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The Coastal Dram

The Indoor Seaweed & Whisky Masterclass — featuring single malts from Kingsbarns Distillery.

Coming soon · all year round

Forget battling coastal storms or watching the tide tables. Step inside for an exclusive, hands-on sensory journey through Scotland's wild coast — without getting your boots wet.

Over 2.5 immersive hours, we break down the science, biology, and culinary magic of sustainably harvested seaweeds, paired seamlessly with award-winning Lowland single malts from Fife's own Kingsbarns Distillery.

How the workshop works

Every 30 minutes, we unlock a new element of the ocean. You'll touch, smell, and learn about a distinct seaweed, watch a live plating demonstration, and enjoy a curated bite alongside its matching whisky dram:

  • 01 · Ulva (Sea Lettuce) — Fresh & green · paired with Kingsbarns Doocot Highball
  • 02 · Sea Spaghetti — Nut butter & fibre · paired with Kingsbarns Family Reserve
  • 03 · Dulse — The smoky umami powerhouse · paired with Kingsbarns Balcomie (Sherry Cask)
  • 04 · Sugar Kelp — Iodine & smoke · paired with Kingsbarns Coaltown (Ex-Peated Cask)
  • 05 · Ginger & Kelp Pickle — Acidity & spice · paired with Kingsbarns Bell Rock (Cask Strength)

Interactive chemistry feature: learn how to use our house-made Kombu Saline Droppers to modify whisky chemistry at your table — cutting alcohol sting and unlocking hidden fruit and floral esters.

Ticket options & pricing

  • Standard Masterclass Ticket — £120 per person. Includes the full 2.5-hour workshop, 5 seaweed culinary tasters, 5 Kingsbarns whisky drams, a sensory worksheet, and a take-home bottle of Kombu Saline Dropper.
  • VIP Bottle-Inclusive Ticket — £170 per person. Everything in the Standard Ticket plus a full 70cl bottle of Kingsbarns Doocot or Balcomie Single Malt to take home.

Book your seat

Limited to 12 guests per session to ensure an intimate, interactive environment.

📍 Location: venue to be announced
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Over-18s only. Please drink responsibly. Non-alcoholic pairing available on request.

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