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The Mountebank Comedy Whisky Tasting

5.0 · 33 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Edinburgh Operated by Mountebank Scotland Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
1h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
13:30, 15:00, 15:15 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A stand-up comedian mixes whisky tasting with Scottish history and jokes about Scotland and its drink.

The whisky option includes four malt whiskies; a no-whisky option is also listed, and extra drinks cost more. 5 from 33 reviews at €14 per person for 1h 30m.

In our comparison: #6 of 26 in Whisky Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
No Whisky OptionThe page price€14
Mountebank Whisky TastingWhisky Tasting€48

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Licensed Guide
  • A flight of four malt whiskies from across Scotland
  • Your ticket includes four whiskies only, extra beverages must be purchased separately
  • Gratuities

Reviews

5.0
33 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 33 of 33

Star breakdown of all 33 ratings

5 stars
33 · 100%
4 stars
0 · 0%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers enjoy the whisky knowledge and comedy, though the edgy humour may not suit everyone

Praised

  • Humour woven into whisky history and explanations of production
  • Tasting advice useful to beginners and experienced whisky drinkers
  • A varied whisky selection with stories behind the pours
  • Comedy that also entertains guests who do not drink whisky
  • The host's dog adds to the friendly atmosphere

Complaints

  • Edgy jokes may not suit guests who are easily offended

Written by Guidekin from the 33 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (3 January 2025 to 2 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Please arrive at The Stand Comedy Club on York Place in time for your whisky tasting beginning (3pm Thursdays and Fridays, 1.30pm Saturdays) · Open in Google Maps
Departure
13:30, 15:00, 15:15 on Thu, Fri, Sat; scheduled through August 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Mountebank Scotland; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

The Mountebank Whisky Tasting is the only whisky tasting experience led by a professional, award winning stand-up comedian (and his trusty sidekick, Scotland's best dog, Brahan). Mountebank is hysterical, historical and completely original! Your guide Daniel will demonstrate his passion for whisky and Scottish history while poking fun at you, him, Scotland and all things whisky related!

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Accessibility

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Age 18+ minimum age to join

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

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Ranked #6 of 26 in Whisky Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €14 to €1302, median €69; typical length 9h. 0 of 26 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 26 Whisky Tours

From €14 per adult · No Whisky Option