Whisky Tasting & Tales: Experience Whisky the Scottish Way
Overview
Available languages
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‘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
What To Expect
Hot Toddy
The tasting takes place in our bespoke whisky lounge at Hot Toddy. 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.
Options
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
Tour with no drinks included
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)
Whisky and Folklore
Drinks: This option includes 4 single malt whiskies for the guided tasting as part of the experience.
Reviews
944 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Whisky, Wit, and a Brilliant Host
Danica T,
Aug 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00We absolutely loved this experience. Ben—our host and the owner—was an incredible storyteller. He entertained us for two hours that flew by. Honestly, I thought a two-hour whisky talk might get a little tedious, but I was completely wrong. Ben is funny, charming, and incredibly engaging—and coming from an American, I could happily listen to that accent for even longer! I genuinely learned a few new things about whisky, and I appreciated the balance of humor and education. If we hadn’t already made dinner plans, we would’ve happily stayed afterward, trusting that part of the evening would be just as excellent as the tasting itself.
Great whisky combined with Scottish charm
Stacey I,
Jul 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was such a fun and immersive experience! The location was amazing —an underground room with seats around the walls so everyone had a great view and could chat with each other too. Our guide, Ewen, was incredible. A true Scottish storyteller with loads of charm and humour. He walked us through four different whiskies and helped those of us who were newbies understand how to taste and appreciate each one. The storytelling was just as memorable—fascinating history about how whisky came to be in Scotland, mixed with funny and personal stories from his own family. It felt super genuine and relaxed. This is an absolute must—not just to try Scotch (or as the Scots call it, the “water of life”), but to experience proper Scottish storytelling.
Really interesting night...
Sarah R,
Jul 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Really interesting night with great stories. Noami was great fun. Lots of whiskey and a great setting.
Authentic Scottish Guided Whiskey Tasting
Molly G,
Jul 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had Sabie as our guide. It was really fun learning about the whiskeys in the Hot Toddy, a lovely, comfortable, speak-easy atmosphere. Sabie is an amazing whiskey guide with mesmerizing stories and a deep knowledge of whiskey and scientific processes of whiskey making.
Great afternoon whisky tasty from regions of Scotland
Phillip M,
Jul 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great afternoon, our Host gave an excellent coverage of the regions and stories of Scotland, well worth the afternoon with 4 Tasting from from different whiskies
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