Barleycorn | November 12, 2009
Have you ever talked to a whisky warrior, someone really fanatical about whisky, and wonder what the hell he was talking about? This video series is your personal Whisky Rosetta Stone. Listen, learn, and impress your friends. 
Barleycorn | November 11, 2009
Macallan 12 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky
A good whisky but nothing to write home about. Fruity character with an underlying saltiness that reminds me of the ocean. A little too light and a bit forgettable.
Overall Score: 14/25
Nose: 3/5
Palate: 3/5
Finish: 3/5
Experience: 5/10
Barleycorn | November 10, 2009
This store is definitely a keeper. With stores in Tucson and throughout the Phoenix area, it is definitely worth checking out for you Arizona wine and spirit lovers!
Barleycorn | November 10, 2009
Here is something for all of you exotic malt hunters to dream about. Highland Park is releasing two vintage single malts, a 45 year old and a cask strength 40 year old. They are expected to fetch 3,750 GBP and 2,250 GBP (sorry no special character on this editor) respectively, or about $6,250 and $3,750 [...]
Barleycorn | November 9, 2009
As I was preparing for MrBarleycorn.com, I spent considerable time on the question of how I should score whisky for my reviews. Distillery blenders may spend as much as ten years learning the nuances of a whisky’s nose and palate before they are entrusted to work alone, so it is hardly reasonable to expect an [...]
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