The Scotch Whisky Experience in Edinburgh, City of

Did the gold tour with Tara as our guide. Was very informative and worthwhile experience! Leaving an expert in whiskey tasting

I wasn't sure what to expect, but it was so informative and interesting. I enjoy whisky anyway and our guide Freya was so friendly and led the guided whisky tasting really well. The whiskies on display were done so very well and many were so quirky. The 5 whiskies we tasted were well chosen as examples of their areas and my husband who isn't a big fan also really enjoyed it!

We had a great trip here last weekend. Heather was our guide and she knew her stuff and spent lots of time with all of the guests including spending a bit of extra time with us at the end as one of our group had just started to get into whisky. We really appreciate it and had a wonderful time! Thanks again Heather!!! I'm sure we will be back!

Such a great experience for a group event. We visited a few years ago now, but still remember it like it was yesterday. The most impressive collection of Scotch Whiskey available, and very accommodating for a large group. If you are planning a trip to Edinburgh, you must check it out!

Great experience, very immersive, superbly well done. Very nice and friendly staff! A MUST DO

It was ok. There were lots of cheese videos at first. The best part was at the end the lady that gave us the whisky tasting was amazing. She asked questions kept everyone involved and taught the whiskey experience and tasting. 2 stars at first, then 5 at the end.

A truly amazing experience. You learn everything about the history of whisky and more. The show effects are incredible and you feel like you're in a different world. Our guide, Cobin, was excellent and made the tour very amusing. A must do experience for all whisky lovers!

Connor and Ella were fantastic guides. Both of them introduced the world of whiskey with great enthusiasm and passion.

Highly recommend a tour or just sitting at the restaurant bar for a tasting. Bryony was a fantastic guide, teaching us about all things scotch whisky and was happy to answer any questions. We live nearby and usually just pop in for a tasting at the bar, no wait just great service and excellent whisky selections, but the tour was worth it as well.

Amazing tour with Archie! Loved the drama and torough explanation of all the kinds of whisky's and their origins!

We did the golden tour with Archie, the explanation was fantastic with sufficient sense of drama! Afterwards we received a thorough explanation about the whiskeys and he helped select whiskeys for us individually... the experience was great! Thank you

The whiskey were very good and Archie the tour guide was awesome.

Visited it on Saturday. The experience is a walking tour heavily reliant on (audio)visuals, complemented by a tour guide. A fun way to learn about the whiskey making process but in my opinion less interesting than visiting a real distillery. You get to choose one whisky to taste, which i think is not so much (compared to other tours). They used to offer more kinds to taste, but nowadays this is part of an more expensive ‘gold’ package.

Great experience, great host. Learned a lot. Nice tasting and discovery Would recommend

We were given the opportunity to taste all the major categories of Scotch Whiskey together with a very detailed explanation of all the diferences between them and all of Scotch Whiskey history. Also our guide, Tara, was very energic, knowleageable and incredibly solar, making the experience even better. Truly great experience!

Great day at the whiskey experience, this was by far and away because of the amazing work of Molly, great asset to the team! Thank you!

Ella, our guide, was an absolute don, very engaging and fun. The staff were also welcoming and the shop offered a decent selection of mini scotch bottles to try. Would definitely recommend going

Absolutely lovely experience, highly informative and really fun!

The whisky tasting tour by Scottish Whisky Tasting was incredibly well-organized and smooth from start to finish. The experience was interactive, engaging, and perfect for beginners, ensuring that everyone left with a deeper understanding of whisky and its intricate processes. A special shoutout to my guide, Bella, who did a fantastic job breaking down complex concepts into easy-to-understand explanations. Her knowledge and passion for whisky truly shone through, making the tour both educational and enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone looking to explore the world of whisky! 🍷🥃

Had a great time, we did the Golden tour and it was super informative and a great to explore more about the world of whiskey. 2 out of the 3 werent big whiskey fans and still had a marvellous time. Freya was a great tour guide as well, very helpful and such a friendly face to make the day one to remember :)

Thank you Beki for the delightful tasting, we really enjoyed our time and the food at restaurant was spectacular!

My husband and I had booked meal in the Amber Restaurant but visited the bar beforehand. We were extremely impressed with the bar (over 500 whiskys) and the staff. Special mention to Billy Somerville who was excellent. His knowledge, enthusiasm and great recommendations made a pleasant visit into a fantastic experience. Thank you. Food was also excellent- we had Taste of Scotland Menu which was faultless.

Perfect and interesting museum 🥃👌

It was a very informative and exciting experience. Unfortunately I don't remember the name of the young woman we had as a tour guide, something with B 🤔 very nice and enough whiskey to try. The dinner afterwards (which is included in the 100€ experience) was also incredibly good! Very very high quality and delicious. Clear recommendation :)

Super fun tour. Our tour guide Dani was super nice and enthusiastic. Definitely recommended! Even if you don't like whiskey.

We didn’t do the touristy stuff but sat in the bar and tasted 6 different whiskies. Over 500 varieties of whisky. Very enjoyable experience

Very recommended tour, Archie top

We aren’t really whisky drinkers but wanted to do the tour and we are really glad we did - immersive, interesting and good value considering the taster whisky. Thanks Matthew - very knowledgable tour guide!

It was very lovely experience. The guide was very knowledgeable and attentive. I recommend getting a Gold ticket to have a nice experience and tasting of Scottish whisky and to understand the regional taste differences.

Recommended for anyone who likes whiskey or is new to whiskey. If you like whiskey, I recommend the Golden Ticket (5 glasses tasting). Contents of whiskey production and introduction are presented in a variety of ways. Easily introduced (Korean interpreter provided if necessary) Those who have completed training can receive a discount at the relevant bar by presenting their certificate of completion. There is a small discount when purchasing a bottle at the last bottle shop. (2 pounds discount on bottles) I was pleasantly surprised because the staff was friendly and answered questions well.

Archie did a fabulous job giving our tour and sharing the love of whiskey and the regions. Very informative and a fun time. Highly recommend.

I recently had the pleasure of attending a whiskey experience guided by Archie, and it was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived, Archie welcomed us warmly and set the tone for an informative and enjoyable session. The selection of whiskeys was impressive, showcasing a diverse range from different regions. Archie shared fascinating insights into the distillation process, the nuances of flavor profiles, and the history behind each whiskey. The tasting notes were detailed and engaging, making it easy to appreciate the complexities of each pour. The atmosphere was relaxed with great use of interactive visual effects. Especially appreciated the personal anecdotes and stories that brought the whiskey to life. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned enthusiast, this whiskey experience is a must. I left with a deeper appreciation for whiskey and a few new favorites to seek out. Highly recommend!

We had a wonderful time thanks to our guide Tara! They were so kind and funny and knowledgeable about whisky!! Such a fun time even though we aren’t big whisky drinkers! The front desk staff was also able to change our reservation to an earlier hour which was super helpful because we wanted to get out of the rain!

We had the most fantastic time, i went because my partner is a Whisky drinker me not at all. i loved the experience to learn about the process, great interaction and the food menu chosen to finish was fantastic. great value for money. we took the scottish experience which is Platinum tour + diner i recommend 10000%.

It was a decent experience. Rather than showing the actual process or showing a real like thing, all they did was showing us a screen and kept playing videos. The pacing of serving the whiskey was also very poor, they gave one taster and depending on your plan they give more. Very I'll paced. This is an overpriced experience, wouldn't reccom.

Professional audio visual experience. Visiting an actual distillery is a better use of time. Staff professional and knew their lines. Whiskeys offered were fine and a free glass given to all. If you can't visit a distillery, this is a good alternative.

If you’re visiting Edinburgh, the Scottish Whisky Experience Tour is a must! We chose the Silver Tour since we were with our four year old and needed to be responsible adult. plus, it’s the only one that allows children. The staff took great care of us, which made both us and the other guests feel at ease. Our host was fantastic I believe her name was Laura (correct me if I’m wrong). She went above and beyond to make sure our daughter felt included and comfortable, which meant a lot to us, especially since this was her half term break. Absolutely worth every penny! P.s we took a stroller on the tour with us, which was fine.

One of the must-visit experience in Edinburgh!! Immersive audiovisual aspects and an excellent and detailed description provided by the tour guide, Evangeline. Learned about various types of scotch whiskies, how they are made and also how to appreciate them in the proper manner.

Nice attraction, our guide (Australian) was adorable

Brilliant, really good visual tour that tells you about whiskey and Scotland. Would come again.

A fun and informative tasting experience. Massive display of unique Scotch bottles. Highly recommended.

A visit here is a must! We booked in for an afternoon gold tour. On arrival we were warmly greeted by our guide Freya. She then took us through the tour which was both interesting and informative. All tours include the opportunity to taste a whiskey, the gold tour culminates with a guided tasting of four whiskeys from the different whiskey Scottish regions. Selected to capture the very different characteristics of each region, the generous measures were talked through and enjoyed. We ended our tour with a visit to the Amber bar where once again we received a warm welcome. Staff were able to guide us towards whiskeys that we would enjoy. Bar prices were excellent, especially with regard to rare/old malts. Whilst we didn't sample the food in the restaurant it looked delicious. A special mention must go to Jim in the shop. His knowledge and enthusiasm for whiskey was excellent. He gave us great advice regarding purchases and other interesting things to do in Edinburgh. It is worth mentioning that the gold tours can sell out well in advance so pre book.

Awesome experience learning about whisky. Ella was a fantastic guide and made it fun!

A great experience at the Scotch Whiskey Experience in Edinburgh! A big thank you to the staff for their warm welcome and for all the detailed explanations about whiskey culture. The store is also very friendly and well laid out. If you are passing through Edinburgh, this is an unmissable visit not to be missed!

We had such a great time, Matthew, our tour guide was fantastic and answered all our questions really well.. would highly recommend going (and trying the whisky truffles they have to offer).

Very nice tour! Nice and smooth and nicely put together. Our tour guide also did a super good job, truly a pro. I lost his name but it sounded like condom (the fun dude with the tattoo of a fish or whale or someting on his arm) Compliments to him and to the tour. :)

A very interesting experience. Interesting place, interactive images, very beautifully presented. A place definitely worth visiting

A must do experience. They explain the process and history of Scottish Whiskey with Spectacular hi tech visuals and an interactive guide. You get to taste a specific amount of different whiskeys based on that package you book, which I would recommend you do so a bit earlier. Archie our guide was very fun and informative and most importantly very helpful and knowledgeable. This is just besides the Edinburgh Castle and would definitely recommend a visit if possible.

Amazing! Interactive, informative and a great use of graphics. My wife gets travel sickness, so she wishes she took a tablet beforehand! But she enjoyed it nonetheless. Our guide, Freya, was excellent and was happy to answer all our questions, and even reminded us to get the discount in the shop at the end which we forgot about!

A perfect place for whiskey fans. The program is combined with multimedia films and a guide's narration. Telephone guides are available for people who do not speak English very well. This phone has the ability to translate into Polish. We have several packages to choose from - I took the silver one and had to try one of 5 whiskeys, today I would take the gold package (small difference in price) where I could try each of the 5 whiskeys from different regions. We receive a whiskey glass as a souvenir. A very nice time, nice service, and especially greetings to the guide Cobin.

We enjoyed taking this guided whiskey tour. The history and manufacture of alcohol is very interesting. We were able to taste one! A big thank you to Conor for his explanations and his impeccable French!

Absolutely amazing place and we’ll worth the visit

Great, interactive, and interesting tour. 100% worth it. Big thanks to the guide, Russel. Recommend 👍🏼

We had a very nice experience, the visuals are very interesting, we have audio guides in French if you don't know the language. We feel that the guides are invested and that makes the visit all the more interesting.

A very good and must to have experience center, if you are Whiskey lover, it would be great to know how it prepared and history

Had an amazing time at the experience and had a very good guided tour thanks to Matthew, he is well versed in the tour and very well informed when it comes to telling the difference in the different whiskey's at the tour. Overall a very nice and pleasant young man that made the experience that little bit more enjoyable as an Irish Whiskey drinker it opened my eyes to Scottish Whiskey

It has been a really nice tour. Tara is the best guide ever!

The guide Tara was wonderful, she gave an incredible tour and even helped us choose the bottles we bought. Worth every penny!

Firstly I have to say that our guide Lottie was wonderful. Passionate about her work and very kind. The rest of the experience is not bad but it is very expensive for what it offers. It is dynamic and well explained but sometimes the connection to the speaker that translated the information to us was interrupted and everything was very fast for the next group to enter. In our experience we tried a single whiskey and paid almost €30 per person… The truth is that the concept is good but I would not recommend it based on what I have stated previously.

Definitely worth a visit. We did the gold tour with Archie, and he was a FABULOUS guide!!!!! Honestly made the whole experience the group loved him. Super knowledge and informative and a really interesting and fun experience.

I booked a tour and was an hour early..what can I say, I was rebooked earlier and got a private tour!!!..already knew a lot about whiskey, but the presentation was really extraordinary...many thanks to Robyn, who made the tour a great experience with her warm manner..I would love to come back..the shop is also very well stocked..I took a lot of whiskey and chocolate with me 😊

During my recent visit to The Scotch Whisky Experience, I had the pleasure of being guided by Isabella, whose passion and knowledge made the tour truly exceptional. From the moment we started, her enthusiasm for whisky and storytelling skills brought Scotland’s rich whisky heritage to life.The experience itself was well-organized, beginning with an engaging multimedia presentation and a sensory journey through the different whisky regions

We had a great time there and learned a lot about whiskey. The whiskey collection is enormous and great! Our guide Tara made the whole experience unique and fun, as she was truly knowledgeable and engaging! Totally worth it.

Very enlightening experience in the whiskey culture. Our guide, Tara, was excellent. Very friendly and informative

An absolutely amazing experience, hosted by a fabulous guide (Jackson) who made the 90 mins fly by in a blink with their knowledge and passion. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Scotland and wanting to learn about whisky.

We went in for a tour at 1:30pm and emerged at 6:30pm. What a FANTASTIC experience! The tour (my partner and I did the Gold) was very thorough; you could be a whisky novice or a collector and still probably walk away learning something new. The collection was impressive, the delivery was dramatic and engaging, and the knowledge sealed the deal. Everyone was extremely helpful and enthusiastic about whisky. Shout out to Emma, our tour guide!

Really useful and fun! In particular, the guide Archie is the best! He explained everything thoroughly until the end. I was impressed!!! I can't say anything about whiskey~~ It's so delicious After the tour, my wallet automatically opened at the Whiskey Shop hahaha. If you're hesitating, there's a Korean audio guide, so do it. I didn't know there was Korean, so I did it in English, but it's not bad either.

Had the chance to pop in to learn more about the whiskeys and taste some of them. It was absolutely fantastic - the team were so friendly and knowledgable and accommodating. Specially shoutout to Dani who was amazing!

Had such a nice time doing a tour here! Our tour guide Evangeline was super sweet and knowledgeable. The tasting is a very fun way to end the tour, even if you normally don’t drink whisky. Would definitely recommend!

The tour was fun. The Whisky tasting was good . I learned a lot through a fun experience.

Very interesting and informative tour, explaining the history and heritage of scotch whisky in a fun and interactive way. Our guide Ella was very enthusiastic about Scotland in general and the whisky experience specifically and her enthusiasm shone through to further evidence the experience. A nice selection of whiskies to taste and I definitely learned something about how to differentiate different types of whisky and the various distilling regions. Worth a visit if you like scotch whisky.

Evangeline was a great tour guide, her enthusiasm made our tine at the museum even more enjoyable. I also loved the effects and fun facts

Fantastic tour from Lisa and a great selection of whiskys to try. Would recommend the gold tour. Fabulous shop also

Great experience! Whiskey to taste!

Superb visit. The audio guide in French was very clear, and our guide Angelica was exceptional: smiling, passionate, and really invested in her role. I, who knew nothing about it, learned a lot about whiskey thanks to accessible explanations and magnificent images shown during the visit. The tasting at the end of the course was a real plus, and we even left with a nice glass as a souvenir! I highly recommend!

I'm not really a whiskey drinker but was so interesting and interactive. Laura was so informed and fun we had a great time! Highly recommend. Very nice bar downstairs for after. Lovely staff all round

First of all we have to thank our guide Marcus, the very nice, friendly and prepared guy. Also when we entered, all the guys greeted us with a smile... really thank you... The tour is spectacular and the whiskeys we have tried too ,something to do at all in edinburgh

Went to Edinburgh over the weekend to celebrate my birthday. I am not a drinker by nature however I do enjoy a single malt whiskey. Booked the scotch whiskey experience as part of the birth treat. I can honestly say that it was a great experience throughout .The whole family, including the teenager kids really enjoyed it and was very interactive and informative. Basil our guide and was fantastic. She had perfect timing on her presentation in line with the interactive displays and other voiceovers. She explained everything perfectly and provided the right amount of detail when whiskey tasting. I normally have questions to ask but to be honest, everything was covered. I would thoroughly recommend this experience if you go to Edinburgh. I will be booking this experience again when I’m back in Scotland. I can’t wait!

Not much of a scotch person….but decided to give this a try. Freya our tour guide was awesome….very personable and knowledgeable tour guide….i would definitely recommend

The number of whiskey tasting tours available varies depending on the price. The video explanations are also elaborate and enjoyable. There is also a shop specializing in whiskey, so it is recommended if you just want a souvenir. Due to popularity, reservations are required.

Absolutely phenomenal experience! Our guide was the best; he is a master of that Scottish dry humor that we love. The collection is impressive, and the varieties we tried were great. I left with a definite favorite.

We booked this activity on a whim just before boarding a flight to Edinburgh. An immersive experience that takes us on a journey through the history of this beverage. Small downside to the audio guides in French. The translation was not live with the guide's speech which could create incomprehension for us.

Just what I expected when I booked. History of whisky, explanation of the various types and how and where they are produced, and finally tasting. Plus, Dani was very kind, I told her that I don't speak English very well and she made herself available to repeat when I didn't understand. In short, nothing that isn't good.

There was a construction so we couldn’t visit there

Although I'm a Scottish Whisky aficionado with an extensive bottle collection over 27 years, I had been planning on seeing this exhibition for some time. I was not disappointed! I arrived first thing in the morning and was the only person on my tour. The guide was very well informed and educated on some of the finer points of the dram that I didn't know. Probably because my nip doesn't last long once it's poured into a glass. However, I enjoyed the scratch and sniff card and my neat Ardnamurchan tipple and for the very first time I used a stopper of water to add just 4 drops of water. To my amazement, I never believed that the reaction would make the aroma even more intense. You end the tour in a bar where you can sample to your hearts content but not if your driving of course! On the way down you go through the shop and if you have a spare £50k you can walk away with a rare 50 year old.......whisky that is lol!!! So, I highly recommend a tour no matter the cost but don't be scared to ask for a concession if you're over 60. Seeing all that value in the water of life has inspired me to catalogue my portfolio of rare unopened bottles! Any takers?

Really cool experience regardless of whether or not you’re a whiskey fan. The tiny bottles you can purchase in the shop at the end make for great souvenirs.

Aiden and Robin (trainee) were our guides on the platinum tour and we had a fantastic time! Aiden is very knowledgeable, friendly, and informative. You may think it's a tourist trap based on its close proximity to Edinburgh Castle, but I assure you it is money well spent!

Excellent tour to learn more about the production and processes that whiskey takes, they have an audio guide in Spanish, you also learn a lot about the flavors, colors, and aromas of Scotch whiskey.

Clear and engaging education on Scotch whisky made the info very memorable. Cannot fault this experience and would 11/10 do it again! Johnnie (apologies if I've misspelt the name) was a fantastic host - great humour and very knowledgeable answering all questions in depth like you'd expect. You get a free whiskey glass with the gold tour and overall I'd say it is banging value for money! The shop after the tour concludes is really cool too with a huge range of scotch whiskys to buy and even a £20,000 50 year aged one too which was a sight to behold. Highly, highly recommend.

What a place! Learnt so much and was proper interesting! The staff were really knowledgeable and the whiskey tried was perfect! They explained how to find your perfect whiskey and I found it’ thank you all

An absolute must visit for someone interested in scotch. Our guide Laura was absolutely amazing. She was super friendly and kindly answered any question we had in detail. She definitely knows her stuff! Its a very impressive tour that goes in detail about process of making scotch and they even have the worlds largest whisky collection!

Ok, before this tour, of my own experience, I was under the impression that scotch tasted like burnt paint thinner with a little sharpie marker tossed in. We signed up for the Gold tour, which included some comparative tasting at the end. It was a very informative tour that explained the process of making scotch. I learned a lot. The tasting at the end helped me understand that each area of Scotland has distinct flavors, and that some are quite palatable. Even though I’m probably not going to become a scotch aficionado, it was a really great learning experience and it was quite enjoyable!

Our guide was great. The only problem is that we felt like we were on a hurry. The whole experience is made up of different rooms to explore and different visiting groups are in a line. There was such a noise that I had to read our guide's lips while tasting whiskies.

This is a long overdue review. We visited in October 2024. Such a informative tour. Emma was a fantastic guide: funny, inclusive, and patient. She helped us choose several bottles to bring home, including our new favorite: the Morrison Mac-Talla Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky Flora.

Nice experience but felt a bit like a tourist trap. Still worth doing while visiting Edinburgh

This was such an awesome tour! Very informative. Tour guide was energetic and friendly. All tastings were well thought out. We added the dinner on and really enjoyed that meal with an additional pairing. The dinner easily accommodated my GF and shellfish free diet.

This place - the collection, the ambience, the miniatures! My god! What a beautiful shop and a wild collection! I didn't buy anything as I had to carry light, but I'm splurging here on my next visit! 🤌

Nice experience! Nice guide and wonderful trip with introduction of the history of Scottish whisky, the stuffs are professional, you can have a nice trip here. And I want shout out to Bella you are the best guide I ever met!

A pleasant history of a very Scottish subject, well presented and told.

I did the Taste of Scotland and it was awesome! It included a Platinum Tour which was quite the experience. I loved getting to try all the different whisky regions in a non-intimidating setting. Aiden was a fantastic host. I learned a lot and especially liked the scratch-and-sniff portion of the night! The food at the amber was very good. It was fun getting to pair food with whisky which is not something I do often. Usually I have wine pairings, so this was a fun change. I especially liked the Chicken Balmoral and the Venison. The Sticky Toffee Pudding was incredible and could end all other Sticky Toffee Puddings that I’ve ever had lol.