Robert Burns

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Based on the Ayrshire farm which was Robert Burns’ home and workplace from 1777 to 1784, Lochlea distillery began quietly distilling, casking and maturing their whisky in 2018.

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Burns Night falls on January 25 and it marks the birthday of Scotland's national poet, Robert Burns, who died in 1796.

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Robert Burns

Seven fascinating facts about Robert Burns
You don't have to like Robert Burns' poetry to enjoy a typical Burns Night '“ but it probably helps.
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