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Small Group Edinburgh Whisky Tour and Tasting

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Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

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Embark on a sensory journey through Scotland’s whisky. Explore Edinburgh’s Old Town, where the world’s largest Scottish whisky company was founded and a vibrant history of “aqua vitae” (or the “water of life”) began.

Colourful history, tradition and a candlelit whisky tasting

The tour continues with a whisky tasting in our candlelit underground Megget’s Cellar. Hear captivating tales, breathe in the rich aromas, and savour a single malt tasting in our exclusive underground vaults. There’s no better way to warm the spirits. You’ll taste four Scottish whiskies, under the guidance of our whisky specialist.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Tours are guaranteed all year round, so please dress for the weather, with comfortable shoes.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Whisky tasting of 4 drams

Small-Group Experience

Enhanced with hand-picked sounds of Edinburgh and delivered through TourTalk audio devices

Exclusive multi-sensory tours; with master Storyteller guides

Includes souvenir Glencairn whisky tasting glass

This tour is not suitable for those under the age of 18

What To Expect

1

Mercat Cross

Start your tour at the Mercat Cross and discover the importance of this 8-sided historically significant monument

15 minutes • Admission Included
2

Royal Mile

Embark on a sensory journey through Scotland’s whisky. Explore Edinburgh’s Old Town, where the world’s largest Scottish whisky company was founded and a vibrant history of “aqua vitae” (or the “water of life”) began. Hear the stories of those who jump-started whisky production in Edinburgh, including the smugglers, bootleggers and other seedier characters of the Old Town’s underbelly.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Small Group Scheduled Tour

Maximum group size of 18
Complimentary tasting: Includes a complimentary tasting of 4 unique Scotch Whiskies chosen for their varied styles and flavours

Reviews

4.86

57 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Fantastic whisky tasting experience. I would highly recommend this.

    Peggy W,

    Aug 14, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Host was well knowledgeable and fun. Selection of whiskies was fantastic. Location was easy to find and not hard to get to.

  • Educational and fun

    Frank H,

    Jul 12, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    If you don’t have time for a distillery tour this is a great way to learn and taste whiskey. Educational and fun

  • Jared Is An Amazing Guide Into The World of Whiskey

    Amrett L,

    May 23, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Jared Was Amazing! Extremely Wonderful Historian and Provided An Excellent Journey for this very novice whiskey drinker. Walk was a bit strenuous for me but very much worth the sticking to the end of the walk. Enjoyed Cheers!

  • Fun and educational

    Jeanne V,

    May 18, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    A fun experience! We especially enjoyed the small group experience. Hearing the history first provided good background for the actual tasting. The tasting was fun and educational, and very interactive. Guide encouraged comments and questions. The setting for the actual tasting is charming and atmospheric. We strongly recommend.

  • Wait for the fun

    Stacie C,

    Oct 19, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    Jared was our guide. The history and walking part was just ok. I think what made it so impersonal was that we had earphones on and with the busy sidewalks he walked in front and spent let’s of time reciting various whiskey history. The super part was at the tour headquarters when we sat down for the tasting. It was a cozy and historic room and his attention and knowledge was fabulous. He engaged each of us on the tour and we all thoroughly enjoy the tasting and the knowledge gained of the scotches from all the areas in the country. It was fun and a highlight of our day.

From GBP 43.19

4.86
57 reviews
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