Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant

George Washington Whiskey Dinner

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EVENT DETAILS

Celebrate fall with a four-course whiskey dinner at George Washington’s Mount Vernon Inn & Restaurant on Saturday, October 24, 2026.

Enjoy a guided tasting featuring distinctive rye whiskeys produced at George Washington’s Distillery & Gristmill, each thoughtfully paired with a seasonal course. From unaged rye to premium whiskey matured for up to eight years, this special dining experience explores the history, craftsmanship and flavors of whiskey made at Mount Vernon.

This prepaid, ticketed event takes place from 6–9 p.m. Tickets are $120 per person, plus tax and a 20% gratuity. Guests must be 21 or older to attend.

Featured Whiskeys

  • George Washington Rye Whiskey, unaged
  • George Washington Straight Rye Whiskey, aged 2–4 years
  • George Washington Straight Rye Premium Whiskey, aged 4–8 years

Four-Course Dinner Menu

Amuse-Bouche
Whipped Gorgonzola dolce with grilled fig crisp, prosciutto and salted pepitas

Appetizer
Seared sea scallops with roasted macadamia nuts and blood orange sabayon

Intermezzo
Sparkling apple cider and ginger granita

Main Course
Bistro filet with bone marrow whipped potatoes, apple-rye gastrique and pickled sweet onion

Dessert
Camembert mousse with grilled apricots

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