Maltbarn 2008 10 Years Single Malt Whisky

Islay Malt 2008 MBa

Maltbarn

Germany

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Whisky Information

Age
10 years
ABV
53.1%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillation Year
2008
Bottling Year
2019
Cask Types
Sherry

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Lowest Price:€107.50(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 1441

Whiskyspace Notes 1441

Jun 4, 2026, 22:21:00

第一口就感觉到有点甜,但不是那种腻人的甜,像是在壁炉边喝着热饮的那种暖甜味儿,很适合冬天。 有点药味,让我想起小时候用的那种药膏,但又混着干草和焦糖的泥煤味,挺有意思的。 加水后感觉更好了,热带水果的味道跑出来了,还有点柠檬酱和柠檬糖的味道,酸酸甜甜的。 泥煤味变得油润,像黄油一样,但橡木的味道比平时更突出一点。 尾段有烤坚果和杏仁糖的香气,嘴里还留着一丝葡萄柚的清苦。有点汽油和焦油的味道,但很淡,反而让整体更复杂了。 年轻的感觉,带点海藻的咸鲜,像海风吹过。最后是经典的消毒水味道,但夹杂着糖果的甜,竟然不冲突。🍬

Vicky Campbell

Vicky Campbell

May 27, 2026, 02:36:15

哇哦,这杯有点意思! 🥃 一打开先闻到点straw和烤过的坚果香,然后突然飘出来一丝... medicinal tones?有点像小时候喝的cough medicine,但混着那种intriguingly sweet的candied peat味,居然不讨厌。 喝一口,舌尖是柠檬糖般的甜,接着是经典的mercurochrome药感(不知道为啥让我想起这个),但底下有buttery peat和smoked herbs在打底。嚼嚼还能尝到roasted nuts和一丝tar的烟熏感。 加点水?wow,water works very well!一下子柔和多了,柑橘味全跑出来——grapefruit juice、lemon curd,还藏着touches of tropical fruits和杏仁膏的甜。收尾是rather long的oak和海藻的咸鲜,感觉ready for winter了。 年轻是能喝出来,但整体在同一个good ballpark里,挺平衡的一杯。 ❄️

Sarah White

Sarah White

May 22, 2026, 03:36:46

Quite warming and mellow 🥃 I get a bit of honey, dried fruit, gentle spice, and a soft woody finish. Feels cosy, like a rainy evening by the fire. Nice little dram, not too fussy.

Sophie Cooper

Sophie Cooper

May 12, 2026, 21:31:31

Aye, this whisky – the nose is dead nice, with a bit of sweetness like caramel and a whiff of smoke. Tastes smooth, got some fruitiness there, maybe apple or berries. Finish is long and warmin', with a touch of spice. Proper good for a casual sip! 🥃 Slightly off note: the initial flavour can be a tad sharp, but mellows out nicely. 😊

Archie Thompson

Archie Thompson

May 9, 2026, 09:42:37

Right, so this whisky's got a lovely nose – kinda fruity with a bit of smoke. On the taste, it's smoth, like honey and a hint of spice. The finish lingers nicely, warming you up. Proper enjoyable, innit? 🥃😊

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