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Summer samplings at The Whisky Shop

on July 31, 2025July 31, 2025
Kinglassie Whisky from The Whisky SHop

The Whisky Shop has some exciting whisky samplings planned this August. These events are free of charge, open to all 18+, and a great way to learn more about your favourite whiskies and gins.

Start with a Holyrood whisky sampling on 6th August, where host Finlay Chaudhry will be taking you through Embra, Ambir, and Pitch. Whether you’re a fan already or have never tried these malts, this is a great way to start on your whisky journey.

On the 8th of August The Whisky Shop will be joined by Philip Kingscott, where you can sample some Edinburgh Gin Botanics and Edinburgh Gin Old Tom and learn from an expert.

On 13th of August, Carl Crafts will be hosting an Ardnamurchan sampling, with samples of AD Malt, AD Midge, and AD Madeira Finish available to taste, followed by a Kinglassie 8 Year Old Whisky sampling hosted by Rob Shaw on Thursday 14th August where you can taste this new release.

Everest Marshall will be joining us on the 15th of August to sample Kingsbarns Doocot and Balcomie whisky, followed by Philip Kingscott on August 16th for another Edinburgh Gin sampling.

On 19th August, Steven Rankin will be hosting a Spey sampling where visitors can try The Spey Trilogia, Chairman’s PX, 12yo and the TWS 6yo Sauternes.

Finally, Alex Walker will be hosting Glenfiddich samplings on the 21st-22nd and 28th-29th August, with samples of Glenfiddich 14, 18, 21, and 23 year olds.

Each sampling takes place from 12pm-5pm.

Head to The Whisky Shop this August and learn more about the amazing distilleries and flavours of Scotland.

 

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