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Glenkinchie Malt Whisky Distillery Flavour Small Group Tour
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Tour Summary
Glenkinchie Malt Whisky Distillery Flavour Tour
Half day tour
Glenkinchie Distillery produces the Edinburgh Malt, enjoyed worldwide both on its own and as an essential part of the famous Johnnie Walker blends. Discover Glenkinchie’s rich heritage and craftsmanship on a full-sensory tour, where you’ll learn about their field-to-glass whisky process. The tour ends with a guided tasting of three drams and a cocktail in the Tasting Room—an unforgettable conclusion to your visit to the Lowland Home of Johnnie Walker.
East Lothian - enjoy a drive through the rolling farmland on Edinburgh’s doorstep
Glenkinchie Distillery - explore the Lowland home of Johnnie Walker whisky
Gardens - stroll through the gardens awash with colourful local flowers
Sensory Tour - learn the traditions of whisky-making in an immersive experience
Distillery Shop - pick up a souvenir as a reminder of your visit
Tutored Tasting - savour a taste of 3 drams and a wee whisky cocktail
Movies – The Buccaneers, Trainspotting and The Outlaw King
Full Tour Itinerary
Leaving central Edinburgh behind and meandering through the suburbs, you’ll notice how the scenery changes with picturesque landscapes and rolling farmland as we enter East Lothian.
Often referred to as the “Garden of Scotland,” the region’s rich agricultural land is perfect for growing barley, an essential ingredient in whisky production. The area has many quaint villages and historic landmarks, adding to its scenic charm.
Glenkinchie is located in an attractive hollow by the banks of the Kinchie Burn. On arrival, there is time to stroll through the gardens planted with local flowers and grasses.
Later, join an expert guide who will explain the history of the distillery and the traditions of whisky making. Then, there is a distillery tour, where you will see the largest pot still in Scotland.
Learn about the Four Corners of Johnnie Walker and some of the aromas that influence the spirit of Glenkinchie.
The tour ends with a tutored tasting of 3 malts and a wee whisky-based cocktail in the Tasting Room.
Please note that during June 2026, Glenkinchie Distillery will enter its Silent Season, meaning the Production area will be closed and the standard Flavour Journey tour will be temporarily unavailable for bookings during this period.
Guests visiting in June will instead enjoy the Glenkinchie Sensory Experience - an immersive alternative including a Sensory Theatre tasting of the iconic 12-Year-Old whisky, a visit to the Model Room, and a guided tasting of 3 further whiskies in the atmospheric Maturation Room, totalling 4 exceptional drams.
Enjoy free time to browse the distillery shop before boarding the coach for the return journey to Edinburgh.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I expect on this Small Group Tour?
With a maximum of just 16 passengers, a Small Group Tour provides a more personal and flexible travelling experience. You’ll enjoy more time off the bus, with freedom to explore free from the crowds.
While you will see all the highlights, these tours are carefully planned to travel off the highways, so you’ll discover quaint villages and picturesque vistas that other tours cannot reach.
Small group tours are operated by purpose-built mini-coaches with air-conditioning, panoramic windows and comfortable seating.
Each group is led by an experienced driver/guide who will entertain and inform you with stories of our history, nature and folklore.
Many travellers prefer small group touring as it’s considered more authentic and there is a better chance to connect with locals as well as their fellow explorers.
Tell me what the visit to a whisky distillery will be like?
A visit to a traditional whisky distillery is a feast for all the senses. After a warm welcome you’ll normally have a short audio/visual presentation on the the history of the distillery and the traditional methods used in the distilling process.
Next is a tour of the distillery where you you will experience all stages of the whisky making process from mashing and fermenting to distilling and maturation.
Your tour will end with a tutored tasting of a malt whisky and the opportunity to buy a souvenir of your visit in the distillery shop.
Will we have time to shop for whisky?
Every distillery we visit has a shop selling their own whisky, plus a range of souvenirs, so we would definitely encourage you to buy your whisky enroute (just make sure you check your country’s rules regarding duty free, as you may well be limited to taking one or two bottles home!). We don’t stop at any other shops along the way.
I’ve missed my tour because I was late, can I get a refund?
We’re sorry but refunds or credits won’t be issued if you miss your tour because you are not at the departure point on time.
In fairness to all our passengers coaches will not wait if you are late.
Can I reserve specific seats on the coach?
Seating on this tour is on a first come, first served basis and cannot be pre-booked.
If you are travelling as part of a group please make sure that all members of the party arrive at the departure point together.
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