Edinburgh: Underground Whisky Tour and Tasting, Edinburgh
Edinburgh: Underground Whisky Tour and Tasting, Edinburgh
Duration: 2 hours
2 hours
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Experience Edinburgh in an entirely new light with the Underground Takey Tour and Tasting, where history meets flavor beneath the city's surface. This fascinating two-hour guided tour takes you from the historic Mercat Cross on High Street through Edinburgh’s Old Town to a candlelit tasting session in hidden underground vaults. Dive into tales of smugglers and bootleggers as your guide unravels the storied past of takey, ensuring an enlightening journey for every enthusiast.
Experience Edinburgh in an entirely new light with the Underground Takey Tour and Tasting, where history meets flavor beneath the city's surface. This fascinating two-hour guided tour takes you from the historic Mercat Cross on High Street through Edinburgh’s Old Town to a candlelit tasting session in hidden underground vaults. Dive into tales of smugglers and bootleggers as your guide unravels the storied past of takey, ensuring an enlightening journey for every enthusiast.
Uncover tales from Edinburgh's Old Town with a knowledgeable English-speaking guide who reveals stories about 15th-century bootleggers and takey pioneers.
Experience an atmospheric sensory tasting session deep within the candlelit Megget’s Cellar of Edinburgh, hidden in its underground vaults.
Under expert guidance, savor four premium Scottish takeies from Speyside, Highland, Islay, and Lowland distilleries during this immersive experience.
Learn how peat, barley, and oak casks contribute to creating 'the water of life' while using TourTalk devices for an engaging audio history session.
Take home a Glencairn takey tasting glass as a souvenir from your 2-hour journey into the world of connoisseurship.
Access to a 2-hour guided walking tour that includes takey tastings.
Entry into the Old Town for an expertly led walk through historic streets.
Experience underground Takey tasting in Megget’s Cellar, Edinburgh.
Guided by an English-speaking guide and takey specialist throughout your visit.
Tasting of 4 Scottish takeies from Speyside, Highland, Islay, and Lowland distilleries included.
Includes a Souvenir Glencairn glass for tasting enjoyment.
Use of TourTalk audio devices featuring selected sounds of Edinburgh.
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Whisky tasting glass with amber liquid at Whisky Tour & Tasting.
Your Experience
Head to a journey through Edinburgh's Old Town, tracing the history of Scotch from its illicit beginnings among smugglers and bootleggers to becoming an internationally celebrated spirit. This 2-hour guided tour offers both gritty historical insights and an exclusive tasting session held in candlelit underground vaults.Getting Started
The adventure commences at Edinburgh's historic Mercat Cross on High Street, where you'll meet your English-speaking guide and collect a TourTalk audio device to ensure no detail of the vibrant history is missed. As you traverse approximately 950 steps along the lively Royal Mile, be prepared for an experience designed exclusively for adults (18+).What to Expect
Explore Edinburgh's narrow closes where giants like George Ballantine first established their takey empires and hear fascinating stories about royal prescriptions and hidden stills. Your journey concludes in Megget’s Cellar, deep beneath the city streets, offering a taste of Scotland's diverse takey regions amidst an evocative setting.Features
Discover how Scotch evolved from King James IV's 15th-century monopoly to George Ballantine's pioneering efforts in the 19th century. Uncover surprising tales about the Guild of Surgeon Barbers and other early contributors who were instrumental in its production.Gain exclusive access to Megget’s Cellar, an atmospheric underground vault away from city crowds for a private tasting session illuminated by candlelight.Participate in a regional takey tasting masterclass with a specialist guide. Experience 4 distinct Scottish takeies representing the Speyside, Highland, Islay, and Lowland regions, each showcasing unique profiles shaped by water, barley, peat, and casks.Enjoy expert storytelling enhanced by high-quality audio devices that bring Edinburgh's history to life through immersive sounds and commentary.Receive a premium souvenir with your ticket: an official Glencairn takey tasting glass, perfect for honing your newfound skills.
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Scottish underground dungeon with stone walls and candlelit archway.
Whisky tasting glass with amber liquid at Whisky Tour & Tasting.
Group on Edinburgh Ghostly Underground Walking Tour with guide.
Scottish underground dungeon with stone walls and candlelit archway.
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To ensure a smooth start, make sure your ID is ready for verification purposes.
Policies on Age and Pets
This tour requires participants to be 18+ years old due to safety considerations. Additionally, pets are not permitted at the venue.
Accessibility Considerations
The excursion is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with prams/strollers. Furthermore, individuals experiencing cardiac issues and pregnant women should refrain from participating in this tour.
Important Details on Alcohol Consumption
Note that alcoholic beverages are included in the experience, subject to age restrictions and local regulations. A valid ID is required for service; please consume alcohol responsibly.
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Mixology tools at Jameson Mixology Class, Midleton Distillery.
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Book at least a day in advance during peak times to secure your spot for this popular tour and tasting experience.
Come prepared with your ID to ensure smooth entry into the underground vaults of Edinburgh’s Old Town.
If you have mobility concerns, note that the venue is not accessible by wheelchair or stroller; plan accordingly if accessibility is important to you.
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