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Edinburgh
Old Town Edinburgh: Whisky, Food & History Tour
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Overview
The ScotchandScran OldTown Tour offers a deep dive into Edinburgh's history, flavors, and tales. With Iain as the guide, participants stroll through the Old Town's cobbled streets, hearing stories of ancient clans, dark secrets, and the magic that inspired the Harry Potter books.
The tour then introduces guests to Hector Maclean, a whisky expert who shares insights and samples of Scotland's finest whiskies. This tasting experience is both intimate and informative, allowing participants to savor the unique flavors and learn about the craft behind each dram.
The ScotchandScran tour concludes with a taste of Scotland. Guests get to enjoy venison, pork, artisan cheeses, and haggis with whisky sauce. It’s a memorable combination of history, tastes, and fun. 
Highlights
Explore Edinburgh's Old Town: Walk the historic streets and discover the stories behind the city's landmarks.
Taste Fine Scottish Whisky: Enjoy a guided whisky tasting with an expert, sampling unique flavors.
Savor Scottish Cuisine: Indulge in venison, haggis with whisky sauce, cheeses, and more.
Hear Harry Potter Tales: Discover the spots in Edinburgh that inspired the Harry Potter books.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoyed the tour's blend of history, whisky, and food, with engaging guides and unique insights.
Customers loved Iain's storytelling and humor during the walking tour.
Visitors enjoyed learning about whisky from Hector.
Many people liked the Scottish food, especially the haggis with whisky sauce.
Guests found the Harry Potter-related stories interesting.
Some guests wished for more time at certain locations.
A few customers felt the walking portion was too long for them.
The Journey
Edinburgh's Old Town
Edinburgh's Old Town is a historic area characterized by its cobbled streets, narrow alleyways (closes), and medieval architecture. It is home to significant landmarks, a rich history, and ghostly tales. Some locations inspired the Harry Potter series.
Whisky Tasting Venue
An exclusive venue where Hector Maclean, a whisky expert, guides an intimate tasting session. Participants sample handpicked selections of Scotland's finest whiskies, learning about their origins, flavors, and the craft behind each bottle.
Scottish Charcuterie Venue
A dining location where participants indulge in a feast of traditional Scottish foods. The meal includes venison, pork, artisan cheeses, and haggis with a whisky sauce, offering a taste and understanding of Scotland's culinary heritage.
Know Before You Go
This tour includes a guided walking tour of Edinburgh's Old Town, a whisky tasting experience, and a meal featuring traditional Scottish dishes. It does not include additional food or drinks beyond what is offered during the tasting and meal. Details regarding the meeting point will be provided upon booking.
Hot Tip
Wear comfortable shoes for the walking tour of the Old Town. Also, be sure to try all the whiskies during the tasting to discover your favorite!
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