WORLDWIDE · WHISKY TASTINGS
No driving, no factory floor, just a flight poured and talked through by somebody who knows the distillery. The 15 below are compared on how many drams you get, what they cost, and whether food turns up with them.
Taste four Scottish single malts in Edinburgh while hearing folklore, whisky history, and lively stories in a private lounge.
“The teller Angus was fantastic. Extremely good value for money.”
Review of the Nashville to Jack Daniel’s bus tour, with whiskey tastings, Lynchburg free time, pricing, timing, tips, and practical advice.
“I was hoping we would see more of the property owned by the distillery. Where he was born, raised, and so on.”
Tour Dublin’s Irish Whiskey Museum, explore four historic rooms, and taste classic or premium Irish whiskeys with a master taster.
“Stuart was an incredible guide. Very knowledgeable and made the tour very entertaining.”
Taste four Scottish single malts, hear folklore from lively local guides, and discover Edinburgh’s whisky culture in a cozy two-hour lounge.
“Do this tour- so fascinating and educational and not cheesy or weird. I was concerned at first but our storyteller was so engaging and entertaining the time flew by and we walked away with such good history and awareness of this great city-- I never do dinner attached to a tour and it seemed those that did were not happy but the actual whiskey tasting and story telling was 5 stars!”
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.”
Review the Jameson Midleton Distillery Experience near Cork, with historic buildings, whiskey-making insight, guided tastings, and practical tips.
“Highly recommend . Tour master was great with good information and eager to answer questions. Tastings were wonderful and after drink with other travelers sharing experience was fun.”
Review of Rabbie's 9.5-hour Highlands day trip from Edinburgh, with Dunkeld, Black Linn Falls, Queen's View, and Dewar's whisky tasting.
“Excellent tour. The two Sean’s were very knowledgeable and interesting.”
Taste four Scottish whiskies in Edinburgh’s Lost Close, with lively stories, regional insight, upgrade options, and a memorable underground setting.
“Mark was a lovely host. The whisky selection was great.”
Taste four Scottish whiskies beneath Edinburgh’s Old Town while learning about regional styles, whisky-making, and the city’s lost underground spaces.
“It was a warm, intimate experience where you were treated like an old friend and made very comfortable. Our hostess was very knowledgeable about her subject and share a lot of interesting facts not only about where the whiskeys came from, but how they are made and how to properly appreciate them.”
Taste three full-cask-strength spirits at Nashville Barrel Co, with bourbon, rye, Tennessee whiskey, rum, and agave options.
“The staff was very friendly and gave us good information. It was informal and I’m recommending to friends.”
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.”
Tour Dublin Liberties Distillery for whiskey-making stories, three tastings, cocktails, and a close look at Dublin’s historic Liberties neighborhood.
“We had such a great time in this tour! Our guide Kelly was so knowledgeable and answered all our questions. You can expect a 45 minute tour and 3 samples. There is a great bar to hang out at after as well.”
Taste five rare Scottish whiskies beneath Edinburgh’s Old Town, with expert stories, regional flavors, and an atmospheric Lost Close setting.
“Excellent premium whiskys and wonderful host. The setting was another notable feature. Would book again.”
Taste five Irish whiskeys in historic Dublin pubs, learn the craft, and follow literary connections near Trinity College with a local guide.
“Andrew made this experience totally worth it, using his expansive knowledge of Irish Whisky along with a keen wit. 5-star all the way.”
Review of Clonakilty Distillery’s 75-minute whiskey tour in West Cork, with two tastings, a farm film, group size, price, and booking tips.
“Good tour, not an awful not to the distillery in fairness but interesting non the less. The product is far more interesting than the tour!”
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