Port of Leith Distillery Tour and Tasting

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

The Port of Leith Distillery is a remarkable new landmark in Edinburgh’s historic whisky district of Leith. This is the UK’s first vertical whisky distillery - in fact, nobody has built anything quite like this anywhere in the world!

Over the course of 90 minutes, you will hear the story of the company's unlikely inception.

Explore the world’s tallest distillery.

Fill your own miniature bottle of New Make spirit.

Take a seat in the QC LAB and understand whisky-making like never before with a tasting that takes you right the way through the production & maturation process. Enjoy this guided tasting session of New Make spirits, port, sherry and Table Whisky.

All tours are conducted in English. Printed & QR scripts are available in French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese Mandarin & Polish (printed only). The tour script is also available in both Braille and Large Print format.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Adult 18+ £30.00pp

Children £10.00pp (7-17 years only) must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. For Health & Safety reasons babies and children under 7 years of age are NOT permitted on the tour.

Please be aware that you will be touring through a production facility with open grate flooring. There are plated walkways throughout, however we advise that you wear sensible footwear - high heels, cleated cycling shoes & open toe shoes are not permitted on the tour.

All tours are conducted in English. Printed & QR scripts are available in French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese Mandarin & Polish (printed only). We ask you kindly not to translate during a public tour. The tour script is also available in both Braille and Large Print format.

The Port of Leith Distillery advises caution if you suffer from a heart condition, high blood pressure or any balance impairment.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Payment is for Tour & Tasting only.

Access to the Distillery Bar not included, must be booked separately.

For Health & Safety reasons babies and children under 7 years of age are NOT permitted on the tour.

What To Expect

Tour & Tasting £30pp - 90 minutes. Explore the incredible architecture of the building, understand whisky production like never before, fill your very own miniature bottle of New Make spirit, taste your way through an extensive selection of samples and discover the story of two whisky fans from Edinburgh who went from dreaming on a sofa to operating the world’s tallest distillery. Over the course of 90 minutes, you will hear the story of the company's unlikely inception. Explore the world’s tallest distillery. Fill your own miniature bottle of New Make spirit. Take a seat in the QC LAB and understand whisky-making like never before with a tasting that takes you right the way through the production & maturation process. Enjoy this guided tasting session of New Make spirits, port, sherry and Table Whisky.

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Port of Leith Distillery Tour and Tasting

Reviews

4.93

477 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

455

Great tasting
H6510ALryank,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great informative and fun tour from tour guide Olivia. Really recommending coming next year when their first whiskey is ready for tasting.
Great place to visit
thom2508,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very nice en enthusiastic tour by Olivia a good mix between information and tasting several different things including there new make spirit
Brilliant tour
77sandyb,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very interesting tour of this unique distillery. Fantastic location and good value too. Leo was an excellent tour guide.
A must not miss Edinburgh spot in Edinburgh
215aaronr,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great tour from Simon! Such a unique distillery and really fun to hear about their story and sample their great products. I would put this on your list of "must do' things in Edinburgh!
Excellent and fun tour!
383be tag,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We visited the Port of Leith Distillery back in June, and it was an absolutely fantastic experience! Although I don’t remember the guide’s name, he was excellent - knowledgeable, engaging, and made the whole tour fun and informative. My partner and I really enjoyed learning about the distilling process and the history behind it. The tasting at the end was a lovely touch, giving us the chance to sample some great spirits and chat with the rest of the group. Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a unique and enjoyable experience in Edinburgh!
Innovative Whiskey Experience - Worths it
arisman91,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very beautiful experience and tasting… you get to see a very modern and innovative whiskey venture in a very beautiful place. Guides are very friendly and helpful .! I recommend it!
Great tour!
P4876OZandreaf,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Awesome tour and tasting. Isabel was a great tour guide. She was knowledgeable and funny! So cool to learn about the process.
An exciting visit to the World's Tallest Distillery
581Robroy,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Fraser was an excellent tour guide and explained everything with humour and great knowledge. Highly recommended
A surprisingly great tour
AlliAbroad,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing! Took the tour with our guide Leo who was funny and interesting. Learned so much about the process and the eco friendly nature of this local distillery. I have a new appreciation for whisky, and with everything I learned I cannot wait to see what else comes from here
Fantastic tour!
898mollya,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic tour! Refreshing and easy to understand explanation of the process in a modern and stylish setting. Fraser was a great tour guide. Great cocktails in the bar too!