8 Jan 2009
Moylans Old Blarney Barleywine
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About: I recall my first sip of beer very fondly. At a very early age I was watching a baseball game with my father, and he noticed I was curious as to the colorful red and white canned beverage in his hand and finally offered me a sip. At that point I felt like I was a part of something special. As I was never able to touch those elusive drinks prior to that moment, I felt like a grown man, sipping the sudsy elixir with my dad watching sports on the tv screen.
That was a one time event though, and it wasnt until my teen years when I realized the magical effects beer can have at social functions. I became enamored immediately with the level of fun that can be had while drinking what I also had confessed was the most refreshing drink in existence.
After years of experimenting with every drink available to me, I have found my tastes and preferences have matured. Still, more so than ever I am driven by the quest to find the ultimate beverage. Though I know there is no such thing I am always trying something new to find my favorites. I enjoy variety, and also believe the only way to discover truly what you enjoy the most is by trying everything you can. Not only do you learn about the various styles and flavors associated with the many kinds of beer, but you also learn what you like as well as what perhaps you are not particularly fond of. There is a time and a mood for just about any style of beer crafted today, and the more you experience the better you are prepared to suit your own tastes.
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Name: Old Blarney
Brewery: Moylans
Overall Rating: A+
Style: Barleywine Style Ale
Serving Style: Bottle 22 oz
ABV: 10%
Appearance: A beautiful bronze hue, a fairly full head for a barleywine, and a few particles floating amidst the slight cloudiness.
Aroma: A very pleasant mild malty aroma.
Flavor: Old Blarney starts with a hint of pine at first and builds to a full crisp hoppy bitterness, then a nice slightly spicy lingering flavor for the finish. Yet is impressively well balanced throughout the experience, and tastes remarkably exquisite!
Body:A velvety smooth texture provides a lightly syrupy feel that leaves the flavor to slowly fade away.
Enjoyability: I enjoyed this beverage immensely, as this was one of the finest brews I have had in quite some time . I was savoring every sip of this special barleywine as pure liquid heaven has been achieved. If you appreciate barleywines, this one is a must try.
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January 8th, 2009 at 6:58 am
I like barley wines! Finding Moylans is Ohio is no easy task, but I’ve snatched up a Hopsickle before out here. I’ll keep my eyes posted.