THE Scotch Whisky Experience, a five-star Edinburgh attraction which has been helping visitors experience Scotch Whisky for over 35 years, will now offer its tour in International Sign.
Featuring one of the world’s largest Scotch Whisky collections, with a range of bottles and cases on show, the attraction boasts a range of sustainable initiatives – including compostable Vegware tasting cups, 100% recycled bags, and signage to point out sustainable products.
Already available in 20 languages, including British Sign Language (BSL) and American Sign Language (ASL), The Scotch Whisky Experience hope to welcome more visitors on their immersive journey that delves deep into the heart of whisky making.
Believed to be the first major visitor attraction in Edinburgh to offer International Sign, The Scotch Whisky Experience said it hopes to encourage more of the capital’s tourist attractions to follow suit.
Working with Deaf Action, the The Scotch Whisky Experience explained that the new feature demonstrates the its ongoing commitment to inclusivity and their determination to offer a sensational journey to all.
Richard MacQueen, head of video production at Deaf Action, said, “We are delighted to be working with The Scotch Whisky Experience to produce the exciting clips for their tour in multiple languages. This will provide real accessibility for the deaf community.”
Paul Ralph of Partners in Access, which specialise in inclusive tourism, added, “It is great to discover an attraction which continues to explore ways to include everyone in its latest addition to the tour experience. The three new tour areas provide a sensory experience, with captivating stories told as you progress through the journey. It becomes even more exciting to learn that the tour continues to be available in BSL and ASL; which is rarely found.”
Following a substantial investment, The Scotch Whisky Experience launched three new immersive tour areas, setting the scene for how single malt Scotch is produced, before tasting a dram in one of the world’s largest Scotch whisky collections.
Paul Ralph continued, ”The news that the tour experience now includes the addition of International Sign (IS) is the icing on the cake and contributes to the Scotch Whisky Experience being one of Scotland’s most accessible venues.”
In addition, The Scotch Whisky Experience have also invested in a comprehensive Accessibility Guide to ensure all visitors can immerse themselves in the world of Scotch Whisky.
The video guide has been produced to reassure visitors with additional access needs, which describes the facilities and services on offer for visitors including door widths and audio visual effects.
