Edinburgh Whisky & Food Tours

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.

Whisky 101! An introduction to the history, process, and tasting of our national drink - whisky - all done in 90 minutes in a unique underground space, recently uncovered, in the heart of the Old Town of Edinburgh. You will have exclusive access to this historical site, taste whiskies from each of the major whisky regions and hear some of the stories about how whisky came to have such a crucial role in our nations history.

Take a trip into whisky paradise on our 1 day Ultimate Whisky Experience tour from Edinburgh. Visit two distilleries; Dewar's and The Glenturret; and enjoy a relaxing stop in the village of Aberfeldy on this Scottish Whisky trail. *Glenturret Distillery is closed in January and we will visit Blair Athol Distillery instead.

Join us for our classic tour - the perfect introduction to Holyrood Distillery! Sip on a seasonal cocktail as your guide welcomes you to the distillery. Let us introduce you to our story as we put Edinburgh back onto the whisky map as the city’s first single malt distillery for over a hundred years. Alongside a sample of our classic expression, learn about how we apply our whisky-making ethos to create our award-winning Height of Arrows Gin with just 3 ingredients. In our whisky distillery, watch our washbacks foaming and our copper stills bubbling as your guide highlights the different stages of scotch production. From heritage and speciality malts to alternative yeasts, find out more about what we do differently to create exciting and innovative flavours for our single malts. Following a tutored tasting of our single malt whisky, delve deeper into our methods of flavour creation through our careful selection of seasoned oak barrels from around the world.

*Includes entry to Glengoyne and Deanston Distilleries in the tour price. Scotch whisky is ingrained within Scottish culture. The ancient Scots used it to heal common ailments and keep warm throughout the winter. And now, Scottish whisky exports make up one quarter of the UK’s international food and drink trade. It’s a fascinating part of Scottish heritage, and on this tour, you learn about it at two distinct distilleries. You visit Glengoyne, a tiny, quaint distillery located at the foot of a delightful hill. And you explore Deanston distillery, a large distillery with a fascinating industrial past. What’s more is you blend these delicious flavours with a visit to one of the most famous lochs in the whole of Scotland at the Loch Lomond National Park. So take this tour, sample a delectable range of whiskies, and learn about Scotland’s national drink.

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) and follow in the footsteps of great Scottish heroes on this historic and scenic trip into the Scottish heartlands. Enjoy a day with at least 5 fabulous stops including Stirling Castle (please pre-book independently for the 10.30 admission time at Stirling Castle's website), whisky tour and tasting at the Glengoyne Distillery and a scenic drive through the Highlands to the legendary Loch Lomond.

Whiskies you wouldn't be able to try otherwise, in an underground location unlike anything you've ever seen! 5 drams of top shelf whisky, the kind you'd pine over in the shop but never consider buying for yourself, and now is your opportunity to try it.

Enjoy a 1-day tour of the country and experience a fantastic introduction to Scotland through three of the country's most famous elements: castles, lochs, and whisky. From Stirling to Loch Lomond and to a distillery, learn about Scotland through its history, scenery, and love of the perfect dram.

Enjoy a day of whisky and waterfalls on a small-group day trip from Edinburgh, led by a friendly local guide! After a stop in Falkirk to see the Kelpies, travel through the Scottish Highlands, passing alongside Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. Stop at the Famous Grouse whisky distillery for lunch and a tour (both payable at own expense) and, after sampling a wee dram of whisky, continue to the Hermitage, a natural beauty spot that’s home to the impressive Black Linn Falls.

This experience offers a true taste of Scotland in an intimate cellar right on Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile. With a maximum of just 10 guests, each session is personal, relaxed, and engaging — a world away from crowded, touristy tours. Our whisky masterclass is designed to be welcoming for both beginners and enthusiasts, blending expert education with storytelling and fun. Plus, with options to upgrade to premium and rare drams, you can tailor the experience to suit your curiosity or passion for whisky. It's an authentic, intimate way to discover the magic of Scotch whisky in the heart of the city.

Embark on a sensory journey through Scotland’s whisky. Explore Edinburgh’s Old Town, where the world’s largest Scottish whisky company was founded and a vibrant history of “aqua vitae” (or the “water of life”) began. Colourful history, tradition and a candlelit whisky tasting The tour continues with a whisky tasting in our candlelit underground Megget’s Cellar. Hear captivating tales, breathe in the rich aromas, and savour a single malt tasting in our exclusive underground vaults. There’s no better way to warm the spirits. You’ll taste four Scottish whiskies, under the guidance of our whisky specialist.

Travel back in time as you discover the history of whisky in Scotland while you sample 4 different Single Malt Scotch Whiskies. Discover the people who have made Scotch the success it is today and enjoy the company of fellow likeminded travellers in the setting of one of Edinburgh’s historic bars. After the tour, unwind downstairs at the bar with their selection of over 300 whiskies.

Enjoy an expert-led guided tour through our whisky distillery. You’ll learn about the heritage and traditions of scotch whisky production, as well as Holyrood’s innovative approach in creating new and unique whiskies. The tour includes a guided tasting of 4 delicious drams ranging from new-make spirit, aged new-make, and fully matured whisky to demonstrate our journey to our inaugural release, which launched in October 2023.

Whisky - love it or loathe it, you can’t ignore it. Join us on a small-group tour that has a taste of it all! Scotland’s national drink is a fiery, full-bodied experience, and whether you’re raising a glass in admiration or cautiously taking a sip, it’s all part of the adventure. You’ll learn why this golden dram is our biggest export, and who knows, you might just discover a new favourite. Or if whisky isn't your thing, explore the little market town of Crieff, packed with quirky shops and cosy cafés. Along the way, we’ll take in spectacular waterfalls, wander through an ancient glen steeped in legend, explore lush Highland woodlands, and stop by a picture-perfect village. Even if whisky isn’t your thing, the scenery alone is worth the trip!

Guided by a Distillery Ambassador, you'll discover the unique whisky making process at one of Scotland's most significant working distilleries. The beautifully restored Rosebank Distillery is one of Scotland's top whisky destinations and offers a world-class visitor experience. Your tour finishes with a perfect tutored tasting of two award-winning single malt whiskies.