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Scots VS the World — a concentrated, adult-only comparative tasting of Scotch and the globe’s finest whiskies in London
A 1.5-hour guided tasting with Soho Whisky Club that pits Scotch against American bourbon, Japanese whisky and Irish whiskey to sharpen palate and understanding.
Scots VS the World — a concentrated, adult-only comparative tasting of Scotch and the globe’s finest whiskies in London.
Scots VS the World is an intense 1.5-hour tasting that brings Scottish whisky into direct comparison with American bourbon, Japanese whisky and Irish whiskey. Run by Soho Whisky Club in London, the experience is framed as an advanced exploration intended to deepen participants’ knowledge and palate.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Side-by-side comparisons of Scotch and global whiskies
Taste Scottish whisky alongside American bourbon, Japanese whisky and Irish whiskey in guided comparisons designed to reveal stylistic differences and sharpen tasting skills.
A compact, focused 1.5-hour session
Delivered as a single, concentrated session, the tasting compresses comparative learning into a 1.5-hour format that lets participants sample multiple styles without requiring a large time commitment.
Advanced palate development
Positioned as an advanced exploration, the experience is meant for those looking to deepen whisky knowledge and refine their palate through comparative tasting.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
The session moves briskly: a guided tasting that alternates pours of Scotch with bourbons, Japanese and Irish whiskies, highlighting contrasts in aroma, flavor and finish. Attendees are steered through a structured sequence so comparisons land clearly and lessons about style and production become tangible to the palate.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits — and who it excludes.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tasting lasts 1.5 hours.
Adults only — participants must be 18 years of age or older.
The experience is offered by Soho Whisky Club in London.
No specific gear requirements are provided in the supplied information.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is Scots VS the World?
The session runs for 1.5 hours.
What whiskies will be tasted?
Participants taste Scottish whisky in comparison with American bourbon, Japanese whisky and Irish whiskey.
Is there an age requirement?
Yes — the experience is for adults aged 18 years and older only.
Who runs the tasting?
The experience is run by Soho Whisky Club in London.
What level of experience does this target?
The tasting is positioned as an advanced exploration intended to deepen whisky knowledge and palate.