Edinburgh’s Grassmarket is set to transform into a craft beer haven on Saturday, 9 November, as Cold Town House hosts its autumnal beer festival.
This intimate gathering will showcase nine of Scotland’s most innovative breweries, offering a diverse array of seasonal brews perfect for the cooler months.
From Edinburgh’s own Campervan and Vault City to Glasgow’s Up Front Brewing, and reaching as far as Aberdeen’s Fierce Beer, the festival promises a comprehensive taste of Scotland’s thriving craft beer scene.
A highlight of the event will be the debut of a collaborative Smoked Session Stout, a joint creation by Cold Town Beer and Fierce Beer, boasting a 4.8% ABV.Visitors can expect more than just tastings.
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The festival offers a rare glimpse into Cold Town’s microbrewery, with head brewer Hayley Ransome available to share insights. Adding to the ambiance, local musicians Jodie Differ and Darren McElver will provide acoustic performances throughout the afternoon.
To complement the liquid offerings, attendees can savor a variety of street food options, including Cold Town’s famous Neapolitan pizzas.
This six-hour celebration, running from noon to 6 pm, aims to create a cozy, autumnal atmosphere in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic district, perfect for beer enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike.
Hayley Ransome, Head Brewer at Cold Town Brewery, said: “After the smashing success of our first event earlier this year, the Grassmarket Craft Beer Festival is back for round two!
“This time, we’re bringing you a more intimate experience, with local breweries showcasing the finest of their seasonal brews, whilst accompanied by some cosy, autumnal acoustic sets by local musicians.
“Since opening our doors in 2019, Cold Town House has quickly made its name as the home of Cold Town Beer, as well as one of Scotland’s most popular craft beer bars and live entertainment venues.
“We’re really proud to have our very own taproom and iconic roof terrace with stunning views of Edinburgh Castle.”
Hayley added: “At our inaugural festival in May, we saw around 250 craft beer lovers descend on Cold Town House to experience some of the best brews being produced by Scotland’s craft beer industry right now.
“The Grassmarket is the original home of craft brewing in Edinburgh, dating back to the 18th century, so we’re determined to celebrate that heritage, as well as introducing some fresh and innovative creations for today’s craft beer drinker.”
Calum Bell from Campervan brewery commented: “The Campervan Brewery crew are really excited to be joining a brilliant group of independent brewers from up and down the country at the Grassmarket Craft Beer Festival.
“Boutique events like this are the lifeblood of the industry and give us all a chance to showcase our freshest releases and chat all things beer to our supporters and passionate beer fans. Having the festival in the heart of Edinburgh is fantastic – so see you all there!”
Lucy Stevens from Closet brewery added: “As a tiny local brewery, Grassmarket Craft Beer Festival is the exact sort of event we love, showcasing some of the most exciting breweries about at the moment.
“Cold Town has created the perfect opportunity for breweries like us to share their beers with a brand new audience and we can’t wait to bring a few fan favourites to the table.”
Cold Town House is located at 4 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2JU
Tickets prices for this autumn’s Grassmarket Craft Beer Festival can be purchased for just £10 per person and include entry to the event, a commemorative glass and a half pint token.
For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://grassmarketbeerfest.com
For more information on Cold Town Brewery, go to coldtownbeer.com and for Cold Town House, go to coldtownhouse.co.uk.
Cold Town House and Cold Town Brewery is owned and operated by the Edinburgh-based Signature Group, a leading Scottish hospitality company made up of over 20 bars, restaurants, hotels and a brewery, including Edinburgh’s McLarens on the Corner, Copper Blossom, The Rutland, The Huxley, Kyloe and Badger & Co. For more information on Signature Group, go to signaturepubs.co.uk.
