Name: Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn
Brand: Burnside
Price: 250.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn taste like?

Accepted Answer

Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn is characterised by Malt Extract, Honey, Vanilla, Toasted, Old Wood notes. A 1989 vintage teaspoon malt—a vatting of Balvenie and Glenfiddich—bottled by Maltbarn after 25 years of maturation at 50.9% ABV. This rare expression comes from a private collection.

Question 2

Is Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn sweet?

Accepted Answer

Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn has some sweetness (64/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn costs £250 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 50.9% ABV, Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn?

Accepted Answer

Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn pairs well with honey cake, crème brûlée, mild soft cheeses, and glazed nuts. The sweet, honeyed character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn?

Accepted Answer

Serve Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn similar to WhistlePig 15 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn and WhistlePig 15 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. WhistlePig 15 Year Old costs £229.99 vs £250 for Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn.

Question 11

Is Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn similar to Tomintoul 33 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn and Tomintoul 33 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Tomintoul 33 Year Old costs £249.95 vs £250 for Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn.

Question 12

How does Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn compare to Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)?

Accepted Answer

Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn and Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Burnside 25 Year Old 1989 - Maltbarn is sweet and approachable, while Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is known for Smokey, Kippery, Medicinal notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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