Cockburns of Leith

Meet the Maker Tasting with Sandridge Barton
2024-11-08 17:30 - 19:00 (Europe/London) | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Come along for a barrel-top tasting as we’re joined by the wine maker from Sandridge Barton, the home of Sharpham Wine. Hear all about their wine making and try some delicious English wines! This is a unique chance to meet the maker of the wines as you taste them – not to be missed!

Crafty Distillery Tasting
2024-11-15 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-12-20 15:00 - 18:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Crafty Distillery are a heavily awarded scottish craft distillery known for their dedication to innovation & quality. They are joining us for two barrel top-tastings, where you’ll get to sample their Hills & Harbour Gin, Hills & Harbour Distilled Gin Cocktail, and 24Seven Vodka. David from Crafty Distillery will be with us from 3-6pm on both Friday 15th November and Friday 20th December, we look forward to seeing you there!

About Crafty Distillery:
BUILT TO CRAFT: Their modern distillery was designed to deliver a modern grain to glass set up which would allow them to create any spirit they turn our hand to, and create an inspiring and unique home to celebrate their products and the region that drives their character.

OUR MISSION: Their customers are the beating heart of their uniquely inclusive approach, ensuring they deliver on their mission; ‘To create tasty & honest spirits for everyone who likes a tipple’.

WHAT IT MEANS TO BE ‘CRAFTY’: To be ‘Crafty’ is to live for new ideas that elevate them beyond the trends and norms of their industry, so they can create world-class spirits & experiences for everyone to enjoy.

“Founded in 2017 by Graham Taylor, Crafty Distillery has earned a reputation for delivering big on quality & taste. Creative thinking and hard work sit at the core of what it takes to deliver on the promise of ‘craft’. Built by his father Billy, our unique and modern distillery, is like no other. Set on a hillside with far reaching views to the Galloway Hills, our warm and inviting tasting room is the perfect place to relax and enjoy our range of tasty spirits. Every year we welcome over 25,000 visitors to learn the secrets of our process.”

Shop Crafty Distillery Here

Beaujolais Nouveau Day
2024-11-21 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Le Beaujolais Nouveau arrive!
The countdown to Beaujolais Nouveau Day is on! It’s not so long ago that planes, trains and automobiles raced to bring the latest Beaujolais to Scotland each year. Delivery is now comfortably in advance, but we still can’t wait to share the latest vintage with you, fresh from our friends at Domaines Dominique Piron.
Our limited amount of Beaujolais Villages Nouveau will be available to buy in store from Thursday 21st November (coincidentally also the day of our Festive Tasting, so expect to see it flowing there too!
You can pre-order and reserve bottles in advance this year, ready to collect/be delivered on the day (and not a minute before!

#BeaujolaisNouveauDay has become a world-wide celebration of the release of Beaujolais Nouveau – a red wine from Beaujolais in the Burgundy region of France. By law, the annual release of Beaujolais Nouveau takes place at precisely 12.01 am on the third Thursday of November. This liberation of the young red wine, made with Gamay grapes harvested just six to eight weeks before bottling, is accompanied by fireworks, music and festivities in Beaujolais. It’s an excuse for a party in towns and cities in France as bars and restaurants offer Beaujolais to customers for the night and then often for a limited period after – this isn’t a wine that keeps for long!

Reserve your Beaujolais Nouveau 2024 Wine:
To reserve your bottle(s) of Beaujolais Nouveau 2024, RSVP to this event (1 RSVP = 1 bottle held aside for you). Simply show your RSVP in store when you come in to pay for your order!

Join us in store:
We’ll be celebrating Beaujolais Nouveau Day with a Beaujolais Brunch this Thursday! As we’re closing early for our Festive Showcase, we will be open (with samples of Beaujolais open too) from 10am – 1pm!

Feliz Rioja Drop-In Tasting
2024-11-30 10:00 - 19:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or just looking for the perfect gift, November is all about discovering the wonders of Rioja. To celebrate the last day of Feliz Rioja, we’ll have a range of our Rioja wines open to sample all day. Come along for the last day of 10% off all Rioja Wines and get some free Feliz Rioja gift and tote bags!

Burns Night Wine & Whisky Tasting
2025-01-23 17:30 - 19:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Join Cockburns of Leith for a free wine and whisky tasting to celebrate Burns Night! Taking place the Thursday before Burns Night, this event is the perfect opportunity to explore a selection of wines and whiskies to pair with your Saturday celebrations.

Whether you’re hosting a Burns supper or simply looking to toast the Bard, we will guide you through the ideal wines and whiskies to pair with your haggis, neeps and tatties. We might even crack open some Haggis chocolate from the Chocolate Tree!

No booking required but you can RSVP below!

This event is now full, but if you would like to come along, send us an email and we will let you know if a space becomes available.

You can view the tasting notes for this event here.

Valentines Wines & Chocolate Tasting
2025-02-12 17:30 - 19:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
We all know wine & chocolate is a match made in heaven, and what better time to indulge in this perfect pairing than on Valentines Day! 🍷💝🍫💕
Join us for a free Valentines Wines & Chocolate Tasting and explore our range of fine wines and artisanal chocolate. Whether you’re celebrating with a loved one or stocking up for your Galentines celebrations, this tasting is the perfect way to embrace the season of love.
We’ve selected four exceptional wines, each expertly paired with handcrafted chocolates from Chocolate Tree, Scotland’s award-winning chocolatiers. Expect a journey of rich flavours, from delicate rosés to deep, velvety reds, perfectly complemented by exquisite single-origin and bean-to-bar chocolates.
On the menu:
💕 Jansz Premium Sparkling Rosé – A méthode traditionnelle rosé from Tasmania, bursting with strawberries and floral notes, paired with Lemon & Poppy Seed White Chocolate.
💕 Château Routas Rosé – A classic Provençal rosé, crisp and aromatic, matched with Lemon & Poppy Seed White Chocolate.
💕 Le Tense Sassella – A refined Nebbiolo from Valtellina, offering red fruit and spice, beautifully complemented by Peru Marañón Milk Chocolate.
💕 Château Grand Tuillac Elegance – A plush, right-bank Bordeaux with dark fruit and a touch of oak, paired with Sea Salt & Caramel Dark Chocolate.
📅 Date: Wednesday 12th February, 5:30pm
📍 Location: Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street
🎟 Tickets: RSVP to secure your free spot below!
Whether you’re raising a glass to love, friendship, or simply great wine and chocolate, we’d look forward to celebrating with you!

Women in Wine Tasting
2025-03-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
March is the month to celebrate women! From International Women’s Day on the 8th, to Mother’s Day on the 30th, the Women’s Six Nations and Women’s History Month, we thought it would be the perfect opportunity to spotlight some of our incredible producers who are pioneering female winemakers and trailblazing women in wine.

Join us on Wednesday 19th March for our free Women in Wine Tasting! Come along to Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, where we’ll be sampling some delicious wines, and celebrating the women that make them! This tasting event will start at 5:30pm, and usually lasts about an hour, though you will be welcome to stay and browse until we close at 7pm.

You can explore our selection of female-made and owned wines on our Women in Wine page. Join us in raising a glass to these amazing women in wine, and the amazing women in our own lives this month!

T&Cs: Over 18s only. Please arrive promptly, if you arrive after the event starts you may miss out on some samples. Please arrive at 5:30pm, we usually allow 10 minutes for everyone to arrive then begin. This is a standing event in our store, if you require a chair, or would be more comfortable with one, please alert a member of our team.

New In For Spring Wine Tasting
2025-04-16 17:30 - 19:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Edinburgh has been treating us to some gorgeous Spring weather recently!

In the spirit of ‘New in for Spring’:

We’ve got a fresh line-up of new wines and spirits that we can’t wait to share with you!
A Spring Sale is on the way, featuring 12 brand new wines!
We’ve got a free April wine tasting to give you a chance to try some of them!

Join us on Wednesday 16th April at 5:30pm to try some of our new sale wines and celebrate Spring with us!

T&Cs: Over 18s only. Please arrive promptly, if you arrive after the event starts you may miss out on some samples. Please arrive at 5:30pm, we usually allow 10 minutes for everyone to arrive then begin. This is a standing event in our store, if you require a chair, or would be more comfortable with one, please alert a member of our team.

May Wine Tasting!
2025-05-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Join us in store to taste five exciting new wines that we have added to our shelves at Cockburns of Leith this month!
You’ll get to sample wines of various styles from across the world, learn about their production and get food pairing recommendations – all for free!
Reserve your spot below.
T&Cs: Over 18s only. Please arrive promptly, if you arrive after the event starts you may miss out on some samples. We usually allow 10 minutes for everyone to arrive then begin. This is a standing event in our store. If you require a chair, or would be more comfortable with one, please alert a member of our team.

Summer Sipping - Free Wine Tasting
2025-06-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Our next free tasting event will take place on Wednesday 25th June from 6-7pm. Join us in store to try a selection of five summery wines. Book your free ticket below!
T&Cs: Over 18s only. Please arrive promptly for 6pm, if you arrive after the event starts you may miss out on some samples. We usually allow 10 minutes for everyone to arrive. This is a standing event in our store, if you require a chair, or would be more comfortable with one, please alert a member of our team.

31 Days of German Wine: Free In-Store Tasting
2025-07-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
This July we will be joining lots of other businesses across the UK in participating in the 31 Days of German Wine campaign, to promote the wonderful range of wine produced in the country!
To celebrate, our free in-store tasting in July will be a German wine exclusive!
Join us from 6-7pm on Wednesday 9th July to sample a selection of German wines, covering a range of styles, including still, sparkling and a non-alcoholic option!
T&Cs: Over 18s only. Please arrive promptly – if you arrive after the event starts you may miss out on some samples. This is a standing event. If you require a chair, or would be more comfortable with one, please alert a member of our team. Photographs and videos may be taken at this event. Speak to a member of our team if you wish to be excluded from any images published on our website or social media channels.

Albariño Day 2025
2025-08-01 15:00 - 18:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Friday 1st August is Albariño Day!
Pop into our store on Frederick Street anytime from 3-6pm to sample a selection of Albariños from Spain’s Rías Baixas region, no need to book a ticket!

T&Cs: Over 18s only. This is a standing event in our store, if you require a chair, or would be more comfortable with one, please alert a member of our team.

Holyrood Distillery Barrel Top Tasting
2025-08-02 14:00 - 17:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Our Friends at Holyrood Distillery are showcasing there beautiful liquids on Saturday 2nd August from 2pm. A Barrel top tasting just drop in and try some lovely whisky.
Ambir Rich and sweet
Embra Smoky and Brooding
Holyrood Distillery was established in 2019 in the centre of Edinburgh’s historic old town. In 2025, Holyrood Distillery was awarded the prestigious global Icons of Whisky ‘Distiller of the Year’ award at the World Whiskies Awards. Holyrood Distillery pride themselves on our innovative approach to distilling, inspired by Edinburgh’s rich brewing history.
T&Cs: Over 18s only. This is a standing event in our store, if you require a chair, or would be more comfortable with one, please alert a member of our team.

Lind & Lime Barrel Top Tasting
2025-08-22 15:00 - 18:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Join us in store on Friday 22nd August for a barrel top tasting with Peidigh from Lind & Lime! Drop into the shop anytime from 3-6pm to sample their gin, table whisky and white strawberry negroni, no booking required and the event is free to attend.

Blind Summit Barrel Top Tasting
2025-08-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Join us in store on Tuesday 26th August to celebrate the launch of Blind Summit’s lastest release of whiskies. Co-founder Jamie will be here to host a barrel top tasting, with their three new single malts and the second edition of the Lochend Blend open to try. This is a free drop-in event starting at 4pm.

End of Summer Wine Tasting
2025-09-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Join us in store for our End of Summer wine tasting, where the Cockburns team will be selecting their favourite wines of the season for you to sample!
Book your free ticket below!
T&Cs: Over 18s only. Please arrive promptly – if you arrive after the event starts you may miss out on some samples. This is a standing event. If you require a chair, or would be more comfortable with one, please alert a member of our team. Photographs and videos may be taken at this event. Speak to a member of our team if you wish to be excluded from any images published on our website or social media channels.

All Things Fizz! Sparkling Wine Tasting
2025-10-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
This month’s free wine tasting will be a sparking wine special. We will have five different styles of fizz from a range of countries open for you to taste and talk through the different production methods and tasting notes of each wine!
Join us in store from 6-7pm on Wednesday 8th October. Book your free ticket below!
T&Cs: Over 18s only. Please arrive promptly – if you arrive after the event starts you may miss out on some samples. This is a standing event. If you require a chair, or would be more comfortable with one, please alert a member of our team. Photographs and videos may be taken at this event. Speak to a member of our team if you wish to be excluded from any images published on our website or social media channels.

Diatomists Sherry Tasting
2025-11-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Join us in store from 6-7pm on Wednesday 5th November to celebrate Sherry Week 2025!
We will be opening a selection of sherries from the producer Diatomists. Founded by three friends with a shared love for the wines of Jerez, Diatomists create a wonderful selection of sherries, ranging from dry Fino to sweet Pedro Ximénez.
Find out how sherry is made and learn about the different styles and suggested pairings! We will start the evening with a sherry cocktail, followed by four different samples.
Book your free ticket below!
T&Cs: Over 18s only. Please arrive promptly – if you arrive after the event starts you may miss out on some samples. This is a standing event. If you require a chair, or would be more comfortable with one, please alert a member of our team. Photographs and videos may be taken at this event. Speak to a member of our team if you wish to be excluded from any images published on our website or social media channels.

Delheim Wines: Tasting with Nora Sperling-Thiel
2025-11-08 17:00 - 18:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
We are excited to have Nora Sperling-Thiel, Co-Director of South African producer Delheim Wines, joining us in store on Saturday 8th November! Nora will guide us through a tasting of some of our favourite wines from Delheim and tell all about the company’s story!
Book your free ticket below!
T&Cs: Over 18s only. Please arrive promptly – if you arrive after the event starts you may miss out on some samples. This is a standing event. If you require a chair, or would be more comfortable with one, please alert a member of our team. Photographs and videos may be taken at this event. Speak to a member of our team if you wish to be excluded from any images published on our website or social media channels.

Rose Murray Brown Book Signing
2025-11-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Join us at Cockburns of Leith to celebrate the launch of ‘A Taste for Wine’, the latest book from Rose Murray Brown, Master of Wine!
Tickets include a copy of Rose’s book, which she will sign for you in the shop, and a selection of wine samples from Cockburns of Leith. Please arrive between 3-3:30pm to collect your book, have it signed and enjoy your wine samples!
Tickets on sale now: BOOK NOW
One of just 422 Masters of Wine in the world, Rose Murray Brown has over two decades of experience in working in the wine industry, ranging from organsing wine events to cunsultancy and teaching. She is an accomplished wine expert and award winning journalist. Her new book ‘A Taste for Wine’ is a wonderful comprehensive guide to wine tasting, covering a range of important grapes and wine styles as well as recommending wineries to visit around the world.
T&Cs: Over 18s only. Photographs and videos may be taken at this event. Speak to a member of our team if you wish to be excluded from any images published on our website or social media channels.

Festive Wine & Spirits Tasting
2025-11-20 17:00 - 20:30 | The Place Hotel, 34-36 York Pl, Edinburgh, EH1 3HU, United Kingdom
The Cockburns of Leith Festive Wine & Spirits Tasting will be held on Thursday 20th November at The Place Hotel!
We’re excited to bring this event back for 2025 and celebrate the festive season with you all. We’re returning to the Place Hotel this year after such a successful event in this beautiful space, with an amazing selection of over 100 wines to sample over the evening! We’ll also be joined by some of our amazing spirit suppliers . . . announcements to come!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Our tasting is perfectly timed to assist with all your wine needs for the upcoming festive period, so come along and enjoy an evening of wine tasting and celebration. We have wines and spirits to suit all palates, budgets and occasions, so you’re bound to discover a new favourite tipple. We will be showing some house classics, amongst some newer wines amongst a range of specially selected wines from around the globe,
Come along and get in the festive spirit with us, we can’t wait to see you there!

Tickets now on sale! Get yours here.

We look forward to seeing you then!

*T&C’s apply. Please note that attendees must be 18 and over to attend this event. Unfortunately this venue is not wheelchair accessible.

Speciality Brands Barrel-Top Tasting at Cockburns of Leith
2025-12-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Join Angus from Speciaility Brands to try some great tequilas, mezcals, rums, vermouths. Angus will be pouring samples in store from 4-6pm on Friday 12th December. Drop by the shop for some fun and spirited conversation!
Free to attend and no booking required!

Isle of Raasay Hebridean Distillers barrel-top tasting
2025-12-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Join us for an exploration of the wonderful gin and whisky from Isle of Raasay distillers! Come by the store from 4-6pm to sample a selection of their products!
Free to attend and no booking required.

Holyrood Distillery Barrel-top tasting at Cockburns of Leith
2025-12-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Fin from Holyrood Distillery will be joining is for a drop-in barrel-top tasting on Friday 19th December!
Come by the store from 4-6pm to sample a selection of whiskies distilled here in Edinburgh! Free to attend and no booking required.

When in Rome Italian Wine Tasting
2026-02-05 17:30 - 18:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
We are kicking off 2026 with a series of wine tastings inspired by Scotland’s upcoming Six Nations matches!
Up first is Italy! Join us in store on Thursday 5th February to taste a selection of five wines from across Italy. Free to attend – book your free ticket below!
T&Cs: Over 18s only. Please arrive promptly – if you arrive after the event starts you may miss out on some samples. This is a standing event. If you require a chair, or would be more comfortable with one, please alert a member of our team. Photographs and videos may be taken at this event. Speak to a member of our team if you wish to be excluded from any images published on our website or social media channels.

English Wine Tasting
2026-02-12 17:30 - 18:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Join us in store on Thursday 12th February as we continue our tasting series inspired by Scotland’s Six Nations matches!
This week we will be tasting a selection of five English wines, covering sparkling, white, orange and red. Free to attend – book your free ticket below!
T&Cs: Over 18s only. Please arrive promptly – if you arrive after the event starts you may miss out on some samples. This is a standing event. If you require a chair, or would be more comfortable with one, please alert a member of our team. Photographs and videos may be taken at this event. Speak to a member of our team if you wish to be excluded from any images published on our website or social media channels.

French Wine Tasting
2026-03-05 17:30 - 18:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Next up in our Six Nations tasting series is France! Join us in store on Thursday 5th February from 5:30pm – 6:30pm to try a selection of wines from different regions across France!
Free to attend – book your spot below!
T&Cs: Over 18s only. Please arrive promptly – if you arrive after the event starts you may miss out on some samples. This is a standing event. If you require a chair, or would be more comfortable with one, please alert a member of our team. Photographs and videos may be taken at this event. Speak to a member of our team if you wish to be excluded from any images published on our website or social media channels.

Wines of Australia Tasting
2026-03-12 17:30 - 18:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Our next tasting will be an explorations of Australian wines! Join us in store on Thursday 12th March from 5.30-6.30pm. We will sample five different wines, including sparkling, white and red, from various growing regions across the country.
Free to attend – book your spot below!
T&Cs: Over 18s only. Please arrive promptly – if you arrive after the event starts you may miss out on some samples. This is a standing event. If you require a chair, or would be more comfortable with one, please alert a member of our team. Photographs and videos may be taken at this event. Speak to a member of our team if you wish to be excluded from any images published on our website or social media channels.

South American Wine Tasting
2026-03-18 17:30 - 18:30 | Cockburns of Leith, 48a Frederick Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1EX, United Kingdom
Join the team at Cockburns of Leith and explore the wines of South America, with wines from Chile and Argentina. We will sample a selection of wines with different styles and varieties. Join us in store in Wednesday 18th March from 5:30pm to 6:30pm at our Frederick Street store.
Free to attend – book your spot below!
T&Cs: Over 18s only. Please arrive promptly – if you arrive after the event starts you may miss out on some samples. This is a standing event. If you require a chair, or would be more comfortable with one, please alert a member of our team. Photographs and videos may be taken at this event. Speak to a member of our team if you wish to be excluded from any images published on our website or social media channels.
