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

Users describe positive interactions with product, highlighting the brilliant choice available and hard to... See more

Service

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Order

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of order, noting smooth purchasing experiences and very quick delivery... See more

Price

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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

Good online whisky shop

Royal Mile always gets my order prepared and shipped quickly. They are a great whisky shop.

July 11, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Hi Peter, We really appreciate your nice feedback, and are incredibly grateful for your continued custom. Look forward to assisting you on future orders. Slainte!

Clay - RMW

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service. Prompt delivery and will be loved by my partner for his bday present. Thank you again.

July 11, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thank you for the kind words, Sally! We're honoured that you trust us with such an important selection. Kindest Regards.

Clay - RMW

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The selection of drinks is large and low cost

The selection of drinks is large enough to give a range of types of taste. Also the non whisky selection is equally good. Price is very good indeed and it comes despatched straight away. Delivery system is not them and can be a bit up and down but that's not their fault. Easy to use web site just check addresses as it does fault out on occasions.

July 9, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Hi John, Thanks so much for your order and your kind (and comprehensive) review. We look forward to assisting you in the future. Slainte!

Clay - RMW

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

80th Birthday present for my brother

80th Birthday present for my brother. Ordering easy and delivery very prompt.
Thank you

July 3, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thanks so much for trusting us with such an important order. Kindest Regards

Clay - RMW

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly

Friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and efficient staff and service.

July 1, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thank you for your kind words about our passionate team, Leslie! See you on the next order.

Elena RMW

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Royal Mile Whiskies Fantastic

Royal Mile Whiskies what can i say Fantastic and professional service they defiantly know there stuff. A magnificent choice of the amber nectar to choose from and well worth a visit to the shop. Thank you

July 1, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thanks for taking the time to write us this lovely review, Craig. It really means a lot to us. Feel free to reach out with questions any time.

Elena RMW

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always a prompt service

Always a prompt service. Never had a concern with any purchases.

July 7, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thanks, Robert. We're very happy to hear that we have always managed to impress you.

Elena RMW

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great whisky

Very well packaged, delivered quickly always a good company to get my husband's birthday present from

July 4, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thanks, Julie! We're very happy that the ordering process went smoothly for you.

Elena RMW

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience

Great experience, fantastic price and delivered earlier than expected, will come back for sure

July 2, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Hi Alberto, thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We're very happy to hear that you had a great experience shopping with us.

Elena RMW

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super quick delivery

Super quick delivery.
Beautiful packaging, beautiful book! Can't wait to give it to my hubby!

July 1, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thanks, Melanie. We hope your husband is as happy as you!

Elena RMW

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delivered on time

Delivered on time. All good

June 30, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thanks, Joe! Enjoy your drams.

Elena RMW

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to order

Easy to order , well priced

June 27, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Hi Eviepopz, we're happy that you are happy with your order.

Elena RMW

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great product

Great product, well delivered

June 27, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thanks, Andre! Your 5 stars mean a lot to us.

Elena RMW

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Whisky arrived sooner than expected

Whisky arrived sooner than expected. Fabulous customer service. Will buy again confidently.

June 27, 2025
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Reply from Royal Mile Whiskies

Thanks, Karen! Our warehouse team are superstars and are very efficient at getting orders packed and out the door. We'll make sure your kind words are passed along to them.

Elena RMW

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