Top Scotland Cooking Classes

Immerse yourself in the warmth of traditional Scottish hospitality for a cooking experience and 3-course dinner as you step into the welcoming embrace of local host Nell's stunning 200-year-old home nestled in the heart of Edinburgh. Begin your culinary journey with a warm introduction to Scottish cooking, while savoring homemade cheese oatcakes and Edinburgh Scottish rhubarb and ginger gin liqueur. Under Nell's expert guidance, master the art of preparing a quintessential Scottish soup - Cullen Skink- and craft your very own batch of buttery, melt-in-your-mouth Scottish shortbread. Dine Nell's elegant sitting room with Scotland's national dish, haggis (meat or vegetarian), served with creamy mashed potatoes and turnips, and enjoy a dram of whisky while you toast to Robert Burns' famous "Ode to a Haggis" poem. To wrap up this memorable evening, indulge in your homemade shortbread and tea or coffee, and depart with a tartan-wrapped goodie bag.

Indulge in a hands-on Scottish cooking class with breathtaking views over Edinburgh from Corstorphine Hill. Hosted by Fiona, a Leith's-trained chef passionate about Scottish cuisine, this intimate experience offers a warm and informal atmosphere for food lovers of all skill levels. Begin with a welcoming tea or coffee and homemade Scottish shortbread in Fiona’s open-plan kitchen, where the city skyline unfolds through large windows. Together, you'll prepare a two-course seasonal menu using the finest local ingredients, then gather around the table to savor the fruits of your labor while being immersed in true Scottish hospitality. As a final touch, leave with a unique Scottish gift and, if you wish, take a short walk nearby for even more stunning vistas of Edinburgh's iconic landscape. Perfect for visitors seeking an authentic taste of Scotland in an unforgettable setting!

Get an insiders' peek at one of Scotland’s top working distilleries on a tour of Glengoyne that reveals every stage of the traditional whisky-making process. Explore the historic No.1 Warehouse to learn how wood shapes flavor and color over time, then enjoy a tutored tasting of three award-winning whiskies—each paired with a handmade chocolate truffle

Step into the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town and the home of Edinburgh Gin for The Classic Tour & Tasting, immersing yourself in a world of craftsmanship and flavour After a glimpse into Edinburgh’s role in the history of gin, you will explore our remarkable Flavour Arch to experience the aromas, textures and tastes that our carefully chosen botanicals contribute to our signature gins. Learn the secrets of distillation in our Stillhouse before enjoying a curated sampling of our acclaimed expressions with carefully selected mixer and garnish pairings in one of our fabulous Tasting Rooms. What's included Welcome Drink Introduction to the history of gin in Edinburgh The story of Edinburgh Gin Tour of our Flavour Arch Tour of our Still Room Tasting through London Dry, Full Strength Flavour and Liqueur Option to visit our Distillery Bar (subject to availability) Visit our Distillery shop for special experience promotions

Go beyond simply sipping Scotch whisky by exploring the whisky-making process at Rosebank, one of Scotland's most-important working distilleries. Through engaging and immersive storytelling, hear about the origins of the distillery and explore every step of the whisky-making process. Your tour finishes with a tutored tasting of two award-winning single malt whiskies.

Hear all about the storied history of gin from a guide who’ll have you tasting and learning at the same time. Get tips on which mixers to use when, and try four different gins in a unique underground venue. Your tour leader will expose you to new flavors and facts, from the origins of the spirit to its modern Scottish incarnations.

Activity details Enjoy a fun and informative gin cocktail masterclass, led by one of the expert mixologists. After enjoying a G&T on arrival, your host will tell you all about the history of gin and Eden Mill. Following this, an expert host will take you through a tutored tasting of Eden Mill's three Coastal Gins (Golf Gin, Love Gin & Original Gin) paired with some sweet treats. You will then enjoy a mixology session in one of the tasting rooms, where a mixologist will guide you through how to perfectly craft two gin cocktails!

Your local guide will introduce you to Scotlands national drink: a must do while in Scotland! You'll learn the language of whisky, how it's made and how to enjoy it. Your guide is a professional taster and can't wait to raise a glass with you! Slàinte mhath!

Plenty of Scottish distilleries offer whisky-tasting experiences but only Glengoyne offers the chance to make your own bottle of single malt. This small-group experience lets you combine five single cask whiskies to your taste to produce your own, unique bottle of Glengoyne Single Malt to take home.

Go well beyond a generic distillery tour—and take part in a special, hands-on experience that’s perfect for gin lovers—during this gin-making masterclass. Hosted at a distillery in Aberdeen, this experience invites you to blend your very own bottle of Scottish gin. Choose from more than 100 botanicals to create your unique recipe; plus, enjoy additional cocktails, and learn more about local gin history.

Go beyond sampling drams at a bar and get a taste of whisky at its source with a small-group guided tasting at Rosebank Distillery in Falkirk. Explore the distillery with a guide who reveals the secrets behind the production process. Then, learn how to taste whisky like a connoisseur during a tutored tasting of three expressions.

A private tour, designed exclusively for you and your guests. A unique way to explore Edinburgh's culinary scene. No two tours are the same! The tour is designed with your wish list in mind. You'll taste a variety of Scottish artisan foods, single malt whisky and European wines in iconic locations. Your local guide is a wine and spirit specialist and will endeavor to make your visit to Edinburgh truly magical.

Unleash your inner distiller at Stornoway's Gin School with this hands-on experience for 2. Together, you and your partner will craft your own unique gin from a selection of over 50 botanicals, guided by an expert distiller. Start with a refreshing Landfall G&T and a full gin tasting that immerses you in the world of gin-making. After designing your flavour profile, you'll distill your recipe on mini traditional copper pot stills and take home a full-size 70cl bottle of your creation. This 3-hour experience is perfect for gin lovers looking to learn and enjoy together.

Take your love of gin to the next level with a bespoke workshop in a micro distillery. Learn about how gin is made, enjoy a gin tasting to find your favorite varieties, then design your own recipe with botanical ingredients. Next, make a bottle of your own unique gin—using a copper still—to take home with you afterwards.

Immerse yourself in the flavour and heritage of whisky without leaving the Scottish capital. This whisky-tasting experience in Edinburgh includes tastings of three malts from different Scottish regions. As you enjoy your *drams*, your host fills you in on the history and culture of whisky and why it arouses so much passion.

Try your hand at distilling rum in Edinburgh, Scotland during this intimate small-group class. Spend hours taking a deep dive into your favorite spirit, with a guide to welcome you with a welcome drink and take you through the history of the distillery and of rum itself. Then partake in a tasting to help give you a better idea of the recipe you want to distill in your own bottle.

Scotland's gin scene is booming and this tutored gin tasting in Aberdeen enhances your experience of the country's drink of choice. By sampling a range of small batch Aberdeen Gin expressions, this tasting opens up a world of flavor as you learn to recognize the distinct flavors the come together to make gin.

Many travelers to Scotland enjoy tasting Scotch, but few get the chance to blend their own whisky. This private hands-on session at Rosebank Distillery lets you step into the role of a whisky maker by learning how to combine and blend a selection of single malts to create a unique bottle to take home as as a one-of-a-kind keepsake.