Scotland's WHOLE whisky story in one place
Welcome to the award-winning The Scotch Whisky Experience, the home of Scotch whisky. A five star visitor attraction at the top of Edinburgh's Royal Mile, we've been inspiring visitors to Edinburgh about the joys of Scotch whisky for over 35 years.
Our Tours & Experiences
The Gold Tour
The Silver Tour
A Taste of Scotland Tour
Plan your visit
Click here for all Tour, Booking, Health & Safety, Amber Restaurant and Shop FAQs.
Our tickets are flexible and can be rescheduled up to 48 hours before your visit time!
Amber Restaurant
Private Events
The Collection
@tartanparadescotland is a voluntary group, formed to organise Edinburgh Tartan Parade and to support Scotlandβs heritage. Taking place today at 1pm, this year celebrates the launch of the Magic of Unicorn tartan π¦
If youβre in town, you can spot our very own unicorns, Deoch and Doras who will be proudly watching the festivities unfold β¨
#EdinburghTartanParade #TartanParadeScotland #scotchwhiskyexperience #thingstodoedinburgh #whatsonedinburgh
π₯ Whisky Month has arrived! π₯
Celebrate the incredible world of Scotch whisky with us as we also mark 25 years of Amber Restaurant. Read the blog linked in our bio to discover whatβs happening this May and letβs raise a dram to the water of life β¨π₯
#WhiskyMonth #WhiskyIsCelebration #WhiskyIsAJourney #WhiskyIsConnection #GlobalWhiskyToast
Whisky is...Celebration π₯π
It`s Whisky Month! Raise a glass to Edinburgh`s most impressive room, The Diageo Claive Vidiz Scotch Whisky Collection. Why not celebrate your birthday or anniversary with us! π π₯
#WhiskyIsCelebration #edinburgh #scotchwhisky #thingstodoedinburgh #scotchwhiskyexperience
π May Whiskies of the Month π
In celebration of the 25th anniversary of our Amber Restaurant, we are highlighting the growth and change in the whisky industry since this award-winning restaurant opened its doors. In the past 25 years, there have been numerous new distilleries, independent bottlers, and enthusiasts who have entered the scene, along with innovative methods and experiments β¨
Discover the blog on our website!
#WhiskyIsCelebration #whiskiesofthemonth #whiskybaredinburgh #scotchwhiskyexperience #amberrestaurant
π₯β¨ We are delighted to once again partner with our friends at @marykingsclose for a truly immersive Edinburgh experience β¨π₯
Begin with their Dram of History Tour, a one-hour guided walk exploring why Mary Kingβs Close was once a thriving hub for trade, including the bustling alcohol trade that shaped the areaβs past, followed by a 30-minute whisky tasting featuring three drams π π―οΈ
After the tour, wander up The Royal Mile to us, where a warm welcome awaits at our @amber_restaurant_edin. Settle in and savour our Taste of Scotland menu, finishing with a dessert perfectly paired with a dram π½οΈπ₯
Book on @marykingsclose website!
#whatsonedinburgh #thingstodoedinburgh #whiskymonth #scotchwhiskyexperience #MaryKingsClose
Have you checked out these green spaces in Edinburgh? π³π¦
#greenspace #edinburgh #exploreEdinburgh #edinburghrightnow #cherryblossom
Edinburgh is blooming and so is our whisky list πΈπ
Pop in for a dram, we`re now up to 600 in our Amber Whisky Bar and Whisky Shop! π₯
We`re only a short walk away from the stunning cherry blossoms in the Meadows.
#edinburgh #cherryblossom #whiskybar #edinburghrightnow #scotchwhisky
Weβre delighted to have renewed our Gold Award for Green Tourism! ππ
#GreenTourism #edinburgh #scotchwhiskyexperience #exploreedinburgh
Edinburgh in Spring πΊ π πΌ
#cherryblossom #cherryblossomseason #edinburgh #edinburghrightnow #visitscotland
Happy National Unicorn Day! Have you spotted these iconic unicorns in Edinburgh? π¦ β¨
#nationalunicornday #edinburgh #exploreedinburgh #royalmileedinburgh #edinburghrightnow
Aprilβs Whiskies of the Month are inspired by the ancient Gaelic festivals that honoured the changing seasons βοΈπ π π·
Each dram reflects the themes of Lughnasadh, Samhain, Imbolc and Beltane.
With Edinburghβs own Beltane Festival returning to Calton Hill at the end of the month, it is the perfect time to explore the traditions that shaped Scottish life for centuries π₯
π Discover the blog linked in bio.
#whiskiesofthemonth #scotchwhiskyexperience #exploreedinburgh #scotchwhisky
Follow our Operations Directorβs whisky journey, from first drams to travels across Scotland π΄σ §σ ’σ ³σ £σ ΄σ Ώπ₯
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#WhiskyIsAJourney #scotchwhisky #scotchwhiskyexperience #edinburgh
Whisky is...Flavour ππΆοΈπ₯πΊ
Every whisky expresses its character through flavour, whether it is smoky peat, sweet vanilla or fruity notes. That flavour begins with the grain and the water, then deepens through the cask and the passing of time.
Together, these elements spark curiosity and invite you to explore how regions, ages and finishes shape what you taste.
Flavour ultimately connects us to moments, turning whisky into a fully sensory experience.
#WhiskyIsFlavour #sensoryjourney #scotchwhisky #scotchwhiskyexperience
Four Flights. One Story - the people who pour the story.
The Managerβs Choice Flight is available on its own or you can enjoy it alongside tapas style dishes (pictured last) or the full dishes are available on our menus π½οΈ π₯
Each pairing reflects not only the flavours of Scotland, but the personalities and palates of the team who have helped shape Amber over the years π
π Read the blog to find out more! (linked in bio)
#WhiskyIsCelebration #25thanniversary #amberrestaurant #exploreedinburgh
To celebrate 25 years of Amber Restaurant & Whisky Bar, our longβserving managers have each chosen a whisky that holds a special place behind the bar ππ₯
Together, their selections create a tasting flight that reflects the true βspiritβ of Amber, offering a four-course journey that invites guests to explore Scotlandβs flavours in a new way, where each dram can be paired with a dish that brings its character to life π₯
Look out for our upcoming blog, where we will share the full lineβup of the Manager`s Choice flight and pairings! π½οΈ
#WhiskyIsCelebration #amberrestaurant #whiskybar
π Join the Global Whisky Toast! π₯
We are celebrating Whisky Month with two amazing milestones:
β¨ 25 years of @amber_restaurant_edin
β¨ 25 years of the iconic @theglencairnglass
And we would love you to be part of the celebration!
π₯ Want to join in?
1. Raise a whisky glass (bonus points for a Glencairn Glass!)
2. Record a quick toast to the βwater of lifeβ
3. Capture it with an iconic local backdrop π
4. Say βSlΓ inte mhathβ, βCheersβ, or a toast in your own language
Send your video on WhatsApp to +44 (0)7399495712 by Monday 27th April. We will share your toasts on World Whisky Day on 16th May.
You can also post your own toast and tag us on here @scotchwhiskyexp with #GlobalWhiskyToast
π Link in bio for full T&Cs.
Please share with anyone who would love to join the fun. SlΓ inte! π₯ β¨ #GlobalWhiskyToast #WorldWhiskyDay
We have an exciting milestone coming up...our Amber Restaurant & Whisky Bar is turning 25! π₯³
Throughout the year, we will be marking the occasion with special announcements, stories and a few surprises along the way. It is a celebration of the people and passion that have shaped Amber over the past quarter of a century! π₯
#WhiskyIsCelebration #amberrestaurant #anniversary #whiskybar
Whisky is a major part of Scottish industry today and has been for hundreds of years π₯
For our March Whiskies of the Month, we wanted to highlight other heritage industries that have shaped Scotland throughout the years. Each whisky we have chosen reveals a different connection, exploring how Scotch whisky has interacted with these industries across the country ππ£π’ π
Blog linked in bio π
ππ₯ Get ready for Scotland v France weekend with rugby legends meet and greet plus a shop sampling this Fridayππ₯
We are delighted to welcome Hirundine Whisky @againstthegrainwhiskyltd to our Whisky & Gift Shop. @lauriekblack1 will be hosting a sampling between 11am - 6pm, so pop along and say hello! It`s a fantastic opportunity to discover the story behind the spirit and sample a dram or two β¨
Touring visitors will also have the unique opportunity to enjoy a meet and greet with the following rugby players in our McIntyre Gallery after their Silver or Gold tour (listed) π
Book your tour via the link in our bio!
Places to visit in Edinburgh β¨π΄σ §σ ’σ ³σ £σ ΄σ Ώ
@elephanthousecafe @nationalmuseumsscotland @nationalgalleriesscot @amber_restaurant_edin
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#edinburgh #scotchwhiskyexperience #thingstodoedinburgh #whiskytour
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