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The 15 Best Whisky Tastings You Can Book

88 tours  ·  from $12 a head

A tasting is the cheap way to work out what you like before spending a day driving to the wrong distillery. The 15 below range from a five-region nosing for $12 to cask-strength sessions with a stated dram count, all priced per person.

Edinburgh: Whisky Tasting with History and Storytelling - Four single malts, four Scottish styles
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Edinburgh: Whisky Tasting with History and Storytelling

1.Edinburgh: Whisky Tasting with History and Storytelling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,451 reviews · 2 hours · from $24Our pick

Meet your English-speaking guide at Hot Toddy on Jeffrey Street, near the Royal Mile, for two hours of whisky, folklore, and Scottish history. You will sample four single malts from Scotland’s main whisky regions, with alternatives available if whisky is not your drink. Guides may include Ben, Kofi, Angus, or Eleanor.

“Amazing. Great way to learn how to taste whisky. And the guide was so friendly and really good at story telling. I was hooked for the full 2 hours haha. She also made sure everyone was apart of the coversation which was very nice. :)”

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Nashville to Jack Daniel's Distillery Bus Tour + Whiskey Tastings - What changes with the 12pm departure
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Nashville to Jack Daniel’s Distillery Bus Tour + Whiskey Tastings

2.Nashville to Jack Daniel’s Distillery Bus Tour + Whiskey Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,906 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $139Top rated

Ride from downtown Nashville to Jack Daniel’s Distillery with a driver-guide, tour the production areas, taste Tennessee whiskey in the George Green Barrel House, and browse Lynchburg. The 9am departure includes about 90 minutes in town. Expect stairs, a 21+ age limit, and no bus restroom.

“We really loved the tour and learned a lot! The history of Jack Daniel’s whiskey and the process of making it is very interesting. It was a fun day! Jacob our tour guide was very knowledgeable and did a great job as did Frank our driver. We would highly recommend!”

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Dublin: Irish Whiskey Museum Tour and Whiskey Tasting - From national success to a painful fall
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Dublin: Irish Whiskey Museum Tour and Whiskey Tasting

3.Dublin: Irish Whiskey Museum Tour and Whiskey Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 999 reviews · from $22Best value

Meet at 119 Grafton Street for a lively one-hour tour through four whiskey history rooms, 19th-century memorabilia, and a guided tasting. Choose three classic pours or four premium whiskeys with a souvenir tasting glass. English tours run every 20 to 30 minutes, with audio guides in six languages.

“The tour was really delightful! Our guide Mathew was brilliant, great sense of humour and great story teller. Would definitely recommend!”

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Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge - The tradeoffs in plain terms
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Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge

4.Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 972 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $24

Spend about two hours at Hot Toddy, an underground-style whisky lounge on Jeffrey Street, tasting four single malts from Scotland’s major whisky regions. Guides such as Ben, Euan, Alasdair, and Max combine tasting tips, Scottish folklore, family stories, and humor. Non-whisky drinks can be arranged.

“We had Sabie as our guide. It was really fun learning about the whiskeys in the Hot Toddy, a lovely, comfortable, speak-easy atmosphere. Sabie is an amazing whiskey guide with mesmerizing stories and a deep knowledge of whiskey and scientific processes of whiskey making.”

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Glasgow: Clydeside Distillery Tour and Whisky Tasting - The production tour, from grain to spirit
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Glasgow: Clydeside Distillery Tour and Whisky Tasting

5.Glasgow: Clydeside Distillery Tour and Whisky Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 820 reviews · 1 hour · from $26

Spend one hour at Glasgow’s Clydeside Distillery with an English-speaking guide such as Nina, Andy, or Linzi. Explore the 1877 Old Pumphouse, watch the whisky-making process, enjoy River Clyde views, and taste three drams in a small group of up to four.

“Enjoyed everything about it and appreciated the amount of time spent on tour. Loved the tasting and your gift shop has great choices. Everyone was so professional and very accommodating. Would highly recommend this distillery tour.”

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Cork Midleton DistilleryJameson Experience & Whiskey Tasting - The old buildings give the visit its character
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Cork Midleton DistilleryJameson Experience & Whiskey Tasting

6.Cork Midleton DistilleryJameson Experience & Whiskey Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 681 reviews · from $37

Walk through Midleton’s historic distillery, see original kilns and mills, visit a restored 19th-century warehouse, then join a tutored tasting in the Jameson Bar. The 75-minute tour suits whiskey fans and curious non-drinkers alike, with guides such as Neil, Killian, Ines, and Daniela praised for clear, lively explanations.

“Extremely friendly, fun, energetic and knowledgeable young man. Wish I had his name, but he took our group (3pm Sunday, August 3rd) to school on Jameson & Midleton history, distilling, etc. literally, everything one should know to the Nth Degree. He’s quite the Representative for your brands and should be in line for raises, promotions and moving up the Corporate ladder, long-term. He’s a keeper who my wife & I throughly enjoyed.”

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From Edinburgh: Scottish Highlands Tour with Whisky Tasting - Crossing the Forth into Perthshire
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From Edinburgh: Scottish Highlands Tour with Whisky Tasting

7.From Edinburgh: Scottish Highlands Tour with Whisky Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 628 reviews · 9.5 hours · from $63

Travel from Edinburgh in a small minibus through Perthshire, stopping at Dunkeld, the Hermitage woodland, Pitlochry, and Queen’s View. Your English-speaking guide, such as Duncan, Graeme, or Kylie, adds Scottish stories and music before a guided Dewar’s whisky tour and tasting.

“We had a wonderful trip with our tour guide, Graeme. His enthusiasm was infectious, and he truly brought Edinburgh and Scotland to life for us. He shared a wealth of fascinating facts, captivating stories, and quirky anecdotes that added so much color and depth to our experience. Graeme’s passion for the history and culture of the region made the tour not only informative but also thoroughly enjoyable.”

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Edinburgh: The Lost Close Underground Scotch Whisky Tasting - Four regions, four different drams
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Edinburgh: The Lost Close Underground Scotch Whisky Tasting

8.Edinburgh: The Lost Close Underground Scotch Whisky Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 474 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $53

Meet your English-speaking guide outside John’s Coffee House & Tavern, then head below Parliament Square for four whiskies from Scotland’s main whisky regions. Guides such as Eleanor, Mark, Rosie, and Sarah mix tasting advice with colorful stories. Upgrade to rarer or top-shelf pours if you already know your Scotch.

“It was an enjoyable hour tasting whisky. Very informal and nice conversations with other participants. The setup was completely in line with my expectations. Thanks for a great experience.”

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90min Underground Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Old Town - Four drams, four Scottish whisky regions
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90min Underground Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh’s Old Town

9.90min Underground Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh’s Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 350 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Meet at John’s Coffee House in Parliament Square for a 90-minute whisky lesson and tasting beneath Edinburgh’s Old Town. Your guide, such as Mark, Dan, Haley, or Eleanor, explains whisky regions, production, and tasting while you sample four Scottish drams. Intermediate and high-end options may also be available.

“The venue/room where you taste the whisky is incredible. All the whiskies were top notch and the guide had extensive knowledge of the areas and the whisky from those areas was wonderful.”

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Nashville Barrel Co "Flight from the Barrel" Whiskey Tasting - Building your own flight from five spirit styles
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Nashville Barrel Co “Flight from the Barrel” Whiskey Tasting

10.Nashville Barrel Co “Flight from the Barrel” Whiskey Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 200 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $35

At Nashville Barrel Co’s 809 Heathcote Ave distillery, you choose three spirits from bourbon, rye, Tennessee whiskey, rum, or agave. Staff such as Kelly pour samples straight from the barrel for a mostly self-guided tasting in the lounge.

“Well, worth it, we had a great time several choices to try right out of the barrel. Cool vibe great people”

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Belfast: Titanic Distillers Signature Tour & Whiskey Tasting - The first part of the tour: dock work and Titanic connections
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Belfast: Titanic Distillers Signature Tour & Whiskey Tasting

11.Belfast: Titanic Distillers Signature Tour & Whiskey Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 156 reviews · 1 hour · from $34

Step inside Belfast’s historic Titanic Pumphouse for a one-hour guided tour with an English-speaking guide. Learn how dock engineering shaped the site, see the working distillery, and finish with Irish whiskey and vodka tastings. Guides such as Brian, Johnny, and Dominique are known for lively storytelling.

“Amazing Tour with an enthusiastic guide who was passionate about the history and future of the distillery.”

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The Dublin Liberties Distillery - Guided Tour and Whiskey Tasting - The tasting: three drinks, three different directions
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The Dublin Liberties Distillery – Guided Tour and Whiskey Tasting

12.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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Luxury Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Underground Vaults | 90min - Five drams, five parts of Scotland
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Luxury Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh’s Underground Vaults | 90min

13.Luxury Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh’s Underground Vaults | 90min

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 140 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $131

Meet at John’s Coffee House in Parliament Square for a 90-minute tasting in The Lost Close, an underground Edinburgh vault. You’ll sample five whiskies from five Scottish distilleries and learn how regional character, local history, and spirited personalities shaped Scotch. Guides may include Mark, Eleanor, Sara, or Nicky.

“Very fun experience! I learned a lot and tasted things I have never had before. High quality whisky and lots of history to learn in a unique setting!”

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Whiskey Tasting Tour of Dublin - The Palace Bar: a private room and two final samples
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Whiskey Tasting Tour of Dublin

14.Whiskey Tasting Tour of Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 117 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $57

Meet a whiskey guide at Lincoln’s Inn, taste three premium Irish whiskeys in its Victorian room, then continue to The Palace Bar for two more in a private whiskey room. Guides such as Andrew, Rachel, Niall, and Owen explain Irish whiskey in a relaxed, approachable way.

“Viator canceled the tour at 8:30 AM the day of the tour. We were able to call the whiskey place ourselves and get a partial tour. I like Viator but they do tend to cancel tours. It’s frustrating especially if you have booked the tours months prior. If you book the tour directly, you will enjoy the tour.”

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Clonakilty Distillery: Tour & Classic Whiskey Tasting - Following whiskey through a working distillery
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Clonakilty Distillery Tour & Classic Whiskey Tasting

15.Clonakilty Distillery Tour & Classic Whiskey Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $24

At Clonakilty Distillery in West Cork, your guide takes you through whiskey, gin, and vodka production, with a cinematic flight over the family farm and a tutored tasting of two Clonakilty whiskeys. The tour lasts about 75 minutes and groups are limited to six.

“Missed your and customer service ( Joan) couldn’t direct me when I called for assistance as I thought your left from cobh, and I called and she started reply, then she said she needed time, and never completed my help request. I then rushed to Midleton to take private tour with me daughter. Refund is kindly requested please”

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