Whiski Rooms: Edinburgh's whisky sanctuary on the Royal Mile
Location and History
Whiski Rooms is majestically located at 133 High Street, Royal Mile, EH1 1SG in Edinburgh, housed within a 16th-century stone building that was formerly the renowned "St. Giles Whisky Exchange." The restaurant preserves Queen Mary-era stone vaulted cellars and Victorian mahogany liquor cabinets, with walls adorned by an 1846 copperplate map of Scottish distilleries. Amber light filters through thousands of whisky glasses, casting enchanting shadows on the rugged stone walls.
Whisky Collection
- Whisky Collection: Showcasing over 380 single malt whiskies, covering all Scottish regions
- House specialty:
- Macallan 1946 (First Post-War Edition)
- Port Ellen 1982 (Closed Distillery Commemorative Edition)
- Karuizawa 1960 (Legendary Japanese Whisky)
- featured service: professional sommeliers provide "whiskey flavor wheel" tasting guidance
Dining experience
Modern Scottish Cuisine
- Prelude: Smoked Salmon with Islay Whiskey Cream Sauce
- Main Chapter:
- Grampian Highlands Beef Tenderloin with Black Pepper Whiskey Sauce
- Skye Lobster with Citrus Whiskey Foam
- Finale:
- Oatmeal crisp sandwich with Dalwhinnie whisky chocolate ganache
- Traditional panna cotta with Hedalee whiskey syrup
Featured activities
- Daily at 20:00: Live Celtic folk performance (bagpipes and harp)
- Wednesday Masterclass: Vertical Tasting of Four Decades of Glenfarclas
- Saturday Cellar Tour: Discover Rare Barrel-Aged Wines in the 17th Century Stone Cellar
Useful Information
- Best time: 6-8 PM to avoid crowds and enjoy a quiet wine tasting experience
- Dress Code: Business casual attire, with a shawl recommended for winter.
- Special Note: Provides a Chinese version of the Whiskey Beginner's Guide.
Reservation Guide
- Window-side seats with views must be booked at least 14 days in advance.
- Whiskey pairing menu must be confirmed at least 24 hours in advance.
- UnionPay and mobile payments are accepted