Scotch Whisky World Reviews 124

TrustScore 2 out of 5

2.2

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I have made about 4 orders from them in about 6 weeks of the same thing-Spanish MG gin as they are the only stockist apart from Amazon.The first order took an age, the next two were much better.I am s... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered a bottle over two weeks ago. Advertised that shipping takes up to 4 working days. No sign of my order despite having taken my money, and no response to my emails or messages. No order tracki... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely shocking customer service, if I could leave a zero out of five I would. Phone never answered, emails not replied to, website chat always shows error sending them a message, don't respond on... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Have been shopping here now for a few months, i have seen some old negative comments however i have now just had my 6th order each one has arrived well packaged. I have just bought 3 talisker skye's a... See more

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  1. Liquor Store

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The Scotch Whisky shop, auction and competitions.


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2.2

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TrustScore 2 out of 5

124 reviews

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Patchy service

I have made about 4 orders from them in about 6 weeks of the same thing-Spanish MG gin as they are the only stockist apart from Amazon.The first order took an age, the next two were much better.I am still awaiting delivery of the fourth ordered on 29 September.I think they are highly disorganised and short-staffed-I don’t think they set off to deliberately rip people off.

September 29, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID

Ordered a bottle over two weeks ago. Advertised that shipping takes up to 4 working days. No sign of my order despite having taken my money, and no response to my emails or messages. No order tracking etc.
Having since taken a closer look at the website I can now see poor grammar and spelling mistakes, not fitting with a professional operation.
Do not order from them.

September 26, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

It seems like a scam

I placed an order on the website and have been trying to find out its fate for more than a week. It seems like a scam. If you're lucky enough to read reviews before placing an order, don't even think about buying anything from this store.

August 2, 2025
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Reply from Scotch Whisky World

We’re disappointed to see this review, especially given the facts. Our team, including Ashley, has been in direct contact with you on three separate occasions this week to update you. As explained, your order involved an older bottle which required more time to source — something we were transparent about.

Despite this, and as a gesture of goodwill, your order was already refunded before this review was posted.

We’ve been trading since 1999 with a long-standing reputation for customer trust and product integrity. To label us a “scam” is not only incorrect but deeply unfair.

We remain committed to excellent service and honest communication — even when things take longer than expected.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great products, and fast delivery

Ordered a couple of gins that I hadn’t seen before and a single malt as well. Ordering was easy and fuss free and delivery was a couple of days later by Royal Mail recorded delivery.
I have no hesitation in recommending this company and am sure I will use again in future

April 16, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This business doesn't exist

This business doesn't exist, the phone number is not available, the emails bounce back, total scam.
I've tried every means to contact them but no luck, one thing that does exist is them taking money.
Thought there was something strange when I never received any notification of my order, only notification was the money taken from my account.

April 14, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

NOVEMBER ORDER

How do you contact this company please? They do not answer telephone, do not reply to emails, do not have an address and I have been trying to chase up an order placed early November ; should I go to small claims court ?

January 16, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Order placed on 23 November and unable…

Order placed on 23 November and unable to contact company by phone to check status of order. No reply to email sent last week or reply to contact us form. Bottle still not delivered - worst experience ever as a customer as still no idea whether my order will be fulfilled.

November 23, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant prices, highly reccomended.

Have been shopping here now for a few months, i have seen some old negative comments however i have now just had my 6th order each one has arrived well packaged. I have just bought 3 talisker skye's and again arrived via royal mail. My only reccomendation would be an option for a next day delivery, even at an extra cost. Thanks guys keep up the good work and brillant deals.

July 23, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don't trust them.

I used to order fairly frequently from them. Then one day they stopped delivering the orders, they never responded to any calls and only responded once to my emails saying that they'd sort it the next day. That never happened. They have changed management, but since then, they've claimed that my orders were completed, based on automated emails sent to that effect, when I sent emails to them, there was no response. Everytime I've asked for a refund, they just stay silent.

Sadly it doesn't seem like the company of old. Personally, I would say avoid spending your money here and find a more reliable and communicative company.

UPDATE: As per their reply below, I contacted them. Their email response said they would check on Tuesday (29/05/2024) after the bank holiday. Fair enough. I had no reply and called them, I was asked to send in the list of orders and they would respond that day.

I gave them time, and called them several times today, more than a week after they said they'd check and respond (05/06/2024). Every time it went to voicemail. I have still heard absolutely nothing.

May 24, 2024
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Reply from Scotch Whisky World

Fraser, we have not had any email or call from you. If you call us we will rectify any issues you have. Thanks

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Completely fraudulent company

Completely fraudulent company. Placed an order which did not arrive. Replied to my first email saying it was at the bottling plant. All further emails ignored, phone not answered. Got my money refunded via credit card. Still receiving promotional emails. This is a pure scam, avoid at all costs.

May 23, 2023
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Reply from Scotch Whisky World

Simon, the business was taken over and all the orders are now being dispatched. The harbour series had a delay as sometimes things are outwith independent bottler control. We are merely the outlet. Glad you got your refund!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID Bogus / Fraudulent company AVOID

Hopefully you are reading these reviews before placing an order with Scotch Whiskey World and come to the wise decision to shop elsewhere.
Unfortunately I only read them after I placed an order and have lost several hundred pounds to these scammers.
The company is NOT located in Glasgow. In fact nobody appears to know where they are physically located.
There telephone has been disconnected and their info@ and sales@ email addresses are not supported on any domain.
Your money will be taken through the web site but you won't receive your whisky and won't be able to contact the 'company'.
Completely fraudulent.

February 2, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered a bottle of the Portknockie…

Ordered a bottle of the Portknockie release 27 September 2022 and despite numerous e-mails and phone calls, even offered to accept a equivalent bottle. their choice but still nothing. If only they would answer any queries, then at least I would know what's going on but no communication what so ever. Not Happy

September 13, 2023
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