Edinburgh
Duration: approx. 1 hr 15 mins
Overview
Whisk yourselves away on a Scotch whisky-tasting journey
When partying in Auld Reekie, you need to make sure that you embrace your host city by taking in some of the local culture and traditions, amidst your celebrations. This Scotch Whisky Experience is an excellent way to do just that, allowing you to learn all about some of the finest authentic malt Scotch whiskies, whilst getting on it at the same time. Result. This place has been educating visitors to the city about the joys of the tipple for over 30 years, so it’s safe to say it knows a thing or two about the production and maturation process of the good stuff. You'll get to discover the origins of Scotch and magic of maturation, seen like never before, from inside the cask itself!
During your immersive tour, you’ll learn all about what goes into the famous malt whisky and how it’s made, becoming a whisky expert before you know it. You’ll then have a viewing of one of the world's most famous whisky collections. This is considered one of the seven wonders of the Scotch whisky world!
You'll finish up with a dram tasting served in a fine cut crystal tasting glass, which you can keep as a souvenir. With this immersive tour, you’ll be located at the very top of Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile, so you can head out afterwards to explore this world-famous area. Just wait for that fresh air hit…
What's Included?
- Guided tour of the Scotch Whisky Experience
- Located on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile beside Edinburgh Castle.
- Includes a complimentary dram of whisky & a tasting glass to keep
- Introduction to the aromas in Scotch Whisky
- View one of the world’s most famous whisky collections,
- Finishes with a tasting tray of 4 single malt Scotch whiskies with tasting notes
- Duration: approx. 1 hr 15 mins
- Note: this is a non-private tour so you may be joined by others groups & individuals
How does it work?
- Arrive at the venue, located on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile
- Start with an immersive tour through the origins of whisky, and the whisky making process
- Choose a single malt or blended Scotch whisky to sample
- View the world-famous collection of Scotch whisky
- Finish with a 25 minute tutor led session where you will sample 4 different whiskies
- Receive a parting gift each, plus one year membership to the Scotch Whisky Appreciation Society