Luxury Cask Draw Tasting
A 6-dram premium tasting
Refunds and rescheduling are accepted up to 48h before the tour. No refunds or rescheduling after that time.
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Step into the Luxury Cask Draw Tasting at The Johnnie Walker Experience, where tradition and innovation blend seamlessly to create an unforgettable whisky tasting experience. This isn't just a tasting; it’s the experience of all experiences for true whisky enthusiasts, delving deep into the craftsmanship and heritage of Scotch whisky. This experience takes place in our exclusive cellar, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Edinburgh at The Johnnie Walker Experience.
Meet our whisky experts in our cask cellar, Diageo’s smallest maturation warehouse for a welcome dram of Johnnie Walker Blue Label Xordinaire XO Cognac Cask Finish served directly from the cask
Then, embark on a 90-minute tutored tasting of four premium cask strength Scotch whiskies – including:
An experimental Mortlach NAD
(ABV 58.9%)
A Cameronbridge 2007 Ex-Bourbon Hogshead
(ABV 68.5%)
or a Port Dundas 2009 Ex-Bourbon ASB
(ABV 68.5%)
A Talisker 27-Year-Old (ABV 50.6%), a Lagavulin PX Hogshead (ABV 52.8%) or a Clynelish 2011 Ex-Bourbon ASB
(ABV 63.4%)
A Glen Ord Chocolate Malt Trial 4YO (ABV 60%) or a Roseisle 2011 Ex-Bourbon Hogshead
(ABV 63.4%)
At the end of the tour, you will be treated to a truly special whisky, blended right before your eyes by one of our whisky specialists
Savour extraordinary whisky drawn straight from the cask, only available at The Johnnie Walker Experience.
Save 10% across liquid products at The Johnnie Walker Experience's store after your tour*.
Afterwards, book into our 1820 rooftop bar. Make sure you book ahead so we can save you a seat.
*T&Cs apply. Discount valid on products up to value of £499.99 per product on the day of your tour, or up to seven days after your tour. Please note this tour is suitable for 18 years+ only. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your experience. We do operate a 'Challenge 25 Policy' and guests who wish to enjoy alcoholic drinks during the experience may be asked to show a legally approved form of ID card as proof of age. Unfortunately, we cannot accept digital copies. Please be advised that motorised wheelchairs and scooters are not permitted in the Cellar due to its classification as an ATEX zone, which presents an explosive hazard. Guests who use motorised wheelchairs or scooters are kindly requested to transfer to a non-motorised mobility aid for the duration of the experience.
HOW TO GET THERE
Planning your visit
Address: The Johnnie Walker Experience, 145 Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 4BL, UK
We recommend visiting Traveline Scotland to plan your route and to stay up to date on transport options.
Read more at https://travelinescotland.com/
Opening hours vary by department & over the festive season. Please visit www.johnniewalkerexperience.com more information.
We’re pleased to have consulted Euan’s Guide to ensure that we provide disabled access information upfront to give all our visitors the confidence to visit our distillery and enjoy the experience. Please do let us know if you have any specific requirements at the time of your booking and a member of staff will be in touch.
Assistance dogs are permitted in the distillery and on tours. All other dogs are not, but well-behaved dogs are welcome in our shops and bars. Review our dog-friendly policy here.
At Johnnie Walker, we understand the need to protect and restore the planet’s resources. If 200+ years of perfecting our craft has taught us anything, it’s the vital role that balance plays. We understand how essential the harmonious interplay between wood, water, earth and living creatures is to the world around us. That’s why we’re committed to reducing our footprint ‘from grain to glass’.
Johnnie Walker Experience FAQs
The Johnnie Walker Experience is located at 145 Princes Street in central Edinburgh, Scotland. It sits within walking distance of Edinburgh Waverley Station and close to many of the city’s most popular attractions.
Yes. Visitors can book immersive tours, guided whisky tastings and premium whisky experiences throughout the day.
Advance booking is strongly recommended due to the popularity of the experience and limited tour capacity.
Visitors may be able to access the retail store or rooftop bar without booking a tour, subject to availability, although booking an experience provides the full visit.