Royal Mile Whiskies Reviews 

498
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Review summary

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Looking at 120 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently mention the impressive and comprehensive selection of rare whiskies available, noting that finding products and completing the online purchasing process is exceptionally smooth, straightforward, and easy to navigate. People also love the remarkably prompt international delivery service and the extremely secure, protective packaging that consistently keeps all delicate ordered bottles completely safe and intact during transit. Some reviewers were not happy with occasional delivery delays, pointing out that international shipments took much longer than expected or that couriers required multiple attempts to successfully complete parcel drop-offs.

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Delivery service

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Product

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Service

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Order

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A huge and comprehensive range of whiskies to suit all tastes and all budgets. We were visting from Australia and were given first rate customer service and attention. The staff member was happy to sh... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent selection. Royal Mile has fantastic selection of Whiskies. Great prices. Bottles were packaged excellent to reduce damage. Prices are great. Easier for me to get allocated whiskies in the US... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This was my first experience with Royal Mile Whiskies and I found them to be efficient in the way my order was processed. The website was easy to navigate and provided details on the whiskey I was int... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The purchasing was easy and delivery time was excellent, the difficult part I had was in the choice. I know absolutely nothing about the whiskey distillery business, I knew about single malts etc but... See more


Company details

  1. Liquor Store
  2. Alcohol Store

Written by the company

Established in 1991, we have become known worldwide for our excellent whisky range at our home here on the Royal Mile opposite St Giles Cathedral. Our friendly and knowledgeable team have between them more than 100 year's experience helping people get the best bottle. We also bottle our own whiskies that we think are excellent - so you can always trust to find something unique that you can't get anywhere else.


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4.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great recommendations and competitive…

Great recommendations and competitive pricing along with a huge selection of Rare and old whiskeys make Royal Mile a must go to place.

September 1, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thanks very much for taking the time to leave us this review. Delighted to hear of your experience and look forward to serving you again soon.

Megan - Royal Mile Whiskies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service and fun

September 1, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Hi Mike, thanks for your review. We're pleased to hear you were happy with your experience shopping with RMW!

Megan - Royal Mile Whiskies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service and packing

Excellent service and packing was foolproof, thank you for delivering safely

August 29, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thank you for your review. We’re glad to know everything arrived safely and well packed.
Megan - Royal Mile Whiskies

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Your courier took 3 attempts to…

Your courier took 3 attempts to deliver. Was told I would receive it by Friday. Didn't get it till Tuesday

August 28, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Hi Euan, thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry your delivery took longer than expected and I'll share this with our team to review. We’re glad it reached you safely in the end.
Megan - Royal Mile Whiskies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick and carefully wrapped delivery

Quick and carefully wrapped delivery. Both excellent whiskies at a great price. Will certainly use again.

August 27, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thank you, John. Great to hear your whiskies arrived quickly and in good condition. We look forward to welcoming you again.
Megan - Royal Mile Whiskies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything went well

Good drink, good service. Delivery was adaptable to our needs at the time.

August 25, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thanks, Chrissie. We’re glad to hear your order worked well for you and that delivery met your needs.
Megan - Royal Mile Whiskies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The perfect cider!

Great product, very well packaged and fast dispatch. Will definitely use again

August 26, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thank you for your review. We’re pleased your order arrived quickly and safely, and that you enjoyed the cider.
Megan - Royal Mile Whiskies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

easy to order full tracking of…

easy to order full tracking of purchase and time of delivery i would deal again with RMW no Problem

August 26, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thanks, Thomas. We’re glad ordering and delivery were straightforward and appreciate your comments.
Megan - Royal Mile Whiskies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The delivery and packaging was perfect

The delivery and packaging was perfect. But the german Import tax is way too high.

August 27, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thank you for your review. We’re pleased to hear delivery and packaging met expectations. Unfortunately, local import duties are outside of our control, but we appreciate you sharing your feedback.
Megan - Royal Mile Whiskies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great choices

Great choices, easy purchase and quick delivery - thank you

August 25, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thanks, Ian. We’re glad to know you found ordering easy and delivery quick.
Megan - Royal Mile Whiskies

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Have not received

Have not received, as promised. hopefully will get this week.

August 25, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear your order hasn’t yet arrived and will look into this for you.

Megan - Royal Mile Whiskies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A trusted business

A trusted business, when others are looking to make a fast buck.

August 25, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thank you, Dave. We really appreciate your comments and are glad you’ve been happy with the service.
Megan - Royal Mile Whiskies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very reliable

Very reliable. Great selection amd non rip off prices.

August 25, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thanks for your review. We’re pleased you’ve found the range and pricing to your satisfaction.
Megan - Royal Mile Whiskies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top shop

Repeat customer - always very happy with service and delivery.

April 28, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thank you, Henry. We’re delighted to know you’ve been happy as a repeat customer and look forward to serving you again.
Megan - Royal Mile Whiskies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just received my order and it was…

Just received my order and it was perfect! Second time I’ve purchased from them and have not been disappointed. Items received within 4 weeks as I live in the US. They kept me posted on the shipment status regularly.
I will continue to do business with them.

July 29, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thank you, Jerry. We’re so pleased everything reached you safely in the US and that you’ve been happy with the service on both occasions.
Megan - Royal Mile Whiskies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Service

Great service, easy to use website and prompt delivery with no issues.

July 29, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thanks for your review. We’re glad you found the site easy to use and delivery straightforward.
Megan - Royal Mile Whiskies

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