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15 Whisky Tastings in Edinburgh Worth Booking

60 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.9 average  ·  from $24

The Scotch Whisky Experience Guided Whisky Tour - An Introduction to Whisky - The replica distillery walk-through, where the process actually makes sense
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The Scotch Whisky Experience Guided Whisky Tour – An Introduction to Whisky

1.The Scotch Whisky Experience Guided Whisky Tour – An Introduction to Whisky

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,578 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $35Our pick

A guided introduction to Scotch whisky in Edinburgh by Edinburgh Castle, with aroma training, a short tasting, and a crystal tumbler.

“What a fun and fascinating experience! The guided whisky tour was both engaging and informative—perfect for beginners and whisky lovers alike. I walked away knowing the basics of single malt versus blended whisky, how to assess and taste whisky properly (including the swirl test and bead speed), and what a whisky’s color—light or dark—can tell you about its character and aging. The tour takes you room to room, each with immersive visuals and storytelling that walk you through Scotland’s whisky-producing regions and how location influences flavor. I also learned what you can pair whisky with, which was a nice bonus! This experience makes whisky education approachable and fun. I highly…”

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Edinburgh Food Tour with Scotch, Haggis, a Secret Dish & More - Grassmarket: your first taste with Castle-eye views
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Edinburgh Food Tour with Scotch, Haggis, a Secret Dish & More

Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge - Tips to make your first tasting feel smooth
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Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge

3.Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 972 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $24Best value

A 2-hour Scotch whisky tasting in Edinburgh’s Hot Toddy lounge, featuring four single malts, Highland vs Lowland comparisons, and folklore.

“Our guide for the experience was an English fellow who was hilarious and super informative. He told some great stories in addition to info on scotch whiskey. Be warned though, you should definitely like whiskey! Some other members of our group were not whiskey fans and while other drinks are available to substitute, why do a whiskey tasting if you know you don’t like whiskey? But if you don’t know yet and want to try a wide range, this option was great! The other drink option is there if you want to tap out. Great experience!”

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Highland Lochs, Glens & Whisky Day Tour Including Admission - The Hermitage: where the walk is the point
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Highland Lochs, Glens & Whisky Day Tour Including Admission

4.Highland Lochs, Glens & Whisky Day Tour Including Admission

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 641 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $80

A packed 10-hour Edinburgh day trip through Dunkeld, the Hermitage, Pitlochry, Queen’s View, and a Dewar’s tasting with included admission.

“The tour was amazing if you’re looking for a quick trip to the Highlands. Stop at multiple small towns/villages and hiking locations in the Highlands. Views from the drive are incredible and look like a movie. The Dewars Distillery Tour and tasting is just an added bonus to the trip. Shea, our tour guide, was fantastic and had lots of knowledge on the areas visited including Edinburgh and shared lots of very interesting facts. She was a an amazing tour guide and super sweet!! 5 STARS!”

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Edinburgh: Holyrood Distillery Whisky and Gin Tour & Tasting - Getting there from central Edinburgh without wasting time
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Edinburgh: Holyrood Distillery Whisky and Gin Tour & Tasting

Stirling Castle and Whisky Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh - Stirling Castle in 75 minutes: what you can realistically do
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Stirling Castle and Whisky Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

6.Stirling Castle and Whisky Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 386 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $95

Small-group day trip from Edinburgh to Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond, and Glengoyne whisky, with the Trossachs, views, and a great guide.

“We were a group of 11 looking for a one day trip around Edinburgh. The balance between time in the bus and time outside is perfect. The guide was really nice and very interesting. I definitely recommand this tour.”

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90min Underground Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Old Town - The Lost Close experience: underground atmosphere and a choice of tasting levels
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90min Underground Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh’s Old Town

7.90min Underground Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh’s Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 350 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Taste four or five Scotch drams in Edinburgh’s Lost Close underground, with small-group guidance on whisky regions and how to enjoy them.

“It was a warm, intimate experience where you were treated like an old friend and made very comfortable. Our hostess was very knowledgeable about her subject and share a lot of interesting facts not only about where the whiskeys came from, but how they are made and how to properly appreciate them.”

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Discover Malt Whisky Day Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh - Key highlights you should care about
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Discover Malt Whisky Day Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh

8.Discover Malt Whisky Day Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 285 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $99

Small-group malt whisky day tour from Edinburgh with Glengoyne and Deanston tastings, plus Loch Lomond views and a scenic Trossachs break.

“Great experience! Highly recommend this tour. Our guide, Duncan, was fantastic. Distillery tour with Arthur was so educational and enjoyable. My husband is fairly knowledgeable and Arthur taught him a few things.”

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Edinburgh: The Ultimate Whisky Experience Tour - Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery: working craft and a classic tasting
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Edinburgh: The Ultimate Whisky Experience Tour

9.The Ultimate Whisky Experience Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 235 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $83

A 10-hour whisky day trip from Edinburgh to Aberfeldy and Glenturret, with expert distillery tours, tastings, and Highlands scenery.

“Best tour and guide ever! Loved the distillery tours and informative guide. This was a day well spent.”

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Loch Lomond, Stirling and Whisky Tour from Edinburgh - Clydeside distillery stop: River Clyde, Riverside Museum, and optional tastings
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Loch Lomond, Stirling and Whisky Tour from Edinburgh

10.Loch Lomond, Stirling and Whisky Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 172 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $77

One Edinburgh day trip to Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle, and a whisky stop, with live guide stories plus small-group minivan comfort.

“We had a fantastic guide named Jamie. We had originally booked the tour based on a particular distillery however we got to the tour and learned it was cancelled we went to a modern day one. Disappointing we really wanted to see one of the older ones. No decent views at Loch lomand unless you are prepared to walk 30 mins up a steep hill unguided. We arrived at the Stirling Castle too late to have a guided tour had to wander around on our own. Our guide never joined us throughout the day. He literally just drove the bus. He was very knowledgeable however.”

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1 Day Loch Ness, Whisky, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour - Glencoe’s Hills, the Betrayal Story, and a 15-Minute Reality Check
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1 Day Loch Ness, Whisky, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour

11.1 Day Loch Ness, Whisky, Glencoe & Scottish Highlands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 169 reviews · 12 hours 25 minutes (approx.) · from $68

One day from Edinburgh for whisky at Deanston, Glencoe’s haunting hills, Fort Augustus on Loch Ness, and Ben Nevis photo stops.

“Great trip and totally worth it starting with the distillery visit, to Glencoe, Loch Ness every thing was great and so was our tour guide Ewal. He was superb and made everything very enjoyable. The ride was comfortable and amazing sights and views. Do take this trip if you are in Edinburgh and if you have Ewal it would be better. Do take the cruise at Loch Ness”

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Loch Ness Cruise, Scenic Walk, Whisky & Glencoe Tour - Edinburgh - Edinburgh start, Queensferry Crossing, and getting your bearings
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Loch Ness Cruise, Scenic Walk, Whisky & Glencoe Tour – Edinburgh

4 Day Islay Whisky Tour from Edinburgh - Comfort, timing, and why your guide matters on Islay
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4 Day Islay Whisky Tour from Edinburgh

13.4 Day Islay Whisky Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 148 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $1,520

A 4-day Islay whisky tour from Edinburgh with small-group comfort, distillery tastings, and 3 nights included across the island.

“This was well worth the cost to have all the details taken care of in advance. Moray was a great guide, and the quantity/variety/pace of the experiences at the various distilleries (and the Whisky Vault) was pretty perfect. (But when they tell you you need dinner reservations in Bowmore, you really do - even for 1.)”

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Luxury Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Underground Vaults | 90min - The Lost Close tastings: what 5 drams from 5 distilleries means
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Luxury Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh’s Underground Vaults | 90min

Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh - Glengoyne Distillery and a wee dram of real Scotch
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Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh

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