Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Our Whisky Tasting and Tales tour is unlike any other whisky experience in Edinburgh. We’ll welcome you into our cosy private whisky lounge, where you’ll sip your way through four Single Malt Scotch Whiskies from different regions of Scotland. Along the way, our guide will share stories, history, and whisky folklore in true Scottish style. Even if you’re not a whisky lover, it’s a brilliant way to immerse yourself in Scotland’s culture, traditions, and warm hospitality.
The ticket price includes the cost of the whiskies (ONLY IF YOU DO NOT SELECT THE "NO WHISKY" OPTION. 4 great single malt Scotch whiskies will be served over the tour. Drink alternatives are available upon request for those who do not drink whisky.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 18 years
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
High Street Edinburgh
The tasting takes place at our private whisky room. You will sample four whiskies from the four major whisky producing regions of Scotland and hear tales from the world of whisky and Scotland's folklore. This is not a pub crawl/distillery visit
What‘s Included
Drink alternatives are available upon request for those who do not drink whisky
Expert guide, whisky enthusiast and storyteller...all in one!
Drinks will be included in the price if guests select the "Whisky & Folklore" ticket option. No drinks are included in the "Tour without drinks" option
Gratuities
Options
Tour with no drinks included
Whisky and Folklore
Drinks: This option includes 4 single malt whiskies for the guided tasting as part of the experience.
Burns Night Special
Duration: 2 hours: 2 hours of whisky tasting and storytelling. 3 Course menu dinner afterwards in the same location to celebrate Robert Burns 4 whiskies & 3 Course Meal: Includes 4 tastings of single malt scotch whiskies during the 2 hours tour 3 course set meal dinner after the tour
Whisky Tasting & Haggis Dinner
Haggis Dinner: Haggis Dinner to be enjoyed after the tour, in the restaurant upstairs from our tasting room. ( No GF option available)
Reviews
982 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great whiskey tasting experience!
Joanne B,May 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful night. Koffe provided expert guidance on a well curated selection of whiskeys. The stories were very interesting and Koffe's delivery kept us well entertained. Highly reccommend.
Fun time!
Erica M,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Ben was very knowledgeable and interesting to listen to! Still not a frequent whiskey drinker but I understand how to do it now!
A good taste
John S,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A lot of fun. Jess was great as our guide through the experience. Some good choices for whiskeys to sample the different regions. She was very informative about what we were drinking and also told some good stories.
Cheers
susansY6465XH,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Interesting and fun - good stories, good crowd. Max was very nice
Great way to taste a variety of scotch whiskies!
Matthew R,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We got to try 4 different scotch whiskies from across Scotland, and there was plenty to go around (and even have 2nds since not everyone tried all pours). Ben was an awesome guide, walking us through the history of whisky in Scotland and how it’s intertwined with the country’s history. I thought 2 hours would be long for 4 tastes, but the tasting was well-paced. Only small ask is that they provide some snacks. But otherwise an awesome activity!
Good Scotch and History
jamesgS5713RC,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Scotch was good but the stories and history were better.
Interesting whisky tour
477rajk,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I don't have an interest in whisky, I just came along because my friend really wanted to do the tour. To my surprise I ended up enjoying the tour, especially the story telling from the charismatic Koffe. I now have an understanding of the spirit of scotch whisky as well as some of the historical characters of Scottish history such as Walter Scott, deacon Brodie and burke and hare. I recommend this tour, even if you don't like whisky
Great Whisky and Stories
Peter R,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great whisky and great stories. Learned a lot and a ton of fun. Max is a great story teller and his information about the tested whiskies wa fantastic.
Great local experience
TomA22964,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was great! Was a small group. The information about whisky was very good and the stories and anecdotes were entertaining! So much better than the glitzy, touristy options. Would highly recommend this authentic experience.
Wonderful!
Samantha C,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Such a lovely experience! Max was very kind and the stories were very fun- not too mention the excellent whisky! Highly recommended!
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