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Johnnie Walker Whisky Distillery Experience
Overview
Step into the world of Johnnie Walker, the Scotch whisky brand built on blending, and find out how malts from across Scotland come together in one bottle. The visit is about flavour as much as history, so you leave knowing what you like in a whisky.
Highlights
- The art of blending: How whiskies from many distilleries are married into one house style.
- Four corners of Scotland: Its four homes: Glenkinchie, Cardhu, Caol Ila and Clynelish.
- Flavour and aroma: Sensory displays that help you name smoky, fruity or sweet notes.
- Storytelling: Two centuries of the brand told through displays and presentations.
Good to know
- Time on site: About 1 hour.
- Activity level: Easy: indoors, mostly standing. Any whisky sampling is for adults only.
- Pairs well with: The Glenkinchie Distillery Tour, to see a Johnnie Walker malt made.
Facts
History
- The Johnnie Walker story began in 1820, when John Walker opened a grocery shop in Kilmarnock, Ayrshire.
- His son Alexander introduced the square bottle in 1860: more bottles fitted in the same space and fewer broke in transit.
Did you know?
- The Striding Man logo first appeared in 1909, drawn by the cartoonist Tom Browne.
- By law, Scotch whisky must be matured in Scotland, in oak casks, for at least three years and bottled at no less than 40% alcohol.
Tour manager tips
- Tastings are for adults only, so guests should carry photo ID in case staff ask for proof of age.
- Suggest a proper meal beforehand and a glass of water between samples.
- Agree a regroup point and time before guests head to the shop.
Included in the price
Included
- Johnnie Walker whisky experience with tour (as per the ticket booked)
- Whisky tasting (adults only)
Not included: Hotel transfers and transport to the venue, additional food and drinks, gratuities, personal expenses.
Please note: Access depends on the ticket type booked and on the attraction being open on the day of your visit.
Meeting point
Your exact meeting point is confirmed on the travel voucher issued after booking.
Entry fees for museums, monuments and civic sites are set by the authority that runs each one and can change without notice. Figures here are a guide; your final quote confirms them.
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