Top 15 Guided Whisky Tours

1.Dublin Irish Whiskey Museum and Gallery Guided Tour with Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,078 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $30Our pick

At Dublin’s Irish Whiskey Museum, guides such as Andrew, Linda, and Hailey lead a one-hour tour through whiskey’s story, from uisca beatha to its modern revival. You’ll view historic memorabilia, learn tasting basics, and sample several Irish whiskeys, with a premium upgrade available.

“The tour was amazing.....fun, enlightening, and very tasty. Our tour guide was full of whiskey knowledge and humor.”

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2.Dublin Jameson Distillery and Guinness Storehouse Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,608 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $166

Spend about four hours touring Jameson Distillery Bow St. and the Guinness Storehouse with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. Taste Jameson whiskey, enjoy a signature whiskey drink and a Guinness pint, and walk between the venues through old Dublin streets with local stories along the way.

“Worth the money, very informative tours of both the Jamesons factory and the guiness factory. Both with tasting exprriences. As a bonus our tour guide Emmett told us all about the history of Dublin and showed us things we never would of known he was very knowledgeable and very kind. Very good at his job.”

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3.Dublin Teeling Whiskey Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 1 Hour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,765 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $24

You’ll tour Teeling’s working distillery in Dublin’s Liberties, hear the city’s whiskey story, and taste a choice of pours. Guides such as Marc, Blaise, Dave, and Ivie are known for warmth and humor, while the café, terrace, bar, and gift shop make this an easy stop before or after sightseeing.

“Great experience. Wonderful tour and tasting. Appreciate the hospitality. Blaise Was very informative and fun.”

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4.The Scotch Whisky Experience Guided Whisky Tour – An Introduction to Whisky

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,578 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $35

At Edinburgh’s Scotch Whisky Experience, a guide leads you through a theatrical distillery recreation, whisky aromas, regional flavor, and one tasting. You’ll see more than 3,000 unopened bottles and receive a crystal tasting glass if you’re an adult or concession visitor. Under-18s get Irn-Bru.

“Clear explanation and engaging videos of distilling process and varying tastes of regions in Scotland. Tasting selection was good examples of the distinct variations, Fiona was great!”

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5.Guided Tour at the Curaçao Liqueur Distillery

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 589 reviews · from $20

Visit Landhuis Chobolobo for a guided look at Senior Curaçao Liqueurs, made since 1896. Learn how the liqueur is produced, sample three flavors, then enjoy a cocktail in the courtyard. Guides such as Eli, Gen, and Genesis are praised for clear, lively presentations.

“Gen was amazing and very informative! 10/10 she spoke loud and clear compared to some of the other guides”

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6.Nashville’s Big Machine Distillery Guided Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 356 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.)

Spend about 45 minutes at Big Machine Brewery & Distillery in downtown Nashville. A guide such as Jim, Haley, or Jacob explains how corn becomes vodka, then leads a tasting of whiskey, bourbon, gin, rum, and vodka in the upstairs VIP Lounge. A cocktail is advertised, but confirm the current inclusion before booking.

“Great environment with great whiskeys, bourbon and vodka, and a great tour guide. Everyone should eat something before going, the whiskey can get to you.”

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7.Reykjavik: Eimverk Distillery Guided Tour with Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 352 reviews · 1h 15m · from $48

Spend 75 minutes at Eimverk Distillery with an English or Icelandic speaking guide. You will tour the production area, learn how Icelandic barley becomes Flóki whisky, and taste Vor Gin, Víti Brennivín, plus extra samples that may include experimental spirits.

“Amazing! We were the only ones there, possibly due to the weather but honestly that made it even better. Rock kindly explained everything to us, was super knowledgeable, and even was open to conversation during the tour, listening to our thoughts on the tastes and anecdotes we had. The history of the company and the process they’ve gone through to develop their whiskey was truly interesting and inspiring. Great way to end our time in Iceland. Looking forward to gifting a bottle to my mom!”

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8.Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery Guided Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 293 reviews · 45 minutes to 1 hour (approx.) · from $25

Spend about an hour at Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery with a guide such as Darrin, Heather, or Chris. Learn how Tennessee whiskey is made, hear the strange story behind the family brand, taste four spirits including Louisa’s coffee caramel pecan liqueur, and browse the shop.

“Great tour and not too long. Fun to learn more about the history of the distillery and also about the process”

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9.Guided Tour at Ron Arehucas Distillery

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 192 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $13

Visit Destilerías Arehucas in Arucas for a one-hour English-guided tour through the ageing cellar, production rooms, mill, and bottling plant. Guides such as Elena and Sofia explain the process before a generous tasting of rums and liqueurs. Products are available to buy afterward.

“Rent försäljningsjippo. Totalt oengagerad guied som rablade en inlärd läxa. Alldeles för stor grupp. Gick knappt att höra vad guieden talade om”

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10.Guided Tour at Ron Arehucas Distillery

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 179 reviews · 1 hour · from $12

Spend one hour at Ron Arehucas Distillery in Arucas with a live guide in Spanish, English, or German. See the ageing cellar, mill, fermentation rooms, stills, and bottling plant, then taste several rums and liqueurs before shopping for Arehucas products.

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11.The Dublin Liberties Distillery – Guided Tour and Whiskey Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 150 reviews · from $24

Step inside Dublin Liberties Distillery for a 45-minute guided tour with a look at whiskey production, local neighborhood history, and three tastings: Dubliner Honeycomb Liqueur, Dubliner Bourbon Cask 3YO Blend, and Liberties Oak Devil 5YO Single Malt. Guides such as Kelly, Kate, and Kevin keep it friendly and clear.

“Enjoyable tour that offered a history of the area and Irish whiskey. This distillery is new and small, which made for an intimate tour and an understanding of exactly what they produce. The tasting of all three of their products was an excellent opportunity for comparison. It was Read more”

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12.Guided tour Distillery of Lavender between Nîmes & Arles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $9Best value

At un MAS en PROVENCE near Bellegarde, guide Betty or Sylvain leads you through lavender, verbena, immortelle, and rosemary production, then explains distillation and essential oils. The one-hour English tour mixes outdoor plants, farm tools, indoor displays, and time in the shop.

“Guide très pédagogique et sympathique, ce qui rend la visite très agréable. C'était très intéressant. Apprendre les différentes variétés de lavandes ainsi que leurs vertus ou fonctions. Les autres plantes dont ils extraient l'huile essentiel, l'immortel, le romarin, la verveine citronnée. Le matériel utilisé..... Le Mas et sa fonction.... Bref je recommande pour les grands et les moins grands. La boutique permet de prolonger le plaisir et d'en apprendre plus. Merci encore.”

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13.Guided Tour to Shed Distillery of PJ Rigney in Leitrim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $25

Join an English-speaking guide at The Shed Distillery in Drumshanbo for a two-hour look at Irish gin and whiskey making. Taste Drumshanbo Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey, then finish with a Gunpowder Gin and Tonic in the Honey Badger bar inside the botanical glasshouse.

“Great price and tour, great to learn how whisky and gin are distilled and infused with different botanical flavours. Best part was tasting one though!!”

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14.Guided tour with tasting of the Distillery Bonne Mère

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · from $10

At Distillerie Bonne Mère in Sainte-Rose, a guide leads you through a 160-year-old rum site, its cane railway bridge, copper columns, distillation museum, and cellar of nearly 10,000 barrels. The 90-minute visit ends with a tasting of traditional Guadeloupe grands rums. English guidance may be available.

“Pleasant visit, many explanations were given to us, the dynamic animator pleasant, the setting well maintained, the perfect tasting. I strongly recommend visiting this beautiful rum.Auto-translated”

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15.Belfast: McConnell’s Distillery Guided Tour with Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 76 reviews · 1 hour · from $22

Tour McConnell’s modern distillery in the restored A-Wing of Crumlin Road Gaol with an English-speaking guide such as Sam, Amanda, or Aisling. Learn how Belfast whisky is made, sample a welcome drink and three McConnell’s pours when selected, then browse the shop or stay for a café drink.

“A really cool experience, our guide Gerald was fantastic. An tremendous place and a amazing whisky ! 🔥”

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