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Sian Traynor

Edinburgh pub that can print your face on a cocktail named as 'best in UK'

An Edinburgh pub has been named 'best in the UK' after going up against hundreds of other venues around the country.

The Barologist was the only bar in Scotland to be mentioned at the Greene King event, with the pub chain naming the capital bar as one to beat.

Located on Commercial Street in Leith, the bar has always been popular with locals, with many remembering their unusual selling point of being able to print your face or design on a cocktail.

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As well as an extensive food menu, the Barologist is also known for their impressive cocktails and beer selection.

Praised at the Greene King Night of Excellence Awards at the weekend, the pub was named 'Best pub in the UK' as well as bagging 'Innovation pub of the year'.

According to DRAM, the awards ceremony was held in Northamptonshire, and saw representatives from all over the hospitality industry.

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Speaking about their achievement, Andrena Smith-Bowes and Jamie Mackinnon of The Barologist, said, “Words cannot express how delighted I am to have won not one but three awards at the Night of Excellence awards, including Pub of the Year!

“When we opened The Barologist in 2018 I wanted to create a brilliant and unique pub experience – winning these three awards shows we have done just that.

“I would like to dedicate all three of the awards we have won to the brilliant team at The Barologist – this award is a thanks to you and the amazing work you do.”

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