WORLDWIDE · DISTILLERY TOURS IN SCOTLAND
Some of these are a twenty-minute walk round a visitor centre and some open a warehouse. The 15 below say which is which, with prices, dram counts and how far each one is from a city.
Tour Edinburgh’s Holyrood Distillery for gin, whisky, a welcome cocktail, clever production methods, tastings, and practical city-center access.
“Tourgide Maichelin was very entertaining, witty and the tour was highly informative ... i can recommend this tour for everybody who is interested in Whisky and Gin tasting and a very hip and innovative new Distillery in Edinburgh”
Tour Glasgow’s Clydeside Distillery, learn whisky-making in the Old Pumphouse, enjoy River Clyde views, and taste three drams.
“Fantastic time on this tour. Our guide Madeline was fantastic. Was a very small tour at the time and she kept us entertained. I enjoyed the whiskey tasting, I now know Napier is my favourite Glasgow distilled whiskey. As a Glaswegian I enjoyed learning our history and supporting a local venture that is trying to bring whiskey back to the heart of Glasgow.”
Tour Edinburgh’s Port of Leith Distillery, explore its vertical design, bottle new make spirit, and taste whisky in production.
“Beautiful new distillery, and the second vertical one in Europe. Our tour guide Olivia was knowledgeable and fun. We got to bottle and keep a small bottle of their "hearts" distilled spirit. The tasting was good. ***WARNING: Given it's a new distillery they have yet to release their own whisky. Thus that is not part of the tasting.***”
See how Edinburgh’s Holyrood Distillery makes whisky and gin, then taste both on a lively one-hour tour near the city center.
“We really enjoyed this tour. For a newer distillery, they are doing a great job with gins and whiskey. Hope to see their gins available in the US in the future. Good luck!”
Review of Aberfeldy Distillery: whisky making, small-group tours, tastings, prices, access, transport, and practical booking tips.
“Excellent tour with no shortage of whisky. The whole experience was fantastic with lots of interesting information. The restaurant was an additional excellent experience and a great surprise, everything was spot on.”
Tour Glengoyne Distillery near Glasgow, see whisky made the traditional way, then taste three single malts with Scottish chocolates.
“Our guide Arthur was so kind and knowlegdeable - it made the tour experience really special!”
Explore Scotland in Spanish on a 12-hour small-group tour with waterfalls, lochs, Stirling, the Kelpies, and a distillery visit.
“Excellent tour. Very good service and a recommendable way to get to know the Scottish Highlands. Very good service and predisposition from Jonny. We have learned a lot about Scotland with him and he has given us very good recommendations. Thank you.”
Explore Rosslyn Chapel, Melrose Abbey, the Scottish Borders, and Glenkinchie Distillery on an 8-hour tour from Edinburgh.
“This day trip was a perfect blend of history, nature, and whisky. The excellent weather made every stop even more enjoyable, and each location had something special to offer. Whether you’re a history buff, a whisky lover, or simply looking for a scenic getaway, combined with an excellent guidance of Andrew made this trip a gem of our Scotland adventure. Thanks Andrew and crew.”
Review of Holyrood Distillery’s one-hour Edinburgh whisky tour, with four tastings, production insights, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Matthew was a great tour guide! so knowledgeable, didn't speak too fast, AND was so patient with answering questions”
Tour Edinburgh’s vertical Port of Leith Distillery, taste new make, port, sherry and whisky, and enjoy sweeping Leith views.
“Adaline was the perfect tourguide for us. Very funny and had very big knowledge of the distillery and the history and how every thing works. You get your own bottle of the new make whiskey and there is also a tasting included with 5 or 6 spirits to taste! For us it was the only whiskey tour we considered doing among all the others in edinburgh and it was the right choice! The building is beautiful as well and there is even a bar & restaurant upstairs!”
Review of Edinburgh’s Rosslyn Chapel, Melrose Abbey and Glenkinchie tour, with practical advice on value, timing, tickets and what to expect.
“Very knowledgeable and punctual driver. Always made sure we were present before taking off to the next destination. Beautiful countryside and whiskey. Definitely would recommend.. the people at glenkinski are the most hospitable people I have ever met.”
Tour Belfast’s historic Titanic Pumphouse, learn its dockside story, and taste Irish whiskey and vodka in a one-hour guided visit.
“Our guide, Brian, was fun, interesting and engaging. The tour was fascinating and we found the tasting very informative.”
Review of Holyrood Distillery’s one-hour Edinburgh whisky tour, with four tastings, practical tips, pricing, guides, and who should book.
“Finn was a wealth of information. We loved learning about whiskey. I took what I learned and applied it as I sampled other whiskeys around town.”
Review of Inverness’s Uilebheist Brewery and Distillery tour, with whisky, beer, local folklore, tasting details, price, and practical tips.
“Our guide, Richard, was very knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything in detail. Tasting part of the tour was a bit lacking.”
Review of a 9-hour Inverness tour with Loch Ness cruise, Urquhart Castle, Beauly, whisky tasting, Culloden, and Clava Cairns.
“Amber the tour guide was really amazing, she explained each and every part of the tour in detail even though there were just few people on the bus and was very helpful. Loch Ness Cruise was just magnificent and a great experience.”
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