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Maltbarn 1973 44 Years Single Malt Whisky

Speyside 1973 MBa

Maltbarn

Germany

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Whisky Information

Age
44 years
ABV
48.8%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillation Year
1973
Bottling Year
2017
Cask Types
Sherry Cask

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Lowest Price:€899.00(2025-03-11)

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Maltbarn is an independent bottler located on the picturesque North Sea coast of northern Germany. The brand's story began when its founders moved into a traditional farm and discovered a large, historic barn on the property. While this barn had never been used for malt storage or whisky production, it embodied the authentic spirit and heritage they wanted to capture. This discovery inspired the creation of the Maltbarn brand, with the barn itself becoming the namesake and symbol of their philosophy. True to their roots, Maltbarn embraces a hyper-local approach to their presentation. Every photograph and label design is captured on-site—either at the Maltbarn property itself, in nearby farm buildings, or in the surrounding rural landscape. This commitment to authenticity serves a deeper purpose: to showcase the natural beauty and rustic charm of this unique German region to whisky enthusiasts around the world. As an independent bottler, Maltbarn carefully selects exceptional casks from renowned distilleries across Scotland and beyond, bottling them at natural cask strength without chill filtration or artificial coloring. Each release is a limited edition, reflecting both the quality of the spirit and the beauty of its German provenance.
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Flavor Profile

Dried FruitDried Fruit
HoneyHoney
Dark ChocolateDark Chocolate
NutsNuts
PepperPepper
CaramelCaramel
OrangeOrange
RaisinsRaisins
SpicesSpices
Candied FruitCandied Fruit

Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Whiskyspace Notes 2335

Whiskyspace Notes 2335

Jul 6, 2026, 01:49:02

Oh, this one’s a proper treat. First sip hits you with this lovely muscaty touch, like biting into the sweetest apricot and wee fruits all at once. There’s a hint of bergamots and lemon balm dancing around, floral but not overwhelming. The high-end raisins and those best small figs in the world – absolutely gorgeous, chewy-sweet without being cloying. A nutty cashew vibe underneath, maybe even a splash of straw and pollen richness. It’s got that wine-whisky thing going on, medium-bodied but utterly perfect, like something from the same league as Yquem. Probably Turkish, though I can’t say for sure. Feminine, elegant, and second to none. Just amazing 🥃

Whiskyspace Notes 2029

Whiskyspace Notes 2029

Jun 25, 2026, 16:50:13

Ooh, this is like a wee dram of sunshine in a glass—so light it almost floats, but with this gorgeous muscaty lift that just dances on the tongue. There’s a whisper of straw and those tiny herbs you’d find in a summer meadow, plus a proper honeyed richness that’s just… proper. A touch of lemon balm and mint leaves gives it this fresh, almost herbal lift, while the figs and wee fruits remind me of something you’d nibble on a Turkish market stall. The pollen and lemongrass notes make it feel almost floral, like a meadow at dusk, and that wine-whisky marriage gives it this silky medium body—never heavy, just right. The finish lingers with a hint of those superlative honeys, like the best small-batch stuff you’d drizzle over fresh bread. Absolutely bloody amazing, really.

Whiskyspace Notes 1452

Whiskyspace Notes 1452

Jun 5, 2026, 03:44:46

第一口就想到托卡伊阿苏贵腐,那种蜂蜜和坚果的甜美感太像了。绝对顶级的甜酒水准啊。 闻起来有烤腰果和花生的香气,还有一些高级提子干的甜味。喝下去感觉酒体挺轻盈的,但风味又很集中。😄 让我想起阿尔萨斯的晚收甜酒,带着蜜瓜和茉莉花香的那种。尾段有无花果干和淡淡的香草味,甜得特别优雅。 咽下去后嘴里留着淡淡的薄荷和柠檬马鞭草清香,还有花粉般的细腻感。✨ 整体平衡得简直完美,既有贵腐酒的复杂甜美,又有威士忌特有的麦芽香气。这风味层次真是绝了。

Jake Cook

Jake Cook

May 27, 2026, 03:40:57

Right then, poured myself a dram and the nose is just... full of pollen and the sweetest, smallest figs you can imagine. It's got that same lovely, golden-light feeling as the best dessert wines, you know? First sip, and it's all roasted peanuts and high-end raisins, like a fancy fruit cake. There's this amazing, wee touch of something muscaty and floral. It’s got a lovely lightness to it, almost feminine, with a hint of lemon balm and bergamots coming through. The finish has a bit of straw, like sunshine in a glass. Honestly, it's superb, right in that top league. 👍

Mia Lewis

Mia Lewis

May 21, 2026, 04:31:02

Warm, mellow and a wee bit smoky 🥃 I get honey, toasted oak and a soft spice that hangs about nicely. Feels cosy, like a quiet night in by the fire. Slightly dry finish, but in a good way.

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