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Duck & Waffle Edinburgh Celebrates ‘Burns Night’ with a Specially Curated Menu and Elevated Whisky Cocktails

Posted: 22nd January 2024

Duck & Waffle Edinburgh will celebrate Burns Night on Thursday January 25th in honour of renowned Scottish poet Robert Burns, with an evening of chef-curated menu specials and elevated whisky cocktails that pay homage to Scotland’s rich cultural heritage.

Curated by Duck & Waffle’s Culinary Director Daniel Barbosa and Executive Chef Lucia Gregusova, the menu captures the essence of Scottish flavours. Guests can savour classics like Haggis, Neeps & Tatties, a hearty Cullen Skink made with haddock and served with fresh sourdough, and a delightful Cranachan Knickerbocker with raspberries, whisky cream, and caramelised oats. In true Burns Night style, a series of elevated whisky cocktails accompanies the main event.

BURNS NIGHT MENU SPECIALS:
*menu specials are available in addition to signature menu

  • HAGGIS, NEEPS & TATTIES spring onions
  • CULLEN SKINK, haddock, chives, sourdough bread
  • CRANACHAN KNICKERBOCKER (V) raspberries, whisky cream, caramelised oats

ELEVATED WHISKY COCKTAILS

THE ROYAL MILE
Highland Park 12 year / yellow chartreuse / fresh lemon juice / Angostura bitters A showcase of HP12’s versatility; citrus and honey notes layered with smokiness.

MOMENT IN TIME
Bowmore 12 year / white grape & apricot soda / peach syrup & peach bitters Bowmore’s distinguished profile complemented by the sweet essence of stone fruits.

HIDDEN GEM
Macallan 12 year / Oloroso / housemade orange & tonka bean syrup / Champagne
Warming and elegant; Macallan’s complexity enhanced with nuttiness and citrus spice.

TICKET TO RIDE
Highland Park 12 year / Aperol / Martini Rosso / Irn-Bru cordial
Vibrant, refreshing, and playful. Double the nostalgia, double the fun. Chilled and poured over ice.

A hearty Cullen Skink on the menu for January 25th 

Event Details:Reservations: via duck & waffle website: https://duckandwaffle.com/edinburgh/reservations/
Date: Thursday, January 25, 2024
Menu: Burns Night menu specials available all day, in addition to the signature menu.
Address: Duck & Waffle Edinburgh, St James Quarter, 400-402 St James Square, Edinburgh EH1 3AE

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