The Whiskey Lover (or Novice)
Drinks
Whisky is serious business in Scotland. In 1983 the Scotch Malt Whisky society was formed - a members club united in their commitment to sharing the world’s best whisky. The club operates the Kaleidoscope Bar on Queen Street and The Vaults, a former 18th century wine warehouse, in Leith. Both venues provide tutored tastings and an opportunity to sample top quality whisky.
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The Scotch Malt Whisky Society
28 Queen StWhisky is serious business in Scotland. In 1983 the Scotch Malt Whisky society was formed - a members club united in their commitment to sharing the world’s best whisky. The club operates the Kaleidoscope Bar on Queen Street and The Vaults, a former 18th century wine warehouse, in Leith. Both venues provide tutored tastings and an opportunity to sample top quality whisky.
For a bespoke experience, sign up for a Whisky Journey at Scotch at the historic Balmoral Hotel; the knowledgeable, bekilted staff will design a custom flight of whiskies based on your tastes and preferences, organized around a theme like “100 Years of Whisky” (four whiskies whose ages add up to 100). The elegant space, all luxury and leather, will make you feel like a high roller no matter how much you spend. And with 550 bottles to choose from, even the most seasoned whisky lovers will find a surprise.
SCOTCH Whisky Bar
1 Princes StreetFor a bespoke experience, sign up for a Whisky Journey at Scotch at the historic Balmoral Hotel; the knowledgeable, bekilted staff will design a custom flight of whiskies based on your tastes and preferences, organized around a theme like “100 Years of Whisky” (four whiskies whose ages add up to 100). The elegant space, all luxury and leather, will make you feel like a high roller no matter how much you spend. And with 550 bottles to choose from, even the most seasoned whisky lovers will find a surprise.
This is the only single malt distillery located in Edinburgh. Situated by the picturesque Holyrood Park, the distillery places a huge emphasis on experimentation in producing high quality, full flavoured whisky. Their guided tour provides a unique opportunity to learn about how their whisky is distilled, with tastings included.
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Holyrood Distillery Visitor Centre & Shop
19 St Leonard's LnThis is the only single malt distillery located in Edinburgh. Situated by the picturesque Holyrood Park, the distillery places a huge emphasis on experimentation in producing high quality, full flavoured whisky. Their guided tour provides a unique opportunity to learn about how their whisky is distilled, with tastings included.
Down in the charming curve of the West Bow, step into the dim interior of the blue-fronted Bow Bar. Even if you are on a budget, you can make a fun tasting experience with whiskies like Kilkerran 12 year old, GlenDronach 15 year old, and a slew of independent bottlings costing well under £10. “Malt of the month” specials can be the best deals here, especially if you get the bottle’s last pour—if it’s under 35 ml, they can’t legally sell it to you, but they might give it to you. (Tip your bartender well.) Even the pricier drams that literally can’t be tasted elsewhere offer good value, like Coleburn 35 year old for £50. If you visit in the daytime, first grab a chopped pork sandwich from Oink across the street and get the haggis and apple topping. (Trust me.)
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The Bow Bar
80 W BowDown in the charming curve of the West Bow, step into the dim interior of the blue-fronted Bow Bar. Even if you are on a budget, you can make a fun tasting experience with whiskies like Kilkerran 12 year old, GlenDronach 15 year old, and a slew of independent bottlings costing well under £10. “Malt of the month” specials can be the best deals here, especially if you get the bottle’s last pour—if it’s under 35 ml, they can’t legally sell it to you, but they might give it to you. (Tip your bartender well.) Even the pricier drams that literally can’t be tasted elsewhere offer good value, like Coleburn 35 year old for £50. If you visit in the daytime, first grab a chopped pork sandwich from Oink across the street and get the haggis and apple topping. (Trust me.)
Cozy into one of the curtained booths and dive into the hundreds of options. There’s 28 year old Convalmore, distilled in 1969 (£35), 1980s-era Rosebank 15 year old (£25), and long-out-of-date offerings from Bruichladdich, Ardbeg, and others.
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Usquabae Whisky Bar And Larder
2-4 Hope StreetCozy into one of the curtained booths and dive into the hundreds of options. There’s 28 year old Convalmore, distilled in 1969 (£35), 1980s-era Rosebank 15 year old (£25), and long-out-of-date offerings from Bruichladdich, Ardbeg, and others.