The Macallan "The Harmony Collection" - Smooth Arabica
ABV: 44% | Origin: Scotland

Tasting Profile

• Nose: Rich coffee beans, dark chocolate, raisins, and vanilla with subtle hints of orange zest and nutmeg
• Palate: Velvety and indulgent with notes of tiramisu, espresso, dried fruits, and honeyed oak balanced by gentle cinnamon and toasted hazelnuts
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering coffee, dried fruit sweetness, and oak spice

Production Details

• Distillation method: Traditional copper pot stills, signature small cut from the spirit run
• Cask type(s): European and American oak sherry seasoned casks with special selection for coffee notes
• Special processes: Packaged in innovative coffee-bean-based sustainable packaging, natural color, non-chill filtered

Perfect For

• Whisky enthusiasts who appreciate both fine single malt and specialty coffee
• Collectors seeking limited edition expressions from The Macallan's innovative series

Expert Notes

• A groundbreaking collaboration between The Macallan Whisky Maker Polly Logan and renowned coffee experts
• The casks were specifically selected to complement and enhance the natural coffee notes found in certain Macallan whiskies

Customer Reviews

• "An extraordinary marriage of coffee and whisky that manages to honor both without compromising either." – David C. ★★★★★
• "The coffee influence is masterfully balanced—present but never overwhelming the distillery character." – Sophia M. ★★★★★
• "A must-have for collectors and coffee lovers. Exceptional depth and complexity." – Jonathan P. ★★★★½

Interesting Facts

• Part of The Macallan's Harmony Collection which focuses on sustainable packaging innovation
• The packaging is created using discarded coffee bean husks, a by-product of the coffee-making process
• Each release in the Harmony Collection explores different natural materials and flavor inspirations

Serving Suggestions

• Best enjoyed neat in a Glencairn glass to appreciate its complex coffee and whisky interplay
• Pairs exceptionally well with dark chocolate espresso beans or tiramisu for a complementary tasting experience

Distillery

• The Macallan Distillery, established in 1824 in Speyside, Scotland, is renowned for its commitment to exceptional oak casks, natural color, and distinctive spirit character. The new distillery, opened in 2018, combines innovative design with traditional craftsmanship, reinforcing The Macallan's position as one of the world's most admired single malt whisky creators.