
Royal Mile Whiskies, Edinburgh
What to buy here: Malt Scotch whisky.
There's hardly any better location for a shop to sell whisky in Edinburgh than the Royal Mile. And if you look for a bottle of whisky as a gift for family or friends, then the malt Scotch whisky is exactly what you need. The Single Malt Scotch Whisky, made exclusively from malted barley, is Scotland's biggest export, and Edinburgh is the home of the Malt Whisky Society, stocking the world's largest whisky collection.
Established in 1991, Royal Mile Whiskies is one of the most respected whisky merchants in the world, having won Whisky Magazine’s Retailer of the Year Award numerous times.
An important part of its success is the fantastic team of staff with decades experience in whisky retailing and tasting, fit to ensure that everyone, from the novice whisky drinker to the connoisseur, feels welcome. These people are true whisky enthusiasts who share a passion for all things whisky – especially Scottish Single Malt Whisky – and love nothing better than chatting about and tasting the product!
Since the outset, the shop has steadily grown in range and reputation. Today, you will find here the finest whisky selection from Scotland's best distilleries with a quality that speaks for itself. Capturing rarity and exclusiveness in a glass, this Scottish alcoholic drink captivates curious and discerning whisky lovers from all corners of the globe.
Prices vary between $30+ and $1,500+ per bottle.
Opening Hours: 7 days a week, 10:00am - 6:00pm
There's hardly any better location for a shop to sell whisky in Edinburgh than the Royal Mile. And if you look for a bottle of whisky as a gift for family or friends, then the malt Scotch whisky is exactly what you need. The Single Malt Scotch Whisky, made exclusively from malted barley, is Scotland's biggest export, and Edinburgh is the home of the Malt Whisky Society, stocking the world's largest whisky collection.
Established in 1991, Royal Mile Whiskies is one of the most respected whisky merchants in the world, having won Whisky Magazine’s Retailer of the Year Award numerous times.
An important part of its success is the fantastic team of staff with decades experience in whisky retailing and tasting, fit to ensure that everyone, from the novice whisky drinker to the connoisseur, feels welcome. These people are true whisky enthusiasts who share a passion for all things whisky – especially Scottish Single Malt Whisky – and love nothing better than chatting about and tasting the product!
Since the outset, the shop has steadily grown in range and reputation. Today, you will find here the finest whisky selection from Scotland's best distilleries with a quality that speaks for itself. Capturing rarity and exclusiveness in a glass, this Scottish alcoholic drink captivates curious and discerning whisky lovers from all corners of the globe.
Prices vary between $30+ and $1,500+ per bottle.
Opening Hours: 7 days a week, 10:00am - 6:00pm
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Sight Name: Royal Mile Whiskies
Sight Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Sight Type: Shopping
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Sight Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Sight Type: Shopping
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