ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

John Barleycorn

John Barleycorn is a nickname for alcohol, which is a type of drink that adults can have but children cannot. It's made from ingredients like grains or fruits and it can make people feel different than they normally do.

When people drink alcohol, it goes into their stomach and then travels through their bloodstream to their brain. This can make them feel happy, silly, or even dizzy. Sometimes people might even have trouble walking or talking correctly after drinking too much.

While drinking alcohol can be fun for adults, it's very important that they do it responsibly. This means not drinking too much and making sure they have a safe way to get home if they've been drinking. It's also important for kids to remember that alcohol is not for them and to never try to sneak sips of it from adults.