The Scotch Whisky Experience Guided Whisky Tour - An Introduction to Whisky

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About this activity

This 50-minute guided tour, ideal for whisky novices and families, is the perfect introduction to the world of whisky. Discover the whisky making process. Explore the five Scotch whisky producing regions and learn how the geography and weather combine to create regional characteristics shaping a single malt whisky's unique flavour. Delve into the history and alchemy of blending, and learn how the art of creating a perfectly balanced blended Scotch whisky came about. Finally, enjoy a guided tasting of your chosen whisky as you explore one of the world's largest collections of Scotch whisky. The Tour cannot be changed to a different time.

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At a glance

Duration: 50 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–6
Audio guide: Hindi, German, Swedish, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, Chinese, Cantonese, English, Italian, French, Spanish, Czech, Japanese, Polish, Dutch
Guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: The Scotch Whisky Experience

Ages: Children (6–17 years) · Adults (18–59 years) · Seniors (60–110 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Crystal Whisky Glass souvenir
Included: Audio-guides in 20 languages
Included: Dram of Scotch whisky
Included: Expert whisky guide

Itinerary

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The Scotch Whisky Experience

one hour Admission included
The multi-award-winning Scotch Whisky Experience is located in the heart of Edinburgh's world heritage site, right next to Edinburgh Castle. A guided whisky tour plus a nosing and tasting of a Scotch whisky (or soft drink) at the old town's Scotch Whisky Experience.

This tour includes:
- Introduction to the aromas in whisky and Scotland's five whisky producing regions
- The secrets of single malt Scotch whisky production
- Your selected dram of Scotch whisky, or Irn Bru for those under 18 years of age
- Viewing of one of the world's largest collections of Scotch whisky
- Gift of crystal whisky tasting glass (adults and concessions only)
- Audio guide available (20 languages)

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Conveniently located next to Edinburgh Castle, at the top of The Royal Mile, in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town World Heritage Site.

For additional access information and our Access Guide please see our main website or telephone.

End point

Conveniently located next to Edinburgh Castle, at the top of The Royal Mile, in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town World Heritage Site.

For additional access information and our Access Guide please see our main website or telephone.

Using your ticket

Minimum drinking age is 18 years - ID will be required
Customers wishing to amend their booking, must cancel and rebook their ticket(s)

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
ASL and BSL devices available
We replaced our barrel ride at the beginning of January 2023 with a new exciting experience!
Customers wishing to amend bookings, must cancel and rebook their ticket(s).