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Iuliia Vlasova

We tried the Edinburgh whisky bar pop-up hailed as the smallest bar in the world

Brought to Edinburgh by Cask 88, the world's smallest whisky bar is a new beacon on the famous Princes Street, attracting tourists and whisky lovers.

The stylish former police box that now hosts the bar is impossible to miss and is hugely in demand judging by its limited availability. Our reporter Iuliia Vlasova went to check what the one-seater drinking spot feels like, and here is what she thought about it.

Not being much of a whisky drinker myself, I went to try out the new pop-up bar hoping it would be able to surprise me with its atmosphere and unique feel.

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However, to my amazement, the tiny venue did more than that, making me truly appreciate not only the exclusivity of the time I spent with them but also the quality and rarity of the drinks they offer.

The bar has three whiskies to choose from - all extra special and not widely accessible - and brilliant bartender Mark Young does a fantastic job talking the guest through them all.

My personal favourite was the Isobel Gowdie whisky from the Scottish Witchcraft Series - and it's not only because the bottle glows in the dark, but because it feels smooth despite being 51,5 percent.

When talking about the experience of having a wee dram at the world's smallest whisky bar, one grows to appreciate the exclusivity of the whole event.

When you come to the venue, it's just you, the knowledgable bartender whose undivided attention goes to you and a glass of the finest Scottish drink - the moment is yours to savour.

During your stay, you become the sole reason the place is open, which makes one feel truly privileged. Sheltered from the rush of the city at its busiest month, the bar becomes one's unique island of peace, chill - and a perfect whisky dram.

Book your free slot to visit the world's smallest whisky bar here.

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