The annual list of the top 50 cocktail bars in the UK for 2024 has been announced, with nine in Scotland including three bars in Glasgow.
One Glasgow bar kept its space on its list, while two new bars were added to the cocktail rankings. Edinburgh bars took five places and includes Panda & Sons, a prohibition styled speakeasy – coming in at number nine on the list.
London dominated the list although the number one slot for British cocktail bar of the year was awarded to Manchester's Schofield's Bar.
Group Director at William Reed, Publisher of Top 50 Cocktail Bars, Chris Lowe said “It’s so exciting to see so many new names on the list which just highlights the breadth of talent there is across the UK.
"London will always have a decent portion of the list, but it is amazing to see so many other cities show up, like Glasgow and Birmingham.
"The list continues to grow to help people discover hidden gems and the UK’s best bartending talent.”
5. Absent Ear, Brunswick Street - No.35
Drinking in the Merchant City already makes you feel posh, imagine how much of a man about town you'll feel like drinking in the exclusive speakeasy basement cocktail bar - very boujee. | Contributed
6. Nauticus, Edinburgh - No.41
Paying homage to the area’s trading heritage, Nauticus pulls Leith’s past into the thrilling, boozy present. Photo: Third Party
7. The Gate, 251 Gallowgate - No.43
The Gate on the Gallowgate, one of Glasgow’s oldest roads which literally led to the gallows back in the day. It’s across from one of the city’s iconic venues, the Barrowland Ballroom, which LCD Soundsystem called their absolute favourite place to have ever played. The Gate does some of the best cocktails in Glasgow with a very limited menu of just toasties. | The Gate
8. Wildcat, Edinburgh - No.46
The Wildcat is a classic cocktail bar in Tollcross in Edinburgh run by two 'old-school bartenders' with a 'passion for good drinks'. | Contributed