WINTER FESTIVITIES
LET THE FESTIVITIES COMMENCE This Christmas, we invite you to join us in our historic corner of Aberdeen for a festive season you won t want to miss! Here, you will find all the details on our specially created Christmas dining menus. You will also find lots of information on our Hogmanay feast and a list of specially created winter drinks to warm the cockles. We have also included a rundown of our jam packed schedule of winter events, from our Christmas Cocktail Masterclasses to weekly live music, we have something for everyone this festive period. All that is left for me to do is wish you glad tidings when it comes around, and I hope to welcome all of you to our historic venue over the festive period. Murray Tavendale General Manager
DINE IN STYLE We re nestled in a great spot, in the heart of Aberdeen city centre. Famous for our warm and friendly atmosphere, you can relax in our cosy, comfortable surroundings. We have a whole host of areas for you to hold your festive celebrations. You can hire one of the spaces within our main bar for a tipple or two, our Sports Den can also be hired, complete with pool table. Our private function room can cater for up to 60 guests, packages can be tailor made to suit the needs of you and your party. Just ask a member of our team for more details!
FESTIVE MENU 16.95 TWO COURSES (Monday to Thursday) 19.95 THREE COURSES STARTERS ROAST TOMATO & RED PEPPER SOUP (V) Drizzle of Basil Oil CHICKEN LIVER PARFAIT Smoked Tomato Jam & Arran Oaties SMOKED SALMON & LEEK TARTLET Herb Salad & Basil Oil CHICKPEA PÂTÉ (V) Roasted Marinated Beetroot with Garlic Ciabatta MAINS ELLERSLIE TURKEY Date & Apple Stuffing, Pork Chipolatas, Roast Potatoes, Festive Vegetables & Cranberry Jus HOGMANAY DINING 35.95 PER PERSON Celebrate the New Year in traditional Scottish style. Enjoy a delicious three course seasonal menu along with a glass of Prosecco. Afterwards take advantage of our famous ceilidh, complete with live band and plenty of jigs STARTERS ROAST TOMATO & RED PEPPER SOUP (V) Drizzle of Basil Oil ROASTED RED PEPPER SALAD (V) Pickled Carrot & Chickpea SMOKED SALMON & LEEK TARTLET Mango & Coriander Salsa, Lightly Spiced Crème Fraîche TERRINE OF HAM HOCK Parsley, Apricot Purée, Poached Apricots & Arran Oaties MAINS ELLERSLIE TURKEY Date & Apple Stuffing, Pork Chipolatas, Roast Potatoes, Festive Vegetables & Cranberry Jus WILD MUSHROOM & GOAT CHEESE PITHIVIER (V) Tomato Fondue, Roast Potatoes & Festive Vegetables RED ONION FILO PASTRY MILLE-FEUILLE (V) Sauté Courgette, Aubergine & Arrabiata Tomato Sauce ROAST SEABASS Seasonal Vegetables, Confit Potatoes & Tomato Vierge GRILLED SEA BASS Clam Chowder, Confit New Potatoes & Buttered Spinach GRILLED BACON CHOP Roast Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables & Pan Jus GRILLED BACON CHOP Roast Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables & Pan Jus DESSERTS BRAISED FEATHER BLADE BEEF Mashed Potato, Roast Parsnips & Braising Jus CHOCOLATE PONT NEUF (V) Blackberry Jam & Chambord Compote DESSERTS ETON MESS (V) Passion Fruit & Lemon Curd CITRUS CHEESECAKE Blueberry Compote with Candied Orange CHRISTMAS PUDDING (V) Brandy Sauce CHRISTMAS PUDDING (V) Brandy Sauce MULL CHEDDAR (V) Stout Chutney, Celery & Grapes DARK CHOCOLATE MOUSSE Black Cherry Jam & Chantilly Cream NOT LOOKING FOR A SIT DOWN MEAL THIS YEAR? Make a night of it at Illicit Still with our festive buffet, packed full of your favourite Christmas finger food! ETON MESS (V) Passion Fruit & Lemon Curd MULL CHEDDAR (V) Stout Chutney, Celery & Grapes 14.95 per person MENU
FESTIVE DRINKS Toast to the season of goodwill with one of our specially created winter drinks packages. BEER PACKAGE 25 6 Specially Selected Bottled Lagers WINE PACKAGE 50 Select 3 Bottles of House White, Red or Rose PROSECCO PACKAGE 50 2 Bottles of Prosecco, Served with Mini Chambords to Make Your Own Festive Royale Please ask staff for our bottle to table packages DRINKS EVENTS
FESTIVE EVENTS CHRISTMAS COCKTAIL MASTERCLASSES EVERYDAY THROUGHOUT DECEMBER 20 PER PERSON Shake up your festive celebrations with our signature cocktail masterclasses. Become a cocktail connoisseur by learning all the tricks of the trade from our in-house mixologists! This is a book in advance event. WEEKLY LIVE MUSIC EVERY WEEKEND THROUGHOUT DECEMBER Join us every week in winter and enjoy the very best in local acoustic talent and folk style songs, perfect for post dinner drinks or a wee dram. HOGMANAY CELEBRATIONS MONDAY, 31ST DECEMBER 5 PER PERSON Join us for our signature New Year s Eve shindig! We will have a traditional ceilidh with our rip-roaring live band, all of your favourite jigs and a good old dose of Scottish hospitality! Speak to a member of staff to purchase your ticket today EVENTS
THE WEE PUB If you are looking for something a little different this Christmas, why not try The Wee Pub? Aberdeen s smallest pub seats up to 35 people. Although it s short on size it s huge on atmosphere, making us the perfect cosy spot for all your festive needs! This unique venue is perfect for adding a twist to any event this festive season, offering cocktail masterclasses, private dining, karaoke, a free-to-use Photo Booth and much more! Enquire now to book your own pub.
CONTACT US For further details or to discuss your festive party, gathering or private dinner, please contact us on: T: 01224 623123 E: info@illicit-still.co.uk W: illicit-still.co.uk f @theillicitstill @theillicitstill l @IllicitStillAbd THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT Our giftcards are the perfect present for someone who enjoys delicious dining or a tipple or two. You can purchase a variety of options, including monetary vouchers to be redeemed against any of our food or drink options in venue. To purchase, visit giftideasscotland.co.uk, or visit us in venue Broad Street Netherkirkgate Union Street Find Us: Guestrow, Aberdeen AB10 1AU BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS A non-refundable deposit of 10.00 per person is payable upon booking. All bookings made after 31st October must be paid in full at time of booking. Final balance and pre orders must be received no later than 31st October. Please note full balance is non-refundable and non-transferable. Only one block method payment will be accepted for each booking. The Illicit Still will endeavour to accommodate specific requests regarding your preferred table plan, however, we cannot guarantee that every requirement will be met. Please refer to our website for full terms and conditions and our severe weather policy.