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At the Whisky Fair in Germany, a couple of weeks ago, Maltbarn presented its latest batch of whisky bottlings. A few of them have labels that refer to famous music albums, and these are the ones we’ll be trying first.There are familiar names, as Maltbarn tends to release similar casks (or parts of casks) several times over the course of a few years. However there’s also Glen Mosset – a name that we’ve only seen with Maltbarn so far, if I’m not mistaken. It appears to be the disguise of Benromach. Glenlossie 29 yo 1995 (49,2%, Maltbarn 2025, bourbon cask, 156 btl.)Nose: very aromatic, with plenty of sweet pears, vineyard peaches, quinces, as well as some more tropical notes (bananas). Later it moves towards apricots with waxy undertones (crayons). A little chamomile tea as well. Then also a hint of women’s cream, something blossomy that you get in very old bourbon casks. A great profile.Mouth: sunflower oil mixed with lemon juice, something gristy and green banana. Sweet at first, but the grassy side of the spirit makes it move towards bittersweet notes. Grapefruit, a chalky touch, some green tea and ginger. A hint of quinine?Finish: not too long, but crisp, nicely mixing mint, lemon peels and some oaky sweetness.Pretty much in line with the Glenlossie 1992 they released a couple of years ago. An excellent profile with the seductive side of long ageing but also a punk edge. Exactly.
