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Where to Go Whisky Tasting: the 15 Best Tastings Worldwide

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A good tasting teaches you more in an hour than a year of buying bottles. These 15 pour in cellars, vaults and bars from Edinburgh to Tokyo, priced by the glass count.

Edinburgh: Whisky Tasting with History and Storytelling - Hot Toddy, just off the Royal Mile
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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, just off the Royal Mile, for a two-hour tasting of four single malts from Scotland’s main whisky regions. You’ll learn how to taste whisky, follow its history through stories of kings, smugglers, and outlaws, and receive tasting notes. Alternatives are available if whisky is not for you.

“Cannot recommend this enough. Great whisky, great atmosphere, and the guide Alistair is one of the funniest and most charismatic fellows I've had the pleasure of meeting. Absolutely worth the time and money, and the only mark against this was a distinct lack of any mention of Australian whisky. Despite that, an easy 5/5.”

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Nashville to Jack Daniel's Distillery Bus Tour + Whiskey Tastings - Leaving downtown Nashville at 9:00 a.m.
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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 in Lynchburg, tour the production site, and taste several Tennessee whiskeys in the historic George Green Barrel House. The 9 a.m. departure also gives you about 90 minutes in Lynchburg for lunch and shopping. Guides such as Frank, Jacob, Hannah, and Rooster are known for lively local stories.

“Great experience lots of history, tour was done well Miranda was so knowledgeable and made sure we were all engaged.”

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Dublin: Irish Whiskey Museum Tour and Whiskey Tasting - The guides make or break the hour
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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

At 119 Grafton Street, an English-speaking guide such as Brian, Daniel, Linda, or Andrew leads you through four rooms on Irish whiskey’s rise, collapse, and revival. The one-hour tour ends with a tutored tasting of three classic or four premium whiskeys. The premium option includes a souvenir tasting glass.

“It was the best Tour in Dublin. Our Guide was so good. A really really friendly and funny guy. We come back again.”

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Scotch Whisky Tasting & Stories — Bespoke Whisky Lounge - Scottish folklore adds more than decoration
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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 on Jeffrey Street, tasting four single malt Scotch whiskies from Scotland’s main whisky regions while a local storyteller explains the drinks, folklore, and Edinburgh’s whisky culture. Guides such as Ben, Euan, Alasdair, Max, and Angus bring different personalities to the evening. Alternatives are available if whisky is not your drink.

“A fun afternoon sampling Scotch Whisky while listening to a masterful storyteller. We particularly enjoyed his family stories.”

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Glasgow: Clydeside Distillery Tour and Whisky Tasting - The one-hour route, from dockside story to stills
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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

Explore Glasgow’s Old Pumphouse with an English-speaking guide, then follow the whisky-making process from mashing to distillation. Guides such as Nina, Andy, and Madeleine bring the story to life before you taste three Clydeside drams. The one-hour visit ends with a small tasting glass to keep, plus time at the whisky bar and shop.

“We enjoyed the tour. Modern distillery for low land you can get nearby the city centre.”

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Cork Midleton DistilleryJameson Experience & Whiskey Tasting - Inside the restored 19th-century warehouse
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Cork Midleton DistilleryJameson Experience & Whiskey Tasting

6.Cork Midleton DistilleryJameson Experience & Whiskey Tasting

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

Visit the historic Midleton distillery about 15 minutes from Cork. You’ll watch a short Jameson film, tour old kilns and mills, enter a restored 19th-century warehouse, then compare whiskey styles in the Jameson Bar. Guides such as Killian, Connor, Ines, and Daniela are known for making the process clear and lively.

“Nice, fun, informative experience. Our guide was great and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend for those that want a distillery tour.”

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From Edinburgh: Scottish Highlands Tour with Whisky Tasting - The Hermitage and Black Linn Falls
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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

Leave Edinburgh with an English-speaking driver-guide and travel through Perthshire to Dunkeld, Black Linn Falls, Pitlochry, Queen’s View, and Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery. Expect a small minibus, woodland walking, free time for lunch, and a whisky tasting. Guides such as Duncan, Graeme, Kylie, and Sean are known for lively stories, music, and Scottish history.

“Had a fabulous day out. Duncan (Or Big Dunc, as I'm told there are two of them working as drivers in Edinburgh) is an excellent storyteller, knows all the ins and outs of the places you stop, and works very hard to make sure everyone has a good day out. During the tour he clearly tries to have a little chat with everyone as you get off or on the bus and as you have a little walkaround (which definitely is appreciated as a solo traveller). Small van, which seats max 16 people I think. which makes storytime during the drive even better as people can just shout out any…”

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Edinburgh: The Lost Close Underground Scotch Whisky Tasting - How the guide shapes the evening
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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 Edinburgh’s Old Town for four Scotch whiskies from major Scottish regions. Guides such as Eleanor, Mark, Rosie, and Sarah bring the history to life. Upgrade for rarer or top-shelf drams, and expect a cosy, intimate setting.

“Great tasting and unique venue. Hayley was informative and fun!”

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90min Underground Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Old Town - What happens during the 90 minutes
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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 & Tavern in Parliament Square for a 90-minute tasting beneath Edinburgh’s Old Town. A guide such as Mark, Dan, Haley, or Eleanor explains Scotch whisky, its regions, and how to taste it while you sample four drams. Intermediate and high-end tasting options are also available.

“Lots of information on Scotch Whisky making, how to drink and also information on areas of Scotland differing in distillation of the whiskey. Good 4 sampling of Whiskey as well. Would be better if the guide asked if I liked Smoky or not. I got a smoky as my first sample and I am not a big fan of that.”

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Nashville Barrel Co "Flight from the Barrel" Whiskey Tasting - Choosing your flight at Nashville Barrel Co
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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 Heathcote Avenue distillery, choose three pours from bourbon, rye, Tennessee whiskey, rum, or agave. Staff draw each dram from the barrel at full cask strength, then you taste in the lounge. The session lasts about 30 minutes and is mainly self-guided, with occasional staff explanation.

“The facility is super cool and the staff is very knowledgeable. We loved it. Only suggestion is Rocks glasses to buy.”

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Belfast: Titanic Distillers Signature Tour & Whiskey Tasting - Entering Thompson Dock and checking in
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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

Explore Belfast’s Titanic Pumphouse with an English-speaking guide such as Brian, Johnny, or Dominique. Learn how dock engineering shaped the building, see the working distillery, then taste Irish whiskey and vodka. Some sessions also finish with a cocktail, making this a compact and good-value stop near Thompson Dock.

“Guide was enthusiastic and informative. Tastings were great! Due to conversation during tasting and another tour appt 1 hour away with buying a bottle😟My bad!”

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The Dublin Liberties Distillery - Guided Tour and Whiskey Tasting - The three-pour tasting
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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

Spend 45 minutes to an hour inside Dublin Liberties Distillery with a guide such as Kelly, Kate, or Kevin. You’ll hear about the Liberties and Dublin whiskey, see a working distillery, and taste Dubliner Honeycomb Liqueur, Dubliner Bourbon Cask 3YO Blend, and Liberties Whiskey Oak Devil 5YO Single Malt. A café, bar, and gift shop make it easy to linger.

“Kelly was a great guide, sharing the history of the Liberties area of Dublin, describing the whiskey making process in detail and leading us through the whiskey tasting. Pleasing to the palette and educational”

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Luxury Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh's Underground Vaults | 90min - Five whiskies from five Scottish regions
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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. A guide such as Mark, Eleanor, Sara, or Nicky leads you through five whiskies from Scotland’s main whisky regions, along with stories of Edinburgh, distilling, and the characters behind the industry. Groups are capped at 10.

“Super informative and welcoming. Your guide was very polite and professional. The luxury whiskeys were all so different and tasty. Would highly recommend.”

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Whiskey Tasting Tour of Dublin - Meeting at The Lincoln’s Inn
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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 your English-speaking guide at The Lincoln’s Inn for three premium Irish whiskey samples, then continue to The Palace Bar for two more tastings in its upstairs whiskey room. Guides such as Andrew, Rachel, Niall, Owen, and Tiernan explain production, styles, glasses, and Dublin pub life in a small group setting.

“Niall was a great whiskey guide! He was easy to talk to and it was immediately apparent that he knows his whiskey. He went over the history of Irish whiskey as a foundation for all the tastings we were going to have and knew a lot about the different processes and the different whiskey businesses in Ireland. You get to go to three different locations (off the tourist path) and taste about 5 different whiskeys. He also had good recommendations for food, pubs, and whiskeys that weren't full of tourists. I wish it hadn't been my last night so that I could have tried more of those recommendations and gone…”

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Clonakilty Distillery: Tour & Classic Whiskey Tasting - Seeing a distillery that makes three spirits
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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

You’ll spend about 75 minutes inside Clonakilty Distillery with an expert guide, following the making of Irish whiskey, gin, and vodka. A cinematic flight over the family farm adds local context, and the tour ends with a guided tasting of two award-winning Clonakilty whiskeys. Groups are capped at six.

“Good tour, not an awful not to the distillery in fairness but interesting non the less. The product is far more interesting than the tour!”

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