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Private Edinburgh Whisky Themed Walking Tour by an Expert
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
$677.05
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Edinburgh's rich tapestry of whisky history comes alive on this exclusive walking tour, guided by a former whisky brand ambassador renowned for their expertise. Immerse yourself in the captivating stories and flavors of Scotland's national spirit as you stroll through the city's historic streets.
- 🏷️ Private Edinburgh Whisky Themed Walking Tour: Enjoy a personalized experience with an expert guide, exclusively for your group, ensuring an intimate exploration of whisky's heritage.
- 🏨 Pickup included: Conveniently meet your guide at your hotel, with the option to be dropped off at a nearby whisky pub after the tour.
- 🕒 Duration of 4 hours: Savor a leisurely pace as you delve into the fascinating world of whisky over an engaging four-hour journey.
- 🏛️ Begin at St Giles’ Cathedral: Anchor your understanding of whisky's medieval origins at this iconic landmark, setting the stage for your adventure.
- 🏥 Discover whisky's medicinal history: Learn about whisky's role as the "water of life" while passing by Surgeons' Hall Museum, where its healing properties were once celebrated.
- 🍻 Visit the historic Doctors pub: Stop by this landmark establishment, founded in 1874, to enjoy a dram and appreciate its connections to Edinburgh University and the old Royal Infirmary.
- 🏙️ Explore the Georgian New Town: Discuss the influences of regulation and taxation on whisky as you make your way to the Cafe Royal, the oldest dedicated whisky pub in the area.
- 🌄 Admire views from Calton Hill: Take in stunning panoramas of Edinburgh while learning about the innovations that helped whisky gain mass appeal.
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Private Edinburgh Whisky Themed Walking Tour by an Expert
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours
- Experienced guide: whisky expert
- Meals
- Drinks/drams at any of the pubs (optional)
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Royal Mile‘Aqua Vitae & the Church’ We will begin our tour at St Giles’ Cathedral, at the top of the Royal Mile, to anchor whisky’s medieval origins and its early association with monks. As we stroll down the Royal Mile, why not stop over at the Royal Mile Whiskies for a glance of the many whiskies on offer.
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Surgeons' Hall Museum‘Whisky as Medicine’ We will then walk down past the High Street toward Surgeons’ Hall, as we discuss whisky’s role as the “water of life” dispensed by medics.
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Edinburgh Old TownDoctors - Historic Pub Going through Cowgate, we will have the opportunity to skip by the Doctors pub for a dram. This pub founded in 1874 is a historic landmark with links to Edinburgh University and the old Royal Infirmary, and has a great selection of whiskies on offer.
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Expansion & Industry — Union, Taxes & Prosperity We will head north across North Bridge into the Georgian New Town, as we discuss England’s influence on whisky regulation, taxation, and commercial opportunity. We will stop over at the Cafe Royal, considered the oldest dedicated whisky pub in this district.
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The Age of Blending: Grocers & Innovation We will then walk toward Calton Hill, which spans stunning views of Edinburgh. We will discuss how grocers like Valvona & Crolla pioneered blending and helped whisky reach mass appeal. From the Calton Hill viewpoint, we will note the industry highs and lows.
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Panda & SonsFuture of Whisky We will finish off our tour with an optional stop at Panda & Sons for a modern whisky cocktail experience. This will be a good opportunity to discuss innovation, mixology, and whisky’s current renaissance. From here, we can either walk you back to your hotel, or leave you to enjoy the rest of the day as you sample the many whisky cocktails on offer.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Private Edinburgh Whisky Themed Walking Tour by an Expert
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
$677.05
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!