Discover Glasgow’s rich whisky heritage with a guided pub crawl by Scottish Rogue, blending history, storytelling, and expertly curated tastings in vibrant local bars. Dive into Scotland’s liquid history in this engaging experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, as activity involves walking and standing in pubs
Wildlife
History
Glasgow played a crucial role in whisky trade during the Industrial Revolution, which helped shape its vibrant bar scene today.
Conservation
Many local pubs prioritize sustainable practices, and Scottish Rogue encourages responsible drinking and eco-friendly tourism.
Scottish Rogue
Discover Glasgow’s rich whisky heritage with a guided pub crawl by Scottish Rogue, blending history, storytelling, and expertly curated tastings in vibrant local bars. Dive into Scotland’s liquid history in this engaging experience.
Scottish Rogue is a Glasgow-based company specialising in Scotch whisky experiences and events. The company offers a range of guided tastings and tours that explore Glasgow’s whisky heritage, bar culture, distillery techniques and regional Scotch styles. Offerings include the Scottish Rogue Whisky Pub Crawl, Seachad an Eòrna Whisky Tasting led by Rachel MacNeill, the Rogues Gallery Online Whisky Tasting hosted monthly by whisky writer Neill Murphy, the Glengoyne Distillery Experience, and Dram Jam whisky tastings paired with live music and an afterparty.
Each experience focuses on tasting curated selections of Scotch whiskies while combining storytelling, music and local context. The Seachad an Eòrna event features six distinct whiskies and live music; the online tasting presents a curated lineup of drams for remote participants; the Glengoyne visit includes a distillery tour and paired chocolate tasting; the pub crawl explores Glasgow’s historic links to whisky with a tasting flight in a local bar; Dram Jam blends whisky sampling, a welcome cocktail and musical entertainment with options for non‑whisky drinkers.
Scottish Rogue works with distilleries, writers and musicians to present events that highlight regional styles such as Islay malts and Highland single malts. Based in Glasgow, Scottish Rogue markets public events and group bookings across the city and online. Contact details, booking information and schedules are available through The Adventure Collective listing and the Scottish Rogue event pages.
Events combine storytelling, curated tastings, live music, distillery tours and online sessions, appealing to whisky enthusiasts and newcomers seeking informed, entertaining whisky experiences in Scotland.
Based In
Glasgow, Scotland
Local whisky tours and events
Tours Offered
5 experiences
Pub crawls, tastings, distillery visits
Online Tasting
Monthly
Rogues Gallery online events
Distillery Visit
Glengoyne experience
Countryside distillery tour and tasting
Reserve a spot on a pub crawl, tasting, distillery visit or monthly online event — limited spaces available, check dates and book via The Adventure Collective.
Arrive with an open mind
Be ready to taste a variety of whiskies and listen to local stories for a full experience.
Pace yourself during tastings
Enjoy the flights gradually to appreciate each malt’s unique flavors and aromas.
Dress comfortably, but smart
Casual attire is fine, but consider smart shoes for walking between pubs.
Book in advance
This popular activity fills quickly, especially on weekends or during festivals.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for walking through Glasgow's historic streets between stops.
Weather-appropriate clothing
Layered clothing to stay comfortable while standing and walking outside.
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A notepad or smartphone
Use it to log whisky notes or take photos during your journey.
ID and proof of booking
Required for check-in at each pub and for age verification.