Edinburgh old town walking tour with whisky tasting
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Edinburgh old town walking tour with whisky tasting

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£35.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 2 hours
Safety measures applied
Do this because
  • Discover the history of the Old Town and its whisky connections
  • Relish fine malt whiskies and learn how your dram was created
  • Hear of Scotland’s past and the changing role of Scottish whisky
What to expect

Walking the Old Town of Edinburgh you'll see the city that founded the world’s largest Scottish whisky company, hear of the people that helped whisky production and then retire to Megget’s cellar for a complimentary candlelit single malt whisky tasting from four whisky producing regions.

Upon meeting your expert guide you’ll hear about Edinburgh’s role in bringing whisky to the rest of the world. Learn about how the 19th century changed whisky production in Scotland and of the locals that embraced it, from George Ballantine on South Bridge to Andrew Usher Jr at Nicolson Street, the pioneers that created their own whiskies and exported worldwide.

The tour then continues with a whisky tasting in our candlelit Megget’s Cellar. There’s no better way to warm the spirits. You’ll taste four Scottish whiskies, under the guidance of the whisky specialist – in a kilt, of course.

The expert will cover everything you need to know about the water of life; from how whisky is made to the effects that different elements such as water, barley, peat and the cask have on the production process. Nose and taste your way through the whisky regions, with sample whiskies from Speyside, Highland, Islay and Lowland distilleries. Just consider this your first step to becoming a whisky connoisseur!

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COVID-19 information
The following health and safety measures are in place, so you can relax and enjoy your experience.
  • Hand sanitizers are provided for staff and visitors
  • All gear/equipment is sanitised between use
  • What's included
    • Walking tour with professional guide
    • Tasting of four Scottish whiskies, under the guidance of a specialist
    Where

    Mercat Cross, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1RF, United Kingdom

    Meeting point:
    The Mercat Cross is an 8 sided monument situated on the Royal Mile. The tour departs from right in front of it
    What to remember
    • Tour ends: Megget's Cellar, Blair Street, off Hunter's Square
    • Sensible walking shoes are advised
    • This tour is only available to those aged 18+
    • The maximum number of participants allowed is 18 people
    • Customers should bring their own sets of 2.5mm jack headphones (where possible) for use with our TourTalk devices
    • Customers should aim to arrive at the tour meeting point (Mercat Cross, Royal Mile, EH1 1RF) 15 minutes prior to tour departure to allow time for check-in
    • Anyone who appears to be under the influence of alcohol will not be permitted to join the tour
    • This tour operates in all weather conditions' therefore, visitors are advised to dress accordingly
    • There are facilities to store bags/luggage
    • Only service dogs are welcome on this tour
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    Provider
    Mercat Tours
    Booking fee
    Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
    Cancellation policy
    Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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