Private Whisky Tasting, Scottish Food & Wine Pairing Tour

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What You’ll Experience
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Duration
3 hours
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Number of Guests
2 - 10 guests
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Language
English
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Discover Scotland's culinary essence in a 3-hour tour pairing artisanal foods, European wines, and Scotch whisky. Learn from local experts in iconic Edinburgh spots. Book now!

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

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.


Sample Menu

STARTER
Savoury food
A seasonal dish, for example West Coast Scallop with sparking wine followed by a sample of white wine paired with a local dish, eg Scottish Salmon.
MAIN
Delicious Scottish savoury produce
Fresh, seasonal Scottish artisan produce, for example ham terrine paired with Italian Rose.
MAIN
Seasonal savoury dish paired with Montepulciano d'Abruzzo red wine from Italy
For example, Aberdeenshire butterie with Lanark blue cheese, pickled pear, spinach and walnuts.
DESSERT
Whisky tasting with Scottish cheese selection.
A guided tasting of two contrasting single malt Scotch whiskies selected to suit your taste. Enjoy with a Scottish cheese board and oatcakes.

What You Get

An expert led wine and food pairing masterclass tasting.
Alcoholic beverages
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.
Hotel Pickup and Drop Off
Gratuities

Good To Know

  • 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.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

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!

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

42 St Andrew Square, Saint Andrew Square, Edinburgh Scotland, United Kingdom, GB, EH2 2AD

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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

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Earliest available date: May 31, 2025
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