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The evening of January 25th is when Scots everywhere hold Burns Suppers in honour of the birth of Scotland's favourite poet and son, Robert Burns. Born...
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Michael Cronin’s Avatar Michael Cronin
25th January 2023 at 22:40
This is my first Bobby Burns. I went with the Craddock variation; wonderfully complex!
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Andrew Gelb’s Avatar Andrew Gelb
25th January 2022 at 19:47
I would add only this: I am advised that folks traditionally toast when about to enjoy their drink of choice, for us the Bobby Burns, with the phrase “Sláinte Mhath!” which translates to “Good Health!” – I believe it’s pronounced “slanj-uh-va.”
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Simon Difford’s Avatar Simon Difford
26th January 2022 at 09:58
Thanks Andrew. I've added "Sláinte Mhath!" above.
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Anonymous

25th January 2021 at 21:50
Perfectly complemented our Burns Night haggis, neeps and tatties - slainte!
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Richard Elgar’s Avatar Richard Elgar
25th January 2021 at 01:46
I do enjoy a Bobby Burns, but as I live in America, I will eat my haggis with a Mr. Burns, because it's "excellent". https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/7303/mr-burns
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