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A LITTLE BIT OF ITALY. A LOT OF LEITH.
Independent spirits. Italian aperitivo. Unapologetic hospitality.

BOLD SPIRITS. NO COMPROMISES.

Crafted in Leith. Inspired by Italian aperitivo culture. Discover our independent spirits, vermouths and aperitifs. Made for good drinks and even better company.

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NOT MADE TO BLEND IN.

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Born in Leith. Inspired by Italy.

Old Poison is an independent cocktail bar with built in micro distillery and bottle shop where Italian aperitivo culture meets Edinburgh attitude.

We make bold spirits, mix proper cocktails and bring people together over good drinks.

No fuss. No pretence. Just great flavours, good company and a little bit of mischief.

A little bit of Italy. A lot of Leith.

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THE BAR. THE DRINKS.
THE GOOD TIMES.

Italian aperitivo. Bold cocktails. Proper Leith hospitality.

Discover our independent cocktail bar and our micro distillery in the heart of Leith, Edinburgh.

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TASTE THE SPIRIT OF LEITH.

Step inside Old Poison for a guided tasting of our independent spirits and Italian-inspired aperitifs. Discover the flavours, stories and craft behind every bottle.

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