Burns, Whisky & Words: A Whisky Tasting Experience

Raise a dram (or three) to Robert Burns in this guided whisky tasting at the Ulster Folk Museum

glasses of whiskey at the ulster folk museum
Date
Sunday 25th January
Time
14:00 to 16:00
Age group
18+
Price
£55

Journey through the life of Robert Burns with an immersive Scotch whisky tasting at McCusker’s Pub in the Ulster Folk Museum.

During this guided whisky tasting, you’ll explore three single malt Scotch whiskies, each chosen for its deep connection to a defining chapter in Robert Burns’ life. Every 35ml dram is paired with a whisky-led canapé created by The Edible Flower, and accompanied by a carefully selected Burns poem to deepen your connection to the whisky and Burns. 

The afternoon concludes with a folk rendition of Auld Lang Syne, followed by a farewell performance from the Harry Ferguson Memorial Pipe Band, complete with Scottish Dancing. 

What Your Ticket Includes

  • 3 × 35ml single malt Scotch whiskies
  • 3 × whisky-led canapés
  • 3 × live poetry recitals
  • Live pipe band and Scottish dancing performances
  • Full general admission to the Ulster Folk Museum on the day

 

Your Whisky Pairings 

Paired with a Haggis bon-bon and whisky sauce. Crafted from barley grown on the very land tended by Burns during his formative years at Lochlea.

Paired with smoked salmon and whisky-infused cream cheese on an oatcake. Scotland’s oldest working distillery, established in Burns’ lifetime and located near Edinburgh, where he rose to literary fame.

Paired with cranachan. Producers of the “Man O’ Words” range honouring Burns, who spent his final years in Dumfries, and is laid to rest there.

Getting Here

We encourage guests to drink responsibly and use public transport when attending this event. The Ulster Folk Museum is just a short walk from Cultra train station, with regular services from Belfast and Bangor. Please refer to Translink's website for the most up-to-date travel information for buses and trains.

Book Tickets

Get tickets for Burns, Whisky & Words: A Whisky Tasting Experience at the Ulster Folk Museum on Sunday 25th January, from 14:00 to 16:00.

What to know

Everything you need to know about 'Burns, Whisky & Words: A Whisky Tasting Experience'.

Tickets are £55. Your ticket includes 3 × 35ml single malt Scotch whiskies, 3 × canapés, poetry readings, live pipe band and Scottish dancing performances plus general admission to the Ulster Folk Museum on Sunday 25th January.

This event takes place on Sunday 25th January from 14:00 to 16:00, suitable for ages 18+.

Thanks to The Edible Flower and Harry Ferguson Memorial Pipe Band for being part of this special event.

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