INVERNESS WHISKY TOUR
INVERNESS WHISKY TOUR
Explore the rich and interesting history of whisky making in Inverness and the Northern Highlands.
“The tour was seamless, great choice of distilleries, the distillery tours were brilliant!”
Inverness Whisky Tour
On your Inverness whisky tour, you will spend a day touring around some of Scotland’s most beautiful and remote terrain. We will stop at three fantastic distilleries for your distillery tours and tastings.
You will notice there is an abundance of local history; happenings that sculpted the future of the Scotland and the world, at the nearby battlefield of Culloden for example, or commonly with our North American guests, the roots of your ancestors.
Inverness Whisky Tour
On your Inverness whisky tour, you will spend a day touring around some of Scotland’s most beautiful and remote terrain. We will stop at three fantastic distilleries for your distillery tours and tastings.
You will notice there is an abundance of local history; happenings that sculpted the future of the Scotland and the world, at the nearby battlefield of Culloden for example, or commonly with our North American guests, the roots of your ancestors.
Inverness and the Northern Highlands have a rich and interesting history in whisky making. One of the first accounts of a whisky style spirit being consumed was when King James IV was in Inverness during September 1506, the Treasurer’s Accounts had entries for the 15th and 17th of the month: ‘For aqua vite to the King. . .’ and ‘For ane flacat of aqua vite to the King. . .’. lt is more than likely that the Aquavitae in this case was spirit for drinking. Follow the footsteps of Royalty on your Inverness Whisky Tour.
The whisky from this region is some of the most prestigious and famous in the world. Glenmorangie and Brora are well known and respected worldwide. There are also lesser known gems such as Tomatin and Balblair close by.
On your Inverness whisky tour, you will come across many Highland whiskies, with many different flavours and different characters. Clynelish, for example has an unique oily texture not found elsewhere in the country.
Inverness and the Northern Highlands have a rich and interesting history in whisky making. One of the first accounts of a whisky style spirit being consumed was when King James IV was in Inverness during September 1506, the Treasurer’s Accounts had entries for the 15th and 17th of the month: ‘For aqua vite to the King. . .’ and ‘For ane flacat of aqua vite to the King. . .’. lt is more than likely that the Aquavitae in this case was spirit for drinking. Follow the footsteps of Royalty on your Inverness Whisky Tour.
The whisky from this region is some of the most prestigious and famous in the world. Glenmorangie and Brora are well known and respected worldwide. There are also lesser known gems such as Tomatin and Balblair close by.
On your Inverness whisky tour, you will come across many Highland whiskies, with many different flavours and different characters. Clynelish, for example has an unique oily texture not found elsewhere in the country.
EXAMPLE FULL DAY ITINERARY
This is an example itinerary that we use as a guide, but there may be slight adjustments due to availability.
Morning
9:00am
Start the day departing Inverness from your accommodation.
10:00am – 11:30am
Take part in a tour and tasting at Clynelish distillery. With a cult following as a single malt, Clynelish also proudly serves as one of the Four Corners distilleries of Johnnie Walker. The the rich Highland whisky that is revered around the world on its own and as a vital component of Johnnie Walker whiskies. Taste and learn about the enigmatic and mysterious spirit of the coastal Sutherland home. Our customers have commented that the whisky is of a waxy texture, carrying notes of tropical fruit and honey.
Midday
12:00pm-1:30pm – Lunch
Lunch at Dornoch castle hotel – Have lunch and visit the world class whisky bar, The local bar staff are whisky experts, they have taken exceptional care in generating their collection of whiskies and have established a great understanding over the years which subsequently has influenced the dedicated team of bar staff who happily share their knowledge to our guests.
2:00pm-3:30pm
Distillery tasting or distillery tour and tasting at Glenmorangie Distillery. Glenmorangie whisky is renowned the world over for its refined and floral notes; a single malt whisky that has stood the test of time. The original Glenmorangie is loved in Scotland and abroad. A firm favourite with our guests.
Afternoon
4:00pm-5:00pm
Tasting or distillery tour and tasting at Balblair distillery. Balblair Distillery is a Scotch whisky distillery located in Edderton, Ross-shire, Scotland. Not far from Inverness.
Founded in 1790, the distillery was rebuilt in 1895 by the designer Charles C Doig to be closer to the Edderton Railway Station on the Inverness and Ross-shire Railway line. A lesser known gem compared to its whisky celebrity neighbours. Meet fantastic local whisky experts and some cracking naturally presented whisky.
6:00pm
Return to your accommodation in Inverness
Other distillery and whisky tasting partners that we also use from time to time: Tomatin distillery, Glen of Ord distillery, Whisky and Piano Bar, the Malt room
Full Day Pricing
Our Inverness whisky tour is available for individuals or groups of up to 16 people.
FROM
£194
PER PERSON
Hotel pick-up & drop off
Comfortable vehicle with driver
Distillery entry
Whisky tasting & guide
At least 3 whiskies per stop
Bottled water on the tour bus
Choose your tour date:
Fully booked on the day you’re visiting? Or have a larger group? Give us a call or email and we’ll see what we can do!
07588139918 or sales@whiskywheels.scot
Frequently Asked Questions
What is your Covid-19 policy?
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff.
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience.
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas.
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use.
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized.
- Guides required to regularly wash hands.
- Regular temperature checks for staff.
When does the whisky tour run?
The tours run 7 days per week, you’ll see a calendar with date options to choose from. If you’re trying to book a tour within 24 hours of the start date, please call or email to check short notice availability.
Do you offer collection/drop-off at hotels?
The cost of the full day Inverness Whisky Tour includes collection and drop off at your accommodation (within 10 miles of Edinburgh).
If you are further away from Edinburgh, please email us your accommodation address and we can send a personalised quote from there – sales@whiskywheels.scot
What's included in the full day tour cost?
Free pickup and drop off from your accommodation or from a location in Edinburgh (within 10 miles). Three stops for whisky distillery tours and tastings – at least 3 whiskies provided per stop. Driver Guide. Bottled water provided in the tour vehicle. Itinerary booked and planned and communicated by text or email. Lunch table booked.
Excluded: Food, extra whisky
What group size is the whisky tour?
This tour is tailored to your unique circumstances. It’s available as a private 1-2-1 your or any group size up to 16 people.
I have another question
If you have any questions not addressed here, please email us at sales@whiskywheels.scot or call us on: 07549839684
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