Edinburgh

Edinburgh whisky experience

Local Food & Drink Tastings • 3 hours 5.0 (44)

Edinburgh whisky experience

Stroll through the historic Old Town with a fellow whisky-lover, stopping to try four whiskies from Scotland’s major whisky-producing regions.

Walking is undoubtedly the best way to see the city so bring a sturdy pair of shoes to deal with the cobbled streets!

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

Learn about (and, more importantly, taste) a selection of Scotch whiskies in the heart of Edinburgh
Stroll through the historic Old Town and hear stories from your host about Scotland’s proud whisky-producing tradition
Get a masterclass in the flavor profiles of different whisky-producing regions
End your experience at a local pub to see how the locals do after-work drinks

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

At a glance What’s included Things to know

3 hours

Fully tailored to your preferences

English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalised experience

3 hours with a host

Walking experience

4 whisky tastings per person

Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s not included

Food and drinks in addition to those included above

Tickets to any attractions

Transportation costs

Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

Welcome to the heart of Scotland’s whisky wonderland – let’s get down to business! You’ll try several single malt whiskies from Scotland’s major whisky-producing regions, and your whisky-loving local host will help you pick up on the different notes, from the subtle flavors of the Lowlands to Islay’s bold and smoky Scotch.

Learn a little about the distillation process, then head to a small batch producer to experience Edinburgh’s take on the craft revolution. End your whisky-fueled walking tour at a local pub, and let the drams flow while your host shares the Scottish traditions and witticisms surrounding the traditional tipple. Who would’ve thought you’d end your day as a whisky connoisseur?

Real Stories, Real Connections

See our hosts and guests creating memories

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What travelers think of this experience

Lui, Jan 2025

Absolutely loved Edinburgh. All of our guides were marvelous. Such a warm, inviting city even in Winter! We had the pleasure of a guided walking tour around Edinburgh that gave us a fantastic overview of the city. We will be coming back soon!

Jenny, Dec 2024

Our guide Doug was absolutely lovely and he really catered to our preferences. If you’re a Scotch lover or you want to venture out, this a tour you must do!

Lui, Dec 2024

Calci was engaging, attentive, patient and hospitable. We enjoyed conversing with him! He also didn’t rush us, which made the tour more pleasant and enjoyable. 10/10.

Tricia, Nov 2024

I had the best time with Joe on our Whisky tour of Edinburgh. It was a great experience seeing the local pubs and sampling some of the delicious whisky of Scotland. I highly recommend this tour and hopefully you will get Joe as your tour guide. He is knowledgeable and really wants you to have a good experience!

Tricia, Nov 2024

I loved seeing the pubs that local people go to. I am not a whisky drinker however I wanted to experience Scottish whisky and I am so glad I did. I enjoyed all of the samples and every single pub that we stopped at. My guide, Joe, was very knowledgeable and lots of fun. He even gave me a great dinner recommendation.

Judith, Nov 2024

Gee was great! He crafted the tour to what we had specifically wanted. The pace. The opportunity to learn about whiskey. He had good stories. Helped us learn about some Scottish history. And he was just a delight to spend the afternoon with.

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