The Scotch Whisky Experience
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Edinburgh and the Lothians

The Scotch Whisky Experience

Central Scotland
About

The Scotch Whisky Experience

A range of Whisky tour experiences, available in 20 languages including BSL & ASL - see our website for more information. Home to Amber Restaurant, the world’s largest Scotch collection and the Scotch Whisky Training School. Tutored tastings, whisky-themed dining packages and private events also available.

When you can visit

Check the tours below for upcoming availability.

Region / Area

Edinburgh and the Lothians

From

£21

Rating

4.7 (11,511 Google reviews) View on Google
Experiences

Tours Available

The Lagg Whisky Experience
Distillery tour

The Lagg Whisky Experience

Experience the sights, sounds and tastes of whisky making, all set to the breath-taking backdrop of Ailsa Craig and the Firth of Clyde. The standard experience for those looking to...

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From

£21 /person

20 guests
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The Lagg Chocolate & Whisky Pairing
Distillery tour

The Lagg Chocolate & Whisky Pairing

Relax in our whisky bar with our trio of Lagg limited edition Inaugural releases, paired with six specially selected James of Arran chocolates. What's included Three Lagg Single Ma...

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From

£23 /person

20 guests
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Dewar's Whisky Blending Experience
Distillery tour

Dewar's Whisky Blending Experience

Learn the art of the Master Blender, create your own style and take a 100ml bottle of your own blend away. WHAT’S INCLUDED: 30 minute sensory session on the art of blending 30 minu...

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From

£55 /person

20 guests
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Dewar's Whisky Explorer Experience
Distillery tour

Dewar's Whisky Explorer Experience

This immersive journey takes you from the origins of Dewar’s Whisky to a guided exploration of our Aberfeldy Distillery, culminating in a premium, sensory whisky tasting featuring...

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From

£60 /person

20 guests
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Raasay - Living the DRAAM - Dunnage Warehouse Experience
Warehouse tasting

Raasay - Living the DRAAM - Dunnage Warehouse Experience

For the whisky lover looking to explore our signature DRAAM recepie! Nestled behind our local village, Inverarish, lives our dunnage cask maturation warehouse. Surrounded by an abu...

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From

£90 /person

20 guests
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Google reviews

What visitors say

“I had a fantastic experience at The Scotch Whisky Experience in Edinburgh. The tour was informative, engaging, and suitable for both beginners and whisky enthusiasts. The guides were knowledgeable and passionate, making the history and production of Scotch whisky easy to understand. The whisky tasting was excellent, and the impressive whisky collection was a highlight of the visit. The location near Edinburgh Castle is convenient, and the overall atmosphere was welcoming and enjoyable. I would highly recommend this attraction to anyone visiting Edinburgh and looking to learn more about Scotland’s whisky heritage.”

Everyday Explorer · 2 months ago

“Located directly across from the Witches' Well and just steps from Edinburgh Castle, The Scotch Whisky Experience combines multimedia exhibits with guided whisky tastings to introduce visitors to the rich history and traditions behind Scotland's most iconic spirit. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and felt that we learned a great deal about whisky production, Scottish culture, and the country's heritage. It's highly recommended for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of Scotland beyond its famous landmarks and explore an important part of its cultural identity. Booking in advance is also recommended, especially during peak tourist season, as tours can fill up quickly.”

H. J. · 2 months ago

“💰 Price / Value for Money - Very good A well-designed experience that combines whisky tasting, storytelling, and technology in an entertaining way. 💡 Tip - Even if you're not a whisky expert, the explanations make the tasting easy to understand and enjoyable. Cash payments are accepted. ✅ Would I Recommend? Yes Innovative digital presentations and storytelling kept the experience engaging from start to finish. Time passed surprisingly quickly. Very friendly reception staff. Interesting collection of whisky bottles on display. You can choose from five different whiskies for the tasting. Each whisky is explained in detail by the guide. A tasting glass is included and can be taken home as a souvenir. Additional whisky tastings can be purchased at the end of the tour. 🌍 Background - Adult tourists, first time in Edinburgh.”

Anastasia Chistyakova · 2 months ago

“Good little tour, the guide was brilliant. Family of 4 tickets were very reasonable but I felt like it was over pretty quickly and the tour mainly consisted of listening to the guide and watching on screens. That said we did enjoy the tour, I would have maybe just like something a little extra to compliment the tour.”

Holly Parker · 2 months ago

“The best tour! I was with a batch that Marshall toured. He was knowledgeable, approachable and funny. The cutting-edge facility really offers you your money’s worth. I’m glad I’ve taken the Gold tour. Highly recommended! They can also accommodate people with mobility difficulty. Which is an A+! Sláinte Mhath!”

Sushmito Praxides · 2 months ago

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