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The Whisky Exchange Reviews 

46,595
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Review summary

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Considering 830 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the extensive selection of products, including hard-to-find spirits, offered at competitive prices. Many people highlight the exceptional service, noting the helpful staff and the straightforward, efficient ordering process. Reviewers frequently commend the fast and prompt delivery, with items arriving quickly and always being expertly and securely packaged to prevent damage. However, some customers also noted issues with delivery, such as packages being left unattended or arriving late, causing inconvenience. A few other people also felt that international shipping could be problematic, citing unexpected customs duties and additional costs that significantly increased the final price of their orders.

What people talk about most

Delivery service

Customers consistently note positive experiences with delivery service, frequently praising its speed and... See more

Product

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of product, particularly the extensive and diverse selection of whiskies... See more

Service

People report positive experiences with service, often describing it as great, excellent, and first-class,... See more

Order

Users describe positive interactions with order, frequently highlighting the ease of the ordering process and... See more

Price

Clients share positive opinions on price, with many reviewers finding the prices competitive and fair, often... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have recently got into cocktails, after reading a book I had bought (Spirited) so to me some strange bottles, but I make a list and look them up on the Whisky exchange site, and there they all are... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Having ordered several times in the past, I know i am going to get a first class service. All items you order are well packaged and if you pay for express delivery then your order arrives exactly o... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered a bottle of Zacapa XO at a terrific price.The order was very straight forward and the rum arrived very quickly and perfectly packaged. I thought it was such a great price as the presentation... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just before 7pm, and before getting the train home from London, I popped into the Bedford Street store. They kindly went downstairs to get the two bottles that I was hoping to purchase. They closed... See more

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Company details

  1. Liquor Store
  2. Wine Store

Written by the company

The Whisky Exchange (TWE) is a family business founded in 1999, and has since grown to be the internet’s No.1 specialist retailer of whisky and other spirits, serving thousands of satisfied customers every week. The Whisky Exchange has flourished since the turn of the Millennium, surviving the dotcom crisis and continuing to diversify and strengthen its business. TWE's remarkable growth in the last five years has been driven by genuine word-of-mouth recommendations based on our excellence of product, fairness of price and reliability of service. As a family company we believe that these qualities are what our customers value. As a long-established leader in our field, we don't need to use cheap marketing tricks to get attention. We let our hard work do the talking. Our philosophy is simple - we never rest on our laurels. We are constantly trying to find new products with genuine heritage and quality in all categories of spirits and liqueurs to add to our range, while continuing to innovate and improve our online functionality and the outstanding customer service that has won us a loyal and ever-expanding fanbase.


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4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Whisky Exchange has given a diverse choice …

The Whisky Exchange has given me a unique opportunity to discover and experience whiskies which I would never have otherwise known about (never realised how wonderful English Malt Whisky is). They are almost unbelievable in their almost endless varieties which are available. I admit I am not an expert but I know what I like and the Whisky Exchange has such a world of diverse choices for any lover of whisky or any rare spirits.

16 July 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing goods and packaging second to…

Amazing goods and packaging second to none ever!! Delivery fantastic too.

9 July 2026
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Reply from The Whisky Exchange

Dear Marty,

Thank you for taking the time to review us on Trustpilot.

This is very much appreciated as customer feedback is important to us, to help us improve our service.

We are happy to learn that you are pleased with your order.

Kind regards,
The Whisky Exchange

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service, purchase regularly ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

2 July 2026
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Reply from The Whisky Exchange

Dear Diane Dexter,

Thank you for taking the time to review us on Trustpilot.

This is very much appreciated as customer feedback is important to us, to help us improve our service.

We look forward to welcoming your custom again in the future.

Kind regards,
The Whisky Exchange

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from The Whisky Exchange

Dear Len,

Thank you for taking the time to review us on Trustpilot.

This is very much appreciated as customer feedback is important to us, to help us improve our service.

Kind regards,
The Whisky Exchange

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Just excellent all around

9 July 2026
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Reply from The Whisky Exchange

Dear Geoff,

Thank you for taking the time to review us on Trustpilot.

This is very much appreciated as customer feedback is important to us, to help us improve our service.

Kind regards,
The Whisky Exchange

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good very nice.

Very easy website to navigate, lots of information and very cheep and fast delivery, very well packaged for transit too, if you are in the need for global alcohol worry not this lot have your back from start to finish.

9 July 2026
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Reply from The Whisky Exchange

Dear Matt,

Thank you for taking the time to review us on Trustpilot.

This is very much appreciated as customer feedback is important to us, to help us improve our service.

Thank you for your recommendation.

Kind regards,
The Whisky Exchange

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ease of purchase and prompt delivery

Ease of purchase and prompt delivery - excellent

2 July 2026
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Reply from The Whisky Exchange

Dear Nigel Neame,

Thank you for taking the time to review us on Trustpilot.

This is very much appreciated as customer feedback is important to us, to help us improve our service.

Kind regards,
The Whisky Exchange

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great product range as a reasonable…

Great product range as a reasonable price.
Prompt delivery which was well packaged.

2 July 2026
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Reply from The Whisky Exchange

Dear Graham,

Thank you for taking the time to review us on Trustpilot.

This is very much appreciated as customer feedback is important to us, to help us improve our service.

We look forward to welcoming your custom again in the future.

Kind regards,
The Whisky Exchange

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent site

Excellent site, quick delivery. Good whiskey.

25 June 2026
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Reply from The Whisky Exchange

Dear ADAM,

Thank you for taking the time to review us on Trustpilot.

This is very much appreciated as customer feedback is important to us, to help us improve our service.

We look forward to welcoming your custom again in the future.

Kind regards,
The Whisky Exchange

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic deal from the Whisky Exchange.

Fantastic deal from the Whisky Exchange with free delivery on my item, postage was completed within 48 hours….Happy first time customer.

2 July 2026
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Reply from The Whisky Exchange

Dear MR J LAMONT,

Thank you for taking the time to review us on Trustpilot.

This is very much appreciated as customer feedback is important to us, to help us improve our service.

We are happy to learn that you are pleased with your order.

Kind regards,
The Whisky Exchange

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

E-voucher to the rescue

I had to arrange a birthday present on short notice for my brother. The e-voucher was an ideal way of solving the problem and was very much appreciated. Hopefully the Whisky Exchange have a new customer!

23 June 2026
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Reply from The Whisky Exchange

Dear Christopher,

Thank you for taking the time to review us on Trustpilot.

This is very much appreciated as customer feedback is important to us, to help us improve our service.

We are pleased to learn your recipient was happy with their gift.

Kind regards,
The Whisky Exchange

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