So, get this – THREE Scottish cocktail bars have been named among the best in the world by The Pinnacle, this fancy global ranking thing. And guess what? These bars aren’t just any old watering holes, they’re rubbing shoulders with the big shots in London, Sydney, Singapore, Paris, and Los Angeles. Yeah, you heard that right!
According to The Pinnacle, these bars were graded on a scale of one to three pins, with one pin meaning they were “excellent,” two pins for “outstanding,” and three pins for “exceptional.” And let me tell you, these three Scottish bars really knocked it out of the park.
First up, we’ve got Hey Palu in Edinburgh, sitting pretty on Bread Street. People on Tripadvisor are loving it, giving it a stellar 4.8 out of 5 in 82 reviews. One person even said, “Hey Palu is SUCH a vibe! My husband and I met some friends here for pre-dinner drinks and had an absolute blast trying out their cocktails.”
Next on the list is Panda & Sons, also in Edinburgh, and boy, oh boy, do people love this place. With a solid 4.5 out of 5 from 1153 reviews, it’s clear that this speakeasy-style bar is a hit. One patron gushed, “Panda & Sons is hands down one of the best cocktail bars in Edinburgh! The entrance through a former barbershop adds a fun touch, and the cocktails are absolutely amazing.”
Last but certainly not least, we have The American Bar at Gleneagles in Auchterarder, which also scored two pins for being outstanding. With its dark but not depressing vibe and expertly crafted cocktails, it’s no wonder why this bar made the cut.
So yeah, these Scottish cocktail bars are really making a name for themselves on the global stage. Who would’ve thought that little old Scotland could hold its own against the likes of London and Paris? But hey, when you’ve got bars like Hey Palu, Panda & Sons, and The American Bar at Gleneagles, anything is possible. Cheers to that!
