, highlighting its citrus, stone fruit, and floral notes.
We’ll be tasting a classic Albariño, a more complex style, an Albariño blend, and even an Albariño rosé!
Reserve your ticket below and come along for a 5pm start!

Find out more about all of our Albariño celebrations here.
You can read our whole Albariño newsletter here, shop Albariño here and find out more about Albariño Day here.

Albariño Day Celebrations
2024-07-29 - 2024-08-11 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Join our Albariño Day Celebrations! We’re celebrating all things Albariño for 2 weeks at Cockburns of Leith. Come along and learn about the Riax Biaxas region and celebrate Albariño day with us! There will be tastings, amazing wines to try, and fun facts galore!

Nestled up in the far north-western corner of Spain by the wind-swept Atlantic coast the wine region of Rías Baixas produces this much admired and popular, elegant white wine.

Our All About Albariño Wine Tasting is 5-6pm on Wednesday 31st July – find out more here
Every bottle of Albariño bought in store will receive a free prize! Take a lucky dip and win some amazing Albariño merch
All of our Albariño wines are 15% off until Monday 12th August! In store and online with code ALBARINODAY
Win an Albariño Picnic Pack! Keep your eyes peeled for Thursday when we’ll announce our Albariño Day GIVEAWAY!
We’ll be opening some more Albariño at our Vino de Verano Spanish Summer Wine Tasting next Wednesday 7th August! Tickets available here.

You can read our whole Albariño newsletter here, shop Albariño here and find out more about Albariño Day here.
