WHISKI Joins History Festival

WHISKY is the liquid gift that Scotland bequeathed to the world and its origins and tastes are discussed and sampled as part of a new festival in Edinburgh this month.

Scotland’s History Festival runs from Thursday November 17 to Sunday November 27 and the WHISKI Rooms in the city’s North Bank Street is offering tastings and insights into the water of life.

The venue, a sister operation to the famed WHISKI Bar and Restaurant on the Royal Mile, incorporates a range of whisky experiences in one: a shop selling the largest range of whiskies available in Scotland, all available for mail order, plus a bar and bistro and a tasting room.

Owner Anne Still said: “The story of whisky and Scotland is a fascinating one and we are delighted to be involved with this new festival. We are also proud to offer members of the public our amazing range of whiskies – truly something for everyone – and to guide them through the experience of enjoying our country’s national drink”

“We would love people to join us in our beautiful tasting room as we reveal how whisky has evolved in Scotland over the centuries and they can also taste a few whiskies along the way!”

In ancient times uisge beatha or the “water of life” was hailed as a cure for many ills and visitors can discover how things evolved from this to the first documented record of distilling several centuries ago. It all leads on to a very informative look at how whisky is ingrained into Scotland¹s unique history.

The festival aims to celebrate the rich and colourful history of Scotland and its people, and their extraordinary contribution in shaping the modern world. Through a wide series of diverse events taking place over 10 days, the festival aims to encourage community participation, and stimulate national debate, discussion and personal discovery.

The event runs daily at WHISKI Rooms, 4 North Bank Street, Edinburgh throughout the festival from 6pm and the cost is £15( £5 redeemable on any purchase of malt whisky in the shop).

Contact 0131-225-7224 to book a place.
www.whiskirooms.co.uk
Email: shop@whiskirooms.co.uk