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A landmark Burns Supper and in-person whisky tasting held on a record-attempt scale — a one-of-a-kind Burns Night celebration aiming to set two records in one unforgettable evening.
Date
Saturday, 30th January 2027
Venue
The Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh, EH28 8NB
Doors Open
5:00 PM
Seated / Start
6:00 PM for 6:30 PM start
Capacity
Up to 2,500 guests
Organiser
Barrel & Brand Ltd
The largest Burns Supper ever held
The largest in-person whisky tasting in history
James Cosmo
Master of Ceremonies
Acclaimed Scottish actor known for Game of Thrones, Braveheart, and Highlander. Also founder of Storyman Whisky.
David Coulthard MBE
Toast to the Lassies
Scottish Formula 1 legend and broadcaster. 13 Grand Prix wins, five top-three World Championship finishes, MBE (2010), President of the British Racing Drivers' Club and co-founder of More Than Equal.
Red Hot Chilli Pipers
Live Entertainment
Celtic rock bagpipe band — multiple Platinum album holders and winners of Britain's Got Talent (2007).
Susan Boyle
Special Guest Appearance
Internationally acclaimed Scottish singer who became a global sensation on Britain's Got Talent before enjoying a hugely successful international recording career.
VIP
Highland Banquet with VIP lounge access, included drinks, premium service, luxury starter, official record course, VIP main course, dessert, coffee and petit fours.
Gold
Enhanced Burns Supper with premium seating, Gold/VIP hospitality access, included drink, premium starter, official record course, additional main course and dessert.
Silver
Classic Burns Supper with improved seating closer to the stage and main proceedings.
Bronze
Classic Burns Supper with cold starter, official Haggis, Neeps & Tatties record course, and dessert.
My Name'5 Doddie Foundation
A Dram of Destiny is a not-for-profit event raising funds for the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation, established by rugby legend Doddie Weir to support MND research and improve the lives of those affected by motor neurone disease.
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