By Junior Contributor
This summer, one of Edinburgh鈥檚 most iconic venues is taking whisky appreciation to another level. As part of the 2025 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Dynamic Earth invites audiences on a cosmic journey through time, taste, and the universe with the launch of Whisky Under the Stars. Premiering on August 1, inside Dynamic Earth鈥檚 360掳 Planetarium, this immersive evening experience is delivered by none other than our in-house astronomers Dr Alastair Bruce and Antonia Newell. Across 90 unforgettable minutes, guests will sip, swirl, and stargaze their way through three specially selected drams鈥 with a twist of astronomy and a chaser of cosmic wonder. What to expect: In a nod to its roots, the experience has been developed in partnership with neighbouring Holyrood Distillery, whose innovative whiskies are already making waves across the city. 鈥淭his is whisky appreciation as you鈥檝e never seen it before 鈥 with a universe of flavour, a galaxy of stories, and the awe-inspiring backdrop of space,鈥 says Dr Alastair Bruce. 鈥淚t鈥檚 immersive, it鈥檚 enlightening, and yes 鈥 it鈥檚 delicious.鈥 Suzie Holligan, Visitor Experience & Events Director at Dynamic Earth adds: 鈥淎s an official Fringe venue, we鈥檙e always looking to push creative boundaries 鈥 and Whisky Under the Stars does just that. It brings together everything Dynamic Earth is about: science, storytelling and spectacle, with a uniquely Scottish twist. We can鈥檛 wait to welcome audiences for an unforgettable night out at the Fringe.鈥 With limited seating and a one-of-a-kind format, Whisky Under the Stars is set to be one of Edinburgh鈥檚 most atmospheric and original after-dark experiences this August. EVENT DETAILS Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh (Official Fringe Venue) From August 1 Evening performances (approx. 90 mins) 18+ only | Includes 3 whisky samples | Tickets via dynamicearth.org.uk and edfringe.com