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Walk Edinburgh’s Old and New Towns while sampling four iconic Scottish drinks with a knowledgeable guide. This 2½‑hour small‑group tour blends tasting, history and local insight in intimate historic venues.
Walk Edinburgh’s Old and New Towns while sampling four iconic Scottish drinks with a knowledgeable guide. This 2½‑hour small‑group tour blends tasting, history and local insight in intimate historic venues.
You step out of the damp morning air onto George Street and the city feels like it’s leaning in — cobbles absorb the footfall, sandstone façades reflect a pale light, and the guide moves the group toward a narrow stair that leads down to the first bar. Over 2½ hours the tour threads Old Town alleys and New Town boulevards, opening doors to four distinctive venues where cask ale, Thistly Cross cider, a Scottish gin & tonic, a single‑malt and a signature cocktail are served.
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Operated by Eat Drink Explore Edinburgh · Edinburgh, Scotland
You step out of the damp morning air onto George Street and the city feels like it’s leaning in — cobbles absorb the footfall, sandstone façades reflect a pale light, and the guide moves the group toward a narrow stair that leads down to the first bar. Over 2½ hours the tour threads Old Town alleys and New Town boulevards, opening doors to four distinctive venues where cask ale, Thistly Cross cider, a Scottish gin & tonic, a single‑malt and a signature cocktail are served.
Edinburgh’s drinking story is stitched into its streets: trade and grain routes fed early breweries; Victorian banking and Victorian gin halls left architectural echoes in the New Town; whisky matured in warehouses further afield before finding its way into city taprooms. Expect conversation about how geology — peat and barley from surrounding Lowlands and Highlands — shapes flavor, and how the city’s Enlightenment-era development created the streets you now walk.
The tone is informal but authoritative: a drinks specialist explains tasting notes, local producers and why Edinburgh’s bars differ from one block to the next. Cultural aside: many venues occupy 18th- and 19th-century buildings that served different civic purposes through their lives.
Practical guidance: bring valid photo ID (18+), wear comfortable shoes for short cobbled stretches, and book ahead — groups cap at ten. Pace yourself between tastings and hydrate; an optional meat-and-cheese board pairs well if you plan to eat. Public transport and taxis are available for return to hotels. If you have heart conditions or are pregnant, this activity is not recommended.
Meet near Saint Andrew Square / George Street; exact meeting instructions are provided on booking confirmation.
The tour includes four full serves: a half pint of real ale/cider, a gin & tonic, a single‑malt Scotch choice, and a cocktail.
No—attendees must be 18 or older and may be asked for valid ID at venues.
Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure; no refund within 24 hours.
Eat Drink Explore Edinburgh operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step out of the damp morning air onto George Street and the city feels like it’s leaning in — cobbles absorb the footfall, sandstone façades reflect a pale light, and the guide moves the group toward a narrow stair that leads down to the first bar. Over 2½ hours the tour threads Old Town alleys and New Town boulevards, opening doors to four distinctive venues where cask ale, Thistly Cross cider, a Scottish gin & tonic, a single‑malt and a signature cocktail are served.
You step out of the damp morning air onto George Street and the city feels like it’s leaning in — cobbles absorb the footfall, sandstone façades reflect a pale light, and the guide moves the group toward a narrow stair that leads down to the first bar. Over 2½ hours the tour threads Old Town alleys and New Town boulevards, opening doors to four distinctive venues where cask ale, Thistly Cross cider, a Scottish gin & tonic, a single‑malt and a signature cocktail are served.
Edinburgh’s drinking story is stitched into its streets: trade and grain routes fed early breweries; Victorian banking and Victorian gin halls left architectural echoes in the New Town; whisky matured in warehouses further afield before finding its way into city taprooms. Expect conversation about how geology — peat and barley from surrounding Lowlands and Highlands — shapes flavor, and how the city’s Enlightenment-era development created the streets you now walk.
The tone is informal but authoritative: a drinks specialist explains tasting notes, local producers and why Edinburgh’s bars differ from one block to the next. Cultural aside: many venues occupy 18th- and 19th-century buildings that served different civic purposes through their lives.
Practical guidance: bring valid photo ID (18+), wear comfortable shoes for short cobbled stretches, and book ahead — groups cap at ten. Pace yourself between tastings and hydrate; an optional meat-and-cheese board pairs well if you plan to eat. Public transport and taxis are available for return to hotels. If you have heart conditions or are pregnant, this activity is not recommended.