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Whiskey & Bites: The Aged Edition

Thursday January 22nd

MERLIN’S REST PRESENTS

THE RARE SCOTCH & CULINARY PAIRING EXPERIENCE

January 22 • 6:00PM • Early Access $99 (11/28 & 11/29) • $135 Per Guest

Four remarkable single malts. Four hand-crafted bites. One extraordinary night.

THE PAIRINGS

🥃 Bruichladdich 18 – “The Coastal Classic”

Citrus-Cured Salmon on Rye Crisp with crème fraîche & lemon zest

🥃 BenRiach 21 – “The Orchard Sherry”

Caramelized Pork Belly with apple-date purée

🥃 Highland Park 21 – “Smoke & Heather”

Smoked Duck Rillette on Oat Crisp with honey–mustard glaze

🥃 Mortlach 20 – “The Beast’s Finale”

Dark Chocolate Sea-Salt Truffle with a whisky caramel core

A MASTERFULLY CURATED TASTING

Rare-aged single malts + chef-designed bites = a pairing event you won’t forget.

Limited Seating • This Event Will Sell Out

Reserve your seat for a magical night!

06:00 PM - 09:00 PM

2026-01-22 18:00:002026-01-22 21:00:00America/ChicagoWhiskey & Bites: The Aged EditionMERLIN’S REST PRESENTSTHE RARE SCOTCH & CULINARY PAIRING EXPERIENCEJanuary 22 • 6:00PM • Early Access $99 (11/28 & 11/29) • $135 Per GuestFour remarkable single malts. Four hand-crafted bites. One extraordinary night.THE PAIRINGS🥃 Bruichladdich 18 – “The Coastal Classic”Citrus-Cured Salmon on Rye Crisp with crème fraîche & lemon zest🥃 BenRiach 21 – “The Orchard Sherry”Caramelized Pork Belly with apple-date purée🥃 Highland Park 21 – “Smoke & Heather”Smoked Duck Rillette on Oat Crisp with honey–mustard glaze🥃 Mortlach 20 – “The Beast’s Finale”Dark Chocolate Sea-Salt Truffle with a whisky caramel coreA MASTERFULLY CURATED TASTINGRare-aged single malts + chef-designed bites = a pairing event you won’t forget.Limited Seating • This Event Will Sell OutReserve your seat for a magical night!Merlins Rest PubMerlins Rest Pubchatwithmerlin@yahoo.com
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Burns Night

Saturday January 24th

A night where Scotch, poetry, and tradition meet.

Join fellow whisky lovers as we honor Robert Burns the way it was meant to be done — with spoken verse, ceremonial haggis, and raised glasses in the heart of the pub.

Expect: • Poetry by Burns • Haggis served proper • A room full of Scotch enthusiasts • No ceremony for ceremony’s sake — just tradition done right

Reservation will be 25.00 per person - this amount will be credited back to you on your final bill on the night of the event. 

please email chatwithmerlin@yahoo.com if you would like to be a presenter of a particular poem. Each presenter will receive a free pint of Belhaven

There will not be vegetarian haggis available 

we have many vegetarian options

07:00 PM - 09:00 PM

2026-01-24 19:00:002026-01-24 21:00:00America/ChicagoBurns NightA night where Scotch, poetry, and tradition meet.Join fellow whisky lovers as we honor Robert Burns the way it was meant to be done — with spoken verse, ceremonial haggis, and raised glasses in the heart of the pub.Expect: • Poetry by Burns • Haggis served proper • A room full of Scotch enthusiasts • No ceremony for ceremony’s sake — just tradition done rightReservation will be 25.00 per person - this amount will be credited back to you on your final bill on the night of the event.  please email chatwithmerlin@yahoo.com if you would like to be a presenter of a particular poem. Each presenter will receive a free pint of BelhavenThere will not be vegetarian haggis available we have many vegetarian optionsMerlins Rest PubMerlins Rest Pubchatwithmerlin@yahoo.com
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Rescheduled - December Tasting

Thursday January 29th

December tasting RESCHEDULED!!

Featured Expressions:

GlenAllachie 15yr - Speyside

Oban 15yr Sherry Cask, Cask Strength (US Exclusive)

Glenrothes 15yr - Speyside

Glenfiddich 15yr Solera - Speyside

Price $64.50 - Discounted Price $48.25 (through Merlins Rest App)

07:30 PM - 09:30 PM

2026-01-29 19:30:002026-01-29 21:30:00America/ChicagoRescheduled - December TastingDecember tasting RESCHEDULED!!Featured Expressions:GlenAllachie 15yr - SpeysideOban 15yr Sherry Cask, Cask Strength (US Exclusive)Glenrothes 15yr - SpeysideGlenfiddich 15yr Solera - SpeysidePrice $64.50 - Discounted Price $48.25 (through Merlins Rest App)Merlins Rest PubMerlins Rest Pubchatwithmerlin@yahoo.com
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February Scotch Tasting

Thursday February 12th

American Single Malt & New World Whiskey Tasting

Explore the cutting edge of American whiskey in a guided tasting that showcases innovation, tradition, and bold character. From the refined precision of Minden Mill American Single Malt to the rich Irish-inspired craftsmanship of Keeper’s Heart American Single Pot Still, this lineup highlights the diversity shaping modern whiskey. Experience the elegance of Virginia Distillery Co.’s Courage & Conviction Cuvée Cask, the wine-influenced complexity of Westland Wine Cask American Single Malt, and the striking depth of Balcones Mirador Eclipse, finished in Spanish oak

A rare opportunity to taste the future of American whiskey—thoughtfully made, expertly presented, and not to be missed.

 cost 64.50

07:30 PM - 09:30 PM

2026-02-12 19:30:002026-02-12 21:30:00America/ChicagoFebruary Scotch TastingAmerican Single Malt & New World Whiskey TastingExplore the cutting edge of American whiskey in a guided tasting that showcases innovation, tradition, and bold character. From the refined precision of Minden Mill American Single Malt to the rich Irish-inspired craftsmanship of Keeper’s Heart American Single Pot Still, this lineup highlights the diversity shaping modern whiskey. Experience the elegance of Virginia Distillery Co.’s Courage & Conviction Cuvée Cask, the wine-influenced complexity of Westland Wine Cask American Single Malt, and the striking depth of Balcones Mirador Eclipse, finished in Spanish oak A rare opportunity to taste the future of American whiskey—thoughtfully made, expertly presented, and not to be missed. cost 64.50Merlins Rest PubMerlins Rest Pubchatwithmerlin@yahoo.com
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Valentine's Day

Saturday February 14th

Join us on Valentine's Day for the perfect romantic evening!

11:00 AM - 01:00 AM

2026-02-14 11:00:002026-02-14 01:00:00America/ChicagoValentine's DayJoin us on Valentine's Day for the perfect romantic evening!Merlins Rest PubMerlins Rest Pubchatwithmerlin@yahoo.com
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February 2nd Scotch Tasting

Thursday February 19th

American Single Malt & New World Whiskey Tasting

Explore the cutting edge of American whiskey in a guided tasting that showcases innovation, tradition, and bold character. From the refined precision of Minden Mill American Single Malt to the rich Irish-inspired craftsmanship of Keeper’s Heart American Single Pot Still, this lineup highlights the diversity shaping modern whiskey. Experience the elegance of Virginia Distillery Co.’s Courage & Conviction Cuvée Cask, the wine-influenced complexity of Westland Wine Cask American Single Malt, and the striking depth of Balcones Mirador Eclipse, finished in Spanish oak

A rare opportunity to taste the future of American whiskey—thoughtfully made, expertly presented, and not to be missed.

 cost 64.50

07:30 PM - 09:30 PM

2026-02-19 19:30:002026-02-19 21:30:00America/ChicagoFebruary 2nd Scotch TastingAmerican Single Malt & New World Whiskey TastingExplore the cutting edge of American whiskey in a guided tasting that showcases innovation, tradition, and bold character. From the refined precision of Minden Mill American Single Malt to the rich Irish-inspired craftsmanship of Keeper’s Heart American Single Pot Still, this lineup highlights the diversity shaping modern whiskey. Experience the elegance of Virginia Distillery Co.’s Courage & Conviction Cuvée Cask, the wine-influenced complexity of Westland Wine Cask American Single Malt, and the striking depth of Balcones Mirador Eclipse, finished in Spanish oak A rare opportunity to taste the future of American whiskey—thoughtfully made, expertly presented, and not to be missed. cost 64.50Merlins Rest PubMerlins Rest Pubchatwithmerlin@yahoo.com
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National Margarita Day

Sunday February 22nd

Come celebrate National Margarita day with us on February 22nd.

11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

2026-02-22 11:00:002026-02-22 00:00:00America/ChicagoNational Margarita DayCome celebrate National Margarita day with us on February 22nd.Merlins Rest PubMerlins Rest Pubchatwithmerlin@yahoo.com

International Women's Day

Sunday March 8th

Come celebrate International Women's Day with us - March 8th

11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

2026-03-08 11:00:002026-03-08 00:00:00America/ChicagoInternational Women's DayCome celebrate International Women's Day with us - March 8thMerlins Rest PubMerlins Rest Pubchatwithmerlin@yahoo.com

St. Patrick's Day

Tuesday March 17th

Grab your best green garb and join us for St. Patrick's Day!

11:00 AM - 01:00 AM

2026-03-17 11:00:002026-03-17 01:00:00America/ChicagoSt. Patrick's DayGrab your best green garb and join us for St. Patrick's Day!Merlins Rest PubMerlins Rest Pubchatwithmerlin@yahoo.com