Scottish Burns Supper and Whisky Tasting

Celebrate the birth of Scotland's beloved poet, Robert Burns, with a hearty meal of traditional Scottish fare, including haggis prepared by the Millstone Café's Executive Chef Justin Rumsey and a tasting selection of single-malt whiskies. A bagpiper will perform stirring Scottish music to accompany the haggis as it is brought to the table. During the meal, Brandywine Board Member Jack Hines will guide us in single-malt whisky tastings carefully paired with each delicious course.

The Museum galleries will be open starting at 6 p.m. and dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. with family style seating.

Menu

First Course: Scotch Egg paired with Glenfiddich 12 Year  

Second Course: Cock-a-Leekie Soup paired with Ardbeg Islay 10 Year

Third Course: Haggis, Neeps and Tatties served family style paired with Glendronach Highland 12 Year

Fourth Course: Sticky Toffee Pudding paired with Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban Highland 

Event History

Each year, Scots from all over the world gather in the dark days of winter for a traditional evening meal and a joyous celebration to commemorate the birthday of one of their favorite sons, Robert Burns. Born on January 25, 1759, on a tenant farm, Burns captured the imagination and spirit of the Scottish people with his prose and poetry. He was lionized during his lifetime all over his native land. A few years after his untimely death at 37, his friends began to gather on his birthday for a meal and to toast to his “immortal memory.” The tradition has continued for over 200 years and spread to every country where Scots have settled.

Tickets for this event are transferable, but not refundable. Questions? Contact [email protected].