Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Whiskies you wouldn't be able to try otherwise, in an underground location unlike anything you've ever seen!
Ideal for those who’ve had a dram or two and are ready to discover something new. Explore 4 distinctive whiskies from across the regions, focusing on independent bottlers, unique cask finishes, and lesser-known gems you won’t easily find again. Expect surprises, complexity, and bold flavours.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour is strictly for adults. Children under 18 and infants under 1 year old cannot be accommodated.
What To Expect
Come join us for an evening of whisky and stories, underground the historic heart of the Old Town of Edinburgh. We'll tell you how the process starts, how the industry grew, and all about some of the wacky characters and intriguing stories that helped to make the Scottish whisky industry the finest in the world. Along the way, we'll sample whiskies from 4 of the major whisky producing regions in Scotland, whilst exploring a newly uncovered underground area of Edinburgh. This Intermediate Whisky Tasting price includes 4 whiskies from 4 different distilleries, as one of our talented guides leads you on a spirited adventure through our very unique venue.
Options
90min Connoisseur Underground Whisky Tasting
What‘s Included
4 drams of Scotch whisky
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing whiskey tasting experience
arkav1,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great experience. I have not done an official whiskey tasting but this was excellent. Very knowledgeable about the 4 regions and types of whiskey and a nice final option to go with a second peaty whiskey. Very entertaining and great vibe for a bunch of newbie whiskey drinkers. The venue was super cool as well and great history. I would definitely recommend this whiskey tasting.
Fantastic, exactly right and anytime again
U581LRthomass,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a tour with Eleanor today and it was absolutely fantastic. A true Whiskey Lover with tons of knowledge guided us through an amazing tour with the right mixture of humour, history and individual guidance in whiskey tasting. Anytime again, Eleanor ✌🏻💪🏻 greetings from Gonzalo and Thomas
Great time, great drinks!
407maartjes,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time in the lost close with our very knowledgeable guide Eleanor. She choose great whiskys for us and gave us a lot of great information and history about the whisky regions. My partner said he liked Peaty whiskey and she pulled some great ones for him. The close is such a cool place to sit and enjoy good drinks and good company. It's so moody and has great historical vibes.
Best whisky tasting experience in an unbelievable setting
chriscD2396DZ,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Three of us did the Connoisseur experience here and absolutely loved it. Our host Eleanor was a great storyteller and took us on a historical tour of Scotland's whisky producing regions, bringing us some great drams as we went. It was a fairly international crew - English, Americans, Scots and Kiwis - and we all loved it. It's quite an intimate experience in a really quirky space, packed with history. I would thoroughly recommend this experience if you are visiting Edinburgh and want to learn more about Scottish history, drink some great whisky or just have a great experience.
Loved it
aimin2022,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had so much fun! Eleanor was extremely knowledgeable and her wicked, dry sense of humour added to the fabulous experience (as did the fiddle!) The range of whiskies was perfect and the history of the place added to the incredible intimate atmosphere. We would highly recommend
Wonderful whisky tasting experience.
B1992TSphils,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fantastic experience. Did the connoisseur tasting experience which was run by Hayley. Such incredible knowledge and fantastic customer service. Really enjoyed the afternoon and thank you for all the advice on whisky purchase.
Brilliant - Katie and Sara are fantastic
Sightseer596028,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A genuinely great experience - thank you to Katie for helping us with our bookings changing constantly and being very patient and accommodating and a huge thank you to Sara for her brilliant insight and for being a great guide for our group - couldn’t recommend this more
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