If it is still being produced by Viking (haven't looked but I bet it is,) I'm inclined to buy the slow-mover hypothesis. These malts are probably of greatest interest to a very specific group of commercial operations, and an even more limited group of homebrewers. If it passes its best-by date in the warehouse (or just takes up valuable space there,) MB eats the cost. Bet you missed a fire sale on the stuff.
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