I have been looking forward to getting my hands on Whisky Review: Orphan Barrel Muckety-Muck 26 Year Old from in Glasgow. Bottled at 92 proof and priced at $299.99, it promises 26 years; 92 proof/46% alcohol by volume; $299 of maturation and genuine character.
Nose
Light tawny color, more orange than straw. Still light, however. I really enjoyed the nose on this whisky. It smells sweet and fruity, reminiscent of the lowland Scotch that it is, having been distilled in Glasgow. Theres nothing particularly complex about it, but its pleasant and inviting. Think poached pears with chocolate drizzled on top. The straightforward, uncomplicated, sweet, and fruity tendencies we found in the nose continue in the mouth. This is an easy-going and sweet whisky, but disappears quickly. Theres no finish to speak of at all. A hint of spice tempers the sugary, fruity flavors. I tasted dark chocolate, tangy citrus, cloves, fruitcake, pecans, and lightly buttered toast.
Palate
Fellow reviewers who reviewed the 24 Year Old and the 25 Year Old Muckety Muck offerings werent particularly impressed. Talia Gragg two years ago and Margarett Waterbury last year each gave it three stars out of five, and I tend to agree with their assessment after tasting the 26 Year Old.rnrnThis is a perfectly acceptable lowland Scotch, and the packaging and presentation are top-notch. But I think youd have to be a muckety-muck with some extra income, indeed, to want to pay $299 for a bottle.
Finish
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by Whiskeyful or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.
The Bottom Line
Whisky Review: Orphan Barrel Muckety-Muck 26 Year Old is fine — not bad, not great, just fine. At $299.99, I think there are better options in this range if you are willing to look around.
