Private Whisky Tasting, Scottish Food & Wine Pairing Tour

Smoked Sea Trout at The Scottish Cafe and Restaurant

Delicious Scottish artisan foods at The Scottish Cafe and Restaurant

A luxurous start to a relaxing afternoon exploring food, wine and Edinburgh's beautiful restaurants.

Twenty Princes Street, a beautiful restaurant to escape the hussle and bussle of Edinburgh and enjoy a glass of wine with dessert. Our 3rd and final stop on the tour.

Your local host, Joanne Frette is a wine specialist and will teach you to taste wine!

Duration3h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Experience the essence of Scotland on our 3 hour Food, Wine, and Whisky Tasting Tour. Perfect for foodies, wine enthusiasts, and whisky lovers, this tour offers a unique immersion into Scotland’s rich culinary culture.

Enjoy an afternoon of gourmet indulgence, tasting artisan Scottish foods paired with beautiful European wines and Scotch whisky. The tour includes reservations at 3 iconic Edinburgh’s estaurants, each offering authentically Scottish ambiance and culinary perspective.

Your host is a local Food and Wine Specialist with an intimate knowledge of Edinburgh’s culinary scene. With their expert insights and passion for food and drink, you'll learn the art of food and wine pairing and about the unique characteristics that make each selection special. The educational aspect elevates the tour beyond a simple tasting experience, offering you the chance to deepen knowledge.

Book your ticket today and embark on a memorable journey of taste you’ll cherish for years to come.

What's included

An expert led wine and food pairing masterclass tasting.
Sparkling wine, white, rose, red wine samples and sparkling wine to finish. Each wine paired with an artisan food.
Your guide an Edinburgh local, passionate about Edinburgh, food and wine.
Scottish cheeses, savoury dishes and dessert, each perfectly paired with wine.
Seated table reservations at three Edinburgh city centre restaurants.

Hotel Pickup and Drop Off
Gratuities

What to expect

Reservations are waiting at 3 beautiful Edinburgh venues. We taste sparkling wine, French white wine, Italian rose and red wines and finish with 2 contrasting single malt Scotch whiskies. Each beverage is paired with a delicious Scottish artisan food. Your guide is wine and spirit specialist with 20 years experience. You will be taught to swirl, sip and savour each sample and learn wine and whisky tasting techniques you can use at home.

Venue 1 - 1 hour
A stunning venue renown for its excellent, fresh produce.

Venue 2 - 1 hour
We take a short walk through Princes Street Gardens and arrive at a beautiful restaurant which prides itself on its locally grown produce and creative culinary flare.

Venue 3 - 40 minutes
Our third stop is a beautiful location with views looking out to Edinburgh's Old Town and Castle. Here we have two contrasting single malt Scotch whiskies. You will learn to how to taste whisky and discover more about your preferred whisky style. The whisky is paired with a Scottish cheese selection and is the perfect way to finish your Scottish food, wine and whisky experience!

Saint Andrew Square

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please arrive in the foyer of The Edinburgh Grand, 42 St Andrews Square at 1:45pm. The experience starts at 2pm in our first restaurant with a glass of fizz. If you are late, please contact Joanne who will direct you to our table.

End point

Please arrive in the foyer of The Edinburgh Grand, 42 St Andrews Square at 1:45pm. The experience starts at 2pm in our first restaurant with a glass of fizz. If you are late, please contact Joanne who will direct you to our table.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If there are less than 6 tickets sold for the date you have booked, you will be offered an alternative date or a refund. Tours can not operate with less than 6 participants.
All participants must be over the age of 21 years and may be asked to provide proof of age.
This tour is not suitable for children.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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