Edinburgh New Town Whisky Tour

Edinburgh’s New Town Whisky Tour: A tour through the whisky culture in the capital city

Photo: VisitScotland/Kenny Lam

Edinburgh is renowned for its stunning architecture, charming streets, and rich history. Additionally, its New Town is home to some of the best whisky bars in Scotland. If you’re a whisky lover and want to explore this beautiful area in a unique way, a walking whisky tour is an excellent option.

Explore Edinburgh’s New Town and discover hidden gems on a whisky tour. You will visit unique bars and pubs with distinct character and atmosphere. During the tour, you will immerse yourself in the history and culture of Scotland’s whisky while sampling an array of rare and unusual whiskies from independent and craft producers.

About Edinburgh’s New Town Whisky Tour

1. The tour begins at a whisky bar located in an old Victorian pump house in Edinburgh’s heart, with a knowledgeable guide and fellow whisky lovers.
2. Stroll through picturesque streets and alleyways, visiting multiple bars along the way.
3. Whisky-tasting experience at each bar, featuring carefully selected whiskies showcasing Scotland’s diversity.
4. Learn about different whisky regions and styles, and develop the ability to appreciate unique flavours and aromas.
5. Experience whiskies that are uncommon and not typically found in supermarkets.
6. Emphasis on showcasing lesser-known distilleries prioritizing sustainability and good practices of whisky making.
7. Highlighting locally sourced barley and the impact of provenance on whisky flavour.

About the Independent Bottlers Tour

All of the above, but with whiskies coming from Independent Bottlers.

Independent bottlers are usually smaller businesses or individuals whose main job is to source the best whisky casks available in Scotland. Their whiskies are very limited, with just a few hundred bottles per release. These whiskies often come from distilleries you have never heard of or whiskies with funky characteristics, flavour profiles and unexpected maturation processes.

Whiskies from independent bottlers often come from one particular cask (single cask) at a higher %ABV, which means more flavour, complexity, and characteristics regardless of age.

If you want to deepen your whisky journey and try unique whisky gems, this tour is for you!

Why book a whisky tour with us?

• Once Upon a Whisky received the top regional award in the 2022/2023 Scottish Thistle Awards for food and drink experiences.
• We were also a finalist for the national award, recognizing our commitment to exceptional customer service and 5-star whisky experiences.
• Our tour offers authentic experiences and the opportunity to try unique whiskies not commonly available.
• Explore Edinburgh’s diverse whisky scene by visiting distinctive and exciting whisky bars in the New Town area.

What are you going to learn in Edinburgh’s New Town Whisky Tour?

• Listen to fascinating stories and insights into the history and culture of whisky in Scotland.
• Learn about the traditional methods of whisky production and the rise of craft and independent producers putting their unique stamp on Scotland’s national drink.
• Gain a new appreciation for the diversity and complexity of whisky and a deeper understanding of its place in Scottish culture.
• Experience the best of Edinburgh’s New Town whisky scene through an unforgettable whisky adventure.

Book your spot today and unleash those hidden whisky-tasting skills that we all carry inside.

We can also accommodate large groups and private tours. If you have a special request, please give us a shout.