Duck & Waffle Edinburgh Unveils Haunting Halloween Event with a Dramatic Twist
Whisky, Whispers & Wicked Bites
Something deliciously dark is brewing at Duck & Waffle Edinburgh this Halloween, as the iconic restaurant partners with The Scotch Malt Whisky Society and North Edinburgh Nightmares for a spine-chilling evening of storytelling, whisky, and elevated seasonal dining.
On Thursday, 30th October, guests are invited to Tales & Tastings: A Halloween Whisky Experience, a one-night-only event designed to thrill the senses and stir the soul. This immersive Halloween experience will blend mystery, magic, and mouthwatering moments, featuring:
A guided tasting of distinctive drams from The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, each with its own story to tell.
Spine-tingling cocktails crafted especially for the evening, inspired by autumnal flavours.
Storytelling performances by North Edinburgh Nightmares, bringing chilling tales from Scotland’s rich folklore to life.
A curated small plates pairing menu of Duck & Waffle’s signature dishes - with Halloween twists to match the mood of the night
“We wanted to create something truly unique for Halloween - where the warmth of a great Scotch meets the thrill of local ghost stories. With our partners, we’re bringing an experience that celebrates the best of Scottish whisky, storytelling, and seasonal indulgence,” says Alexander Winter, General Manager at Duck & Waffle Edinburgh.
“Darker evenings and cooler weather are when our whisky truly comes to life. We’re thrilled to kick off whisky season with Duck & Waffle and North Edinburgh Nightmares, offering guests bold, mischievous drams as distinctive as this special event,” says Ria McAdam, European Marketing Manager at The ScotchMalt Whisky Society.
Tickets are limited and expected to sell out quickly.
Booking and Additional Information:
Event Date: Thursday, 30th October 2025
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: Duck & Waffle Edinburgh, St James Quarter
Price: £45pp including 2 Scotch Malt Whisky Society drams, 2 crafted cocktails, and 4 signature snacks
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, founded in Edinburgh in 1983, is a membership organisation which bottles and sells single cask, single malt whisky. It purchases individual casks from more than 170 malt whisky distilleries in Scotland and throughout the world, bottles them and retails directly to its members.
Over the years, North Edinburgh Nightmares have collected and recounted many of the city’s frightening stories. The stately homes, the cemeteries and its many landmarks. A genuinely chilling collection from the darker side of Edinburgh with stories from the cities past and present, including Leith, Portobello and New Town.