Scotch Whisky Experience - Visitor Attraction75

Exhibitions

354 Castlehill, Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH1 2NE

Tel: 0131 220 0441

Scotch Whisky Experience - Visitor Attraction75

Experience Scotch Whisky - Take a barrel ride as you actually become part of the whisky making process. Journey through gently swaying fields of barley and on to the warmth of the Malt Kiln with its lingering smell of burning peat.

Take great care to avoid being ground through the Malt Mill before being spun and mashed in the Mash Tun. Then it’s off to the turbulent wooden Washback with the sound of the sloshing Wash before the steaming and bubbling Pot Still. Breathe in the restful smell of the Oak Casks and the process slows down to the tick-tock of the passing years of maturation. You may spot one of our mischievous angels taking their “share” before your journey ends.

Discover the stories behind the secret and magical ingredient of time. As the years pass by preserving forever the stories and character of the people who made it, the whisky now begins to take on its amber hue, developing its complexity and taking on a smooth and lingering character.

Explore Scotland’s diverse whisky regions and the flavours that the countryside imparts to its whiskies. Experience for yourself the varying aromas and whether you like fruity, sweet or smoky flavours our experts will help you select your perfect dram.

Your guide will then allow you access to our vault containing the Diageo Claive Vidiz Scotch Whisky Collection; the world’s largest collection of Scotch Whiskies, where you can enjoy a special tutored nosing and tasting of your dram. Marvel at the stunning array of some of the most rare and exclusive whiskies in the world representing a lifetime’s collection.

Conclude your visit in our exhibition area of Scotland’s whisky history taking visitors from the very beginnings of a cottage industry through to the global success of today. Here you can discover more about the people and history behind the drink. End your visit relaxing over a whisky in our bar where you can choose from over 300 Single Malts, Blends, Scotch Whisky Liqueurs and Cocktails.

Experience for everyone

15 Languages, Child-friendly exhibits and tailored tours, fully wheelchair accessible, Expert tour guides and whisky advisors are on hand throughout the experience to tailor make your visit and ensure the enjoyment of every member of your party.

The experience blows away the myths about Scotch Whisky making it accessible to everyone.

Languages: Gaelic, English, French, German, Dutch, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish, Czech, Polish, Hindi, Russian, Japanese, Mandarin

The Silver Tour

Ideal for families and first timers (all day, every day)

This tour includes:

· Whisky barrel ride through the production of Scotch Whisky

· Introduction to the aromas in Whisky

· A dram of Scotch Malt Whisky (Irn Brun for under 18s)

· See The World’s Largest Collection of Scotch Whisky

· Whisky tasting glass to take away (adults and concessions)

· £2 discount in our shop on 70cl bottles or tasting packs

· Audio guide available (15 languages)

Adult: £12.75, Concession: £10.25, Child (6-17years): £6.50,
Family (2 adults and 2 children): £31

The Gold Tour

Get a real taste for Whiskies (all day, every day)

This tour includes all elements of The Silver Tour plus:

· A tasting tray of four Single Malts with tasting notes

· Scotch Whisky Appreciation Society membership (one year)

· Future admission to the silver or gold tour on a 2 for 1 basis

· Whisky tasting glass to take away

· Discounts in our bar and shop

· Audio guide available (15 languages)

Adult: £22.50, concession: £20.00

The Platinum Tour

A Whisky lover’s dream (last tour of the day)

This tour includes all elements of The Silver Tour described above plus:

· Guided nosing and tasting of two contrasting Single Malt Whiskies

· Extended viewing of The World’s Largest Collection of Scotch Whisky

· Taste an exclusive 21 year old Scotch Whisky to finish

· Whisky tasting glass to take away

· £2 discount in our shop on 70cl bottles or tasting packs

Adult and concession: £26.00

Morning Masterclass

Perfect for true Whisky enthusiasts offered Monday – Friday at 10am – pre-booking essential.

The Morning Masterclass includes:

· Private viewing of The World’s Largest Colelction of Scotch Whisky

· Sensory perception test

· Comparative tastings of one Blended, one Single Grain and two Single Malt Whiskies

· Nosing of new-make spirit

· Whisky Shop discount voucher for 70cl bottles or our Tasting Packs

· Boxed crystal Whisky tasting glass

· Gift

· Tea or coffee and Scottish shortbread

Adult and concession: £26.00

The Taste of Scotland

A Scottish blend of Whisky and cuisine (last tour of the day). Pre-booking essential.

This tour includes all elements of the Platinum Tour plus:

· Three-course Scottish food experience menu in Amber Restaurant

· Bite-sized Scottish starters, a taster of main dishes and dessert

· Dram of Whisky with dessert

· Whisky tasting glass to take away

Adult and concession: £52.00

Gradings

5 Visitor Attraction

Opening Times

Open All Year

Opening Times 2013 (01/01/2013 - 31/12/2013)

* Please see www.scotchwhiskyexperience.co.uk for seasonal opening times.

Road Directions

When entering Edinburgh following signs for "city centre" and "attractions". You can approach from Johnstone Terrace, The Mound leading to Bank Street, George IV Bridge and the Lawnmarket. The High Street and Ramsay Lane are closed to traffic. On street parking is available on Johnstone Terrace. You can pay with coins in the meter or by mobile phone. There is a multi story car park on Castle Terrace - top level, Kings Stables Road - bottom level.