Guided Japanese Whisky Tasting Tour

Join us for a Nikka whisky tasting class in London!


Map Maison
Map Maison
4.6 (7)
Instagram followers 21k followers

1.5 hours Class size 1 to 16 guests       £35 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Join us for a Japenese whisky tasting experience in London, exploring the craftsmanship, philosophy, and cultural heritage behind Nikka Whisky, hosted at MAP Maison.
Led by Michael Pendergast, Whisky Ambassador at Speciality Brand Drinks Agency, this guided tasting offers both enthusiasts and newcomers an opportunity to deepen their understanding of Japanese whisky. No expert knowledge required!
What to expect:
  • Explore refined Coffey expressions alongside bold, character-driven single malts, gaining insight into how place, technique, and Japanese culture shape each whisky.
  • Start with a refreshing Nikka Days Whisky Highball.
  • Enjoy a structured tasting designed to showcase the range, depth, and distinctive identity of Nikka’s whisky portfolio.
By the end of the experience, you'll have a deeper understanding of Japanese whisky and maybe even a new favourite whisky!
What you'll get
  • Welcome drink: Nikka Days Whisky Highball
  • Guided tasting of: Nikka Coffey Grain, Nikka Coffey Malt, Miyagikyo, Yoichi, Nikka From the Barrel and Nikka Tailored.
Knowledge required
No skills required.
What to bring
Just yourself!
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, birthday or hen do.

This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

321 Kingsland Road, London E8 4DL

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Map Maison
Map Maison

4.6 (7)
Instagram followers 21k followers

Established in 2015, MAP Maison has become a home away from home for visitors from all over the world, since garnering 950+ online reviews and winning the 2022 Trip Advisor Travellers Choice award. They pride themselves on having a wide range of spirits with a very special selection of premium whisky, gin and rum. They have one of the largest selections of Japanese Whisky in Europe. In 2016, following the demand for their cocktails from customers, they started bottling the bestsellers.
It's new branch Pizza Pārā opened in January 2026 and serves up delicious Napolitanen pizza, pasta and an extensive wine list.

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