In a blind tasting by BJCP trained experts, this beer rated

89

Black Spruce Brewing Company Basil Hayden Bourbon Barrel-Aged Reginald Van Horn Barleywine ('21 Vintage)

“Pronounced bourbon, vanilla, toffee aroma with hints of dried fruit—dates, raisins. Flavor offers more chance for the underlying barleywine to show its character with richer toffee, dark fruits, notes of red apple, and warming alcohols. Well balanced, with a clean finish.”

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