Burns, Whisky & Words: A Whisky Tasting Experience

Name: Burns, Whisky & Words: A Whisky Tasting Experience
Start: 2026-01-25T14:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-01-25T16:00:00+00:00
Location: Ulster Folk Museum, Cultra

Schedule

Sun Jan 25 2026 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Ulster Folk Museum, Cultra | Holywood, NI

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 Ferguson 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

What to know:
-Tickets are £55 for the afternoon experience; make a day of the event by exploring the museum before the tasting.
-This event takes place on Sunday 25th January from 14:00 to 16:00, suitable for ages 18+.
-This event is in partnership with The Edible Flower and Ferguson Pipe Band.