Located in Ashburn, Virginia, The Pensive Giraffe brings the warmth of a Scottish pub to friends and family at home.

Slàinte Mhath

A friendly greeting, an ocean away

We have carefully curated a selection of drams and dishes to feed the body and soul. With local ingredients, inspired culinary creations, the finest spirits, and great company, we invite you to drink to ‘Good Health!’

THE ORIGIN OF SCOTCH WHISKY

What is the origin of the name ‘whisky’?

The term ‘whisky’ derives originally from the Gaelic ‘uisge beatha’, meaning ‘water of life’. Gaelic is that branch of Celtic spoken in the Highlands of Scotland.

Ashburn, VA

Monday–Thursday
12pm–10pm

Friday–Sunday
12pm–11pm