★★★★★
"A tiny intimate space, a nice change of pace from other distillery and brewery tours we've done. Rachel was a wealth of knowledge and made it more than just sipping whiskies."
Tripadvisor reviewer
Aug 2026
Walk in · No booking needed
Mini tastings, £15
Twenty minutes, a seat at the bar, and a guided flight poured by the people who make it. No booking, no planning. Just come in while we're open.
£15 a person · About 20 minutes · Gin, whisky or rum · 18+
★★★★★
#2 of 112 things to do in Stirling on Tripadvisor · 4.9 from 1,800+ reviews across the web
Open Mon to Sat 11am to 5pm · Sunday 12pm to 5pm
The menu
Choose your flight
Three flights, £15 each, poured and talked through by the team who make the spirits.
3 measures
Gin Tasting
£15 per person
Our classic Stirling Gin, Gin Blue Line, and Tropical Triumph Liqueur, tasted side by side.
Served with Mediterranean tonic
2 measures
Whisky Tasting
£15 per person
Two whiskies from our Sons of Scotland independent bottling range, poured and explained.
Served with a little water
Rum + cocktail
Rum Tasting
£15 per person
A measure of Stirling Spiced Rum, plus a Dark Stirling cocktail to finish.
Served with Madagascan cola
How it works
No booking. Just turn up.
1
Walk in
Any time we're open. Monday to Saturday 11am to 5pm, Sunday 12 to 5pm.
2
Take a seat
Grab a spot at the bar and pick your flight. About twenty minutes, unhurried.
3
Take a bottle home
Found one you loved? The shop is right there, so you leave with the exact bottle you tasted.
From Tripadvisor
What people say
★★★★★
"Fun and informative is how I would describe the gin tasting at this boutique distillery. It was a great use of an hour while in Stirling, for any fans of G&T's."
Barry M
Tripadvisor · Aug 2026
Where we are
Two minutes down from the castle
The Old Smiddy, 9 Lower Castlehill, Stirling, FK8 1EN
We're at the top of the old town, a short walk down from Stirling Castle. If you're already up there, you're practically here.
Coming as a group of six or more? Give us a call first on 01786 596496 so we can make room for you.
Get directionsGot a bit longer?
The mini tasting is the quick version. The full experiences run 1.5 hours with the distillers.
Whisky Experience
Four drams across Scotland's regions, plus our award-winning new make. £32 a head.
Explore whisky →
We're pouring now.
No booking, no planning, no ticket. Walk in, take a seat, and try three things you can't get anywhere else.
Get directions £15 a person · About 20 minutes · Mon to Sat 11am to 5pm, Sun 12 to 5pm · 18+Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book a mini tasting?
No. Walk in mini tastings need no booking. Just drop by during opening hours.
How long does a mini tasting take?
It is a short, relaxed guided taste, perfect if you are short on time.
How much does a mini tasting cost?
Mini tastings start from 15 pounds.
Can I buy a bottle afterwards?
Yes. Everything you taste is available in the shop to take home.
Is there an option if I am driving?
Yes. We can provide samples to take away so drivers do not miss out.
Can you take a group for a walk in tasting?
Small groups are welcome to walk in. For larger groups, get in touch and we will arrange it.