Join your host, a self-proclaimed whiskey connoisseur, and sample some of the finest Scottish whiskies in Edinburgh - pop into Arcade Bar, a relaxed bar dedicated to haggis and whiskey with an extensive malt list
Visit a traditional whiskey cellar, like Glenkinchie, which was founded in 1825, and learn about the distillation process IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Stroll through the Old Town and learn a little about the citys whiskey history from your hostIMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Visit a locally-loved neighborhood pub and sample more Scotch - have a dram at the Sheep Heid Inn, one of the oldest pubs in Edinburgh IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Stroll through historical parts of the city like George StreetIMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Scotch Tour Edinburgh With A Local Expert: Private & 100% Personalized
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Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Duration: 3 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
Your meeting time is flexible, and to be agreed with your Local Host.
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Return Details :
We’ll be in touch within 24 hours after booking to find out more about your personality and interests so we can assign a like-minded local who will create a bespoke experience for you.
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Cancellation Policy : This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Youll sip your way around Edinburghs Old Town with one of our hosts, a fellow whiskey-lover, of course. Theyll tell you all they know about the different whiskey distilleries in the city, and impart some of the Scottish traditions and witticisms surrounding the tipple with you. Youll sample amber liquid from various whiskey regions in the country and learn to distinguish between the different notes.Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
Know More about this tour
Itinerary:
Join your host, a self-proclaimed whiskey connoisseur, and sample some of the finest Scottish whiskies in Edinburgh - pop into Arcade Bar, a relaxed bar dedicated to haggis and whiskey with an extensive malt list
Visit a traditional whiskey cellar, like Glenkinchie, which was founded in 1825, and learn about the distillation process IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Stroll through the Old Town and learn a little about the city’s whiskey history from your host IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Visit a locally-loved neighborhood pub and sample more Scotch - have a dram at the Sheep Heid Inn, one of the oldest pubs in Edinburgh IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Stroll through historical parts of the city like George Street IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences
Inclusions
- 4 whisky tastings per person
- Walking experience
- Private and personalised experience
- Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
- 3 hours with a host
Exclusions
- Food and drinks in addition to those included above
- Tickets to any attractions
- Transportation costs
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Well be in touch within 24 hours after booking to find out more about your personality and interests so we can assign a like-minded Local Host who can create a bespoke experience for you.
Your Local Host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary and agree a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
Your Local host may also suggest adjustments or new routes if they feel that there is something just around the corner that you may enjoy, or perhaps if the weather affects your itinerary.
Although you will see well known pubs, markets and stores, your Local Host will also help you to discover the places, things and stories that you wont find in a guidebook and that make the city unique.
Traveler Reviews
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Doug was a great host. He took me to four local pubs, two in New Town and two in Old Town, and we tasted four whiskeys from Scotland’s primary whiskey regions, Lowlands, Highlands, Speyside, and Islay. The pubs were small and not the type of places i probably would have gone in by myself. Doug was knowledgeable, but not intimidating, and we had easy conversation. He would work for whiskey novices and those with more experience.
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We got a really good guide and he took us some interesting places. Our guide was knowledgeable and we spend a couple of hours in good company with him and some good whisky. I can highly recommend this tour
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Superbly run and such a welcoming service provided by Mike on the door followed up by a fascinating tour by the lovely smiley Lucy (Disneys model for the film Brave!) . She was full of knowledge and enthusiasm and made us really welcome.
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Whiskey tasting and tour. The staff were super, from the start to the end of the tour. At first, we had a virtual tour of the history of whiskey, then moved to a room whetectgdy explained how whiskey is mixed and how different areas create whiskey, then we moved to the bar for whiskey tasting. They showed us how to smell, look at and taste the whiskey. We tried 5 on all and were given a glass at the end. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and don't even like whiskey as a rule, but really enjoyed the different smells and flavours. The staff were friendly and informative and we got a bit drunk, the warmth was welcome on a cold day! We returned to the shop several times to buy gifts, the prices are lower than other stores along the mile and I like the staff. We will go back again, and are starting a drinks cabinet for Christmas and friends, and started getting gufts there for people at our wedding 👍
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Enjoyed our tour with Michaela. She made the tour memorable. Highly recommend this tour and great job Michaela.
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I have to say I was very disappointed by this experience. Although our host was a really great guy I feel that I did not get anywhere near what I paid for. This cost me £168 which is utterly insane for what it was. Of that £60 went on drinks. I don't by any means blame the host, I really take issue with the way the ad describes what to expect and then doesn't even try to deliver and this is the fault of the company I believe. Only after you book you are told that your host is not a professional tour guide, rather just a local who has a free night, and it really showed. There was no pre planning really and he knew very little about whiskey and mostly just asked the bartender for recommendations. I had been told I'd get a personalised experience and one of my requests was to go off the beaten track to find hidden spots where the locals go. We went to 3 pubs on the Royal Mile... I could've done that for free. We did go to a nice whiskey bar at the end but it was pretty obvious this was the same routine the guide did with everyone and was in no way whatsoever personalised. Avoid this, it's a complete rip off.
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After living in Scotland for over 4 years I finally got to experience A Scottish Whisky Experience and was in shock when I found out what I was missing out on the whole time! This experience is very educational, fantastically executed and will leave you in love with whisky for life!!
