Local Food & Drink Tastings
5.0 (53)

Edinburgh whisky experience

3 hours English
5.0 (53)
100% Personalized

Stroll through the historic Old Town with a fellow whisky-lover, stopping to try four whiskies from Scotland’s major whisky-producing regions.

James
James
James
James

Match with one of our local hosts

Be matched with a host based on your interests and preferences, to tailor your perfect day.

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100% Flexible: Adapt in real time

Your host will fine-tune the experience in real time to match your mood.

Experience Overview

Time:

3 hours

What to expect:

Fully tailored to your preferences

Language:

Hosted in English (Other languages may be requested)

Meeting point:

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation:

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring:

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

What’s Included:

Private and personalised experience
3 hours with a Host
Walking experience
4 whisky tastings per person
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s Excluded:

Food and drinks in addition to those included above
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

Key Highlights:

  • Learn about (and, more importantly, taste) a selection of Scotch whiskies in the heart of Edinburgh
  • Stroll through the historic Old Town and hear stories from your host about Scotland’s proud whisky-producing tradition
  • Get a masterclass in the flavor profiles of different whisky-producing regions
  • End your experience at a local pub to see how the locals do after-work drinks

What travelers think of this experience

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Keith 1 October 2025

We did a private whisky tour with Brian and we had a great tour of Ediburgh. Went to a distillery, a few pubs and sampled various whiskies. Would highly recommend Brian for any tour he has.

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Steve 1 September 2025

This was such a fun time! Of course, whisky makes things fun, but Doug was personable, engaging, and knowledgeable.

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Cecille 1 September 2025

James became an instant friend. He adjusted the tour to our taste and even got us to try haggis! Very knowledgeable about Edinburgh history as well. Highly recommend!

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Cecille 1 September 2025

James became an instant friend. He adjusted the tour to our preferences and got us to try haggis!

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Yuto 1 August 2025

You can enjoy rich history of Scotland by walking through interesting places hidden in the city of Edinburgh. Our friend Jamie is an amazing guide for this tour, who shared with me his deep knowledge and appreciation of this town. His enthusiasm ushered me into unforgettable exploration of the culture and, of course, whiskey!

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Josh 1 August 2025

What you’ll do

Welcome to the heart of Scotland’s whisky wonderland – let’s get down to business! You’ll try several single malt whiskies from Scotland’s major whisky-producing regions, and your whisky-loving local host will help you pick up on the different notes, from the subtle flavors of the Lowlands to Islay’s bold and smoky Scotch.

Learn a little about the distillation process, then head to a small batch producer to experience Edinburgh’s take on the craft revolution. End your whisky-fueled walking tour at a local pub, and let the drams flow while your host shares the Scottish traditions and witticisms surrounding the traditional tipple. Who would’ve thought you’d end your day as a whisky connoisseur?

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