Whiskey Tasting Edinburgh

[MrBogSmith]

I thought me misspelling 'whisky' would get your attention

Arranging a friend's birthday later in the month - can anyone recommend a place to do this?

[s2kjock]

I used to be a member of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society (they do their own bottlings, large range, famous distilleries but "unbranded") and they have bars/tastings both in central Edinburgh (Queen Street) and down at Leith (short taxi/bus ride away). They do let in non-members (at a higher price) and I see do tastings, so worth a look.

I didn't actually go that much as the venues were becoming increasingly busy (letting in all the non-member riffraff ) and cancelled my membership a couple of years ago.

The knowledge of the staff in the members' bars I found variable when I used to go, but I imagine it needs to be up to scratch for separate paid-for private tasting events. Would probably be a good starting point for what you are looking for though.

[Fitz666]

Here you go....https://www.whiskirooms.co.uk/whisky-tastings/

Just stay away from that god awful Johnnie Walker place

[flatlemon]

Not formal tasting, but a brilliant range of whisky (and whiskey!) can be found here:
https://devilsadvocateedinburgh.co.uk/

Also a good food menu too, booking is essential.

The Johnnie Walker experience is brilliant (contrary to the comment above) - the high street needs more places like it. Great tour and 3 drinks included so overall good value. It also has a rooftop bar with good views of the castle and down towards Scott Monument. Again, tour and rooftop booking advised.

Edited by flatlemon on Thursday 13th October 14:00

[Voldemort]

Just go to Deacon Brodies Tavern and try one of everything they've got. Take a LOT of money and pre-book an ambulance.

[MrBogSmith]

Fitz666 said:

Here you go....https://www.whiskirooms.co.uk/whisky-tastings/

This was the one we chose, it was really good so thanks for the recommendation.

[Waitforme]

Fitz666 said:

Here you go....https://www.whiskirooms.co.uk/whisky-tastings/

Just stay away from that god awful Johnnie Walker place

A friend went to the JW one and recommended it to me.

[Mr Trophy]

The Balmoral Whisky Bar

[Gramrugby]

Kays bar Jamaica Street. No nonsense locals bar. One of, if not the worlds greatest authority on whiskey is a regular.