Perfect Libations For Robbie Burns Day

Perfect Libations For Robbie Burns Day

January 24, 2018 10:20 am PST.

Ahead of Robbie Burns Day, libations expert Darryl Lamb shares some fun facts about this famous poet and shows us how you can celebrate with more than just Scottish whisky…how about some Scottish gin or beer!

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