THE PUB
WELCOME TO THE KESSOCK PUB!
SIP ON HAND CRAFTED COCKTAILS, FINE WINES, BEERS AND WHISKIES, WHILE BASKING IN THE STUNNING VIEWS OF THE BEAULY FIRTH AND THE HIGHLANDS.
Catch up with your mates and relax!
Traditional Scottish pubs, originating from medieval inns and alehouses, are vital community hubs with roots tracing back centuries. These venues have traditionally been integral to Scottish social life, serving as gathering places that bridged different social classes and facilitated the consumption of local whisky and ales.
And for almost 200 years, the North Kessock Hotel has been proud to be part of this rich history, being among the first public houses and inns on the Black Isle.
Here, you will find knowledgeable staff, eager to help you find just the right drink to create the perfect experience!
The Pub is open:
Monday to Thursday -11am to 10pm
Friday and Saturday - 11am to 11pm
Sunday - 12pm to 10pm
Fancy a dram? We have an extensive whisky list.
Fancy a glass of wine? We have an impressive international wine list.
And we are pleased to feature hand crafted cocktails boasting fresh ingredients, house made syrups and quality spirits!
Explore all of our offerings below (mocktails and 0% beers also available!). Additionally, we have a rotating wine list that also offers options from around the world, both by the glass and by the bottle.
Signature Classic Cocktails
SIGNATURE CLASSICS
OLD FASHIONED - Bourbon, Sugar Syrup, Angostura Bitters, Luxardo Cherry, Expression of Lemon and Orange Peel
A true classic. Over 200 years old. The first “cocktail.” Spirit forward with a hint of sweet and citrus to balance it out. Pay attention while you drink, the flavours open up beautifully as the drink aerates and dilutes.
ESPRESSO MARTINI - Vanilla Vodka, Kahlúa, Bailey’s, Highland Roast Espressso
Cold, frothy, with just a hint of sweet vanilla. Freshly made espresso for that perfect coffee finish. A great way to start the night, and an even better way to finish it.
PASSIONFRUIT MARTINI - Vodka, Passionfruit, Fresh Squeezed Lime,
Pineapple Juice, Homemade Vanilla Syrup
(Add Prosecco - £3)
A modern classic. Sweet, flavorful passionfruit with just the right amount of acidity to balance it out. Add a shot of prosecco for A-list star treatment.
APEROL SPRITZ - Aperol, Prosecco, Soda
A simple, refreshing, and bittersweet cocktail with a vibrant citrus
flavor. Balanced with the bubbly crispness of Prosecco and soda water it truly is vacation in a glass.
PENICILLIN - Famous Grouse Whisky, Fresh Squeezed Lemon, Homemade Ginger and Honey Syrup with a misting of Laphroaig
A modern classic featuring a bold balance of smoke, spice, and citrus, akin to a “cold toddy” - a bright and intensely aromatic drink.
NEGRONI - Gin, Campari, Sweet Vermouth, Expression of Orange Peel
A classic that’s been around for over a century. Consisting of equal parts gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth, it’s packed with herbal, aromatic flavours that are perfectly bittersweet.
KESSOCK KISS - Rhubarb Ginger Gin, St. Germain, Homemade Strawberry-Rosemary Syrup, Fresh Squeezed Lemon
Sweet and tart, this home grown cocktail is perfect for a sunny day on the patio or a to chase away pesky autumn storms.
Seasonal Cocktails - Autumn 2026
HOT SCOTTY- Glayva Whisky Liqueur, Drambuie, House-made Honey Syrup, Expression of Lemon Peel - served HOT!
Inspired by a hot toddy, but entirely Scottish with traditional liqueurs and locally sourced homemade honey syrup. Hot and sweet, it’s sure to warm you on a chilly Highland night.
SWEATER WEATHER - Rum, Coffee Liqueur, Coconut Milk and House-made Creme de Coconut Syrup, topped with Espresso Beans and freshly grated Cinnamon
It’s snowy white with a hint of winter spice and it’s giving nog without the egg! You’ll be lucky if you only order one.
HARVEST HONEY BRAMBLE - Rum, Fresh Squeezed Lemon, fresh Blackberries, House-made Honey Syrup
Sweet and indulgent, featuring a luscious texture, bits of fresh berries and a subtle spiced finish, it’s a perfectly balanced autumn drink.
FALLEN FRUIT - Apple Infused Vodka, Pear Juice, House-made Nutmeg-Vanilla Syrup, Fresh Squeezed Lime
This autumnal take on a classic Caipiroska presents bright and fruity with a sweet spice on the nose.
VELVET BONFIRE - Famous Grouse Whisky, Angostura Bitters, House-made Cinnamon Syrup, Apple Juice, Topped with Laphroaig mist and freshly grated Cinnamon
Smoky and spiced, it’s a take on an Old Fashioned that will leave you wanting more.
Mocktails - Autumn 2026
PINEAPPLE GINGER MULE - Fresh Mint, Pineapple Juice, Fresh Squeezed Lime, House-made Agave Syrup, Ginger Beer
APPLE GINNAMON FIZZ - 0% Gordon’s Gin (alcohol free), House-made Cinnamon Syrup, Fresh Squeezed Lemon, topped with Appletise and garnished with Grated Cinnamon and Dried Apple
PEARS WELL WITH OTHERS - Pear Juice, House-made Vanilla Nutmeg Syrup, House-made Ginger Syrup, topped with soda
Whisky & Gin
W H I S K Y
HIGHLAND - SINGLE MALT - 25ml
Dalmore 12 Yr - Citrus, marmalade, spice, raisin - £9.50
Dalwhinnie 15 Yr - Honey, heather, citrus, smoke - £8.25
Glenmorangie 12 Yr - Lemon, peach, vanilla - £8.25
Highland Park 12 Yr - Heather, honey, smoke, spice - £8.75
Jura 12 Yr - Chocolate, walnut, and citrus - £8.25
Old Pultney 12 Yr - Honey, vanilla, fruit, salt - £8.25
Singleton of Glen Ord 12 Yr - Apple, spice, ginger -£8.75
Talisker 10 Yr - Peat, sea salt, fruit, pepper - £9.00
Talisker Skye - Sea salt, peat, black pepper - £8.25
Tomatin 12 Yr - Citrus, mango, fudge - £8.25
Tomatin Legacy - Vanilla, cinnamon, lemon, ginger - £8.30
Oban 14 Yr - Caramel, dried fruit, oak, sea salt - £12.30
ISLAY - SINGLE MALT
Ardbeg 10 Yr - Brine, espresso, pear, peat - £9.00
Bunnahabhain 10 Yr - sea salt, oak char, spice - £9.00
Lagavulin 16 Yr - Peat, oak, cured meats, dark fruit - £14.00
Laphroaig 10 Yr - Smoke, seaweed, peat - £8.25
SPEYSIDE - SINGLE MALT
Balvenie Doublewood 12 Yr - Vanilla, cinnamon - £8.25
Glenfiddich Special Reserve 12 Yr - Pear, oak - £8.25
Glenlivet Founder’s Reserve - Vanilla, orange, pear - £8.25
Macallan 12 Yr - Dried fruit, spice, chocolate, oak - £11.00
Singleton of Dufftown 12 Yr - Fruit, nut, coffee - £8.25
BLENDED
Bell’s - Toast, malt, oak, spices, nut oil - £3.90
Famous Grouse - Dried fruit, caramel, ginger - £3.90
WHISKEY FROM OTHER REGIONS
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Whiskey - Toffee, spice - £4.10
Canadian Club Whiskey - caramel, vanilla, oak - £4.10
Jameson’s Irish Whiskey - Vanilla, honey, smoke - £4.10
Jack Daniel’s Tenessee Whiskey - Caramel, oak - £4.10
G I N
Badachro Original - Elderflower, liquorice - £5.65
Bombay Sapphire - Citrus, juniper, pepper - £4.50
The Botanist - Lemon, orange, sage, florals - £5.30
CaoRunn - Citrus, apple, heather, coriander - £4.80
Edinburgh Classic - Juniper, pine, citrus, spice - £4.50
GlasweGin - Juniper, lime, milk thistle, pepper - £4.80
Gordon’s - Juniper, lemon, coriander, florals - £3.50
Harris - Mango, citrus, vanilla, black pepper, salt - £7.15
Heart - Angelica and orris root, heather - £5.50
Hendrick’s - Juniper, rose, cucumber, coriander - £4.65
Inverness - Mushroom, elderflower, fennel seed - £5.30
Lind & Lime - Juniper, lime, coriander, pepper - £5.25
Raasay - Juniper, rhubarb, citrus, coriander - £5.30
Rock Rose - Berries, coriander, green spices - £6.25
Tanqueray - Juniper, coriander, liquorice, citrus - £4.50
Tanqueray No. 10 - Grapefruit, chamomile, pine - £5.15
P I N K G I N
Brockman’s - Blueberry, blackberry, aniseed - £4.60
Eden Mill Passion - Passion fruit, apricot, coconut - £4.50
Edinburgh Rhubarb & Ginger - Rhubarb, ginger - £4.50
Gordon’s Pink - Raspberry, strawberry, juniper - £3.50
Whitley Raspberry - Raspberry, spice, wood - £4.50
Beer
TAP BEER
Tennent's - Lager, Scotland
Cromarty Happy Chappy - Pale Ale, Black Isle, Scotland
Cromarty Lager - Lager, Black Isle, Scotland
Orchard Pig Reveller - Cider, England
80/- Cromarty - Creamy Dark Ale, Black Isle, Scotland
Guinness - Microdraught Stout, Ireland
All except Guinness are available as pint or half-pint
BOTTLED BEER
Peroni - Lager, Italy
Corona - Pale Lager, Mexico
Old Mout - Mixed Berry Cider, Scotland
ZEROS
Guinness 0% - Stout style, Ireland
Corona 0% - Pale Lager style, Mexico
Menabrea 0%, Lager style, Italy
Old Mout 0% - Mixed Berry style, Scotland
OPENING HOURS
- Mon - Fri
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- Sat - Sun
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ADDRESS
Main St, North Kessock, Inverness, IV1 3XN






