Macallan Harmony Collection Rich Cacao 75cl US Import
75cl / 44%
£199.00
- Cask type: Sherry
- Malt type: Single Malt
- Region: Speyside
- Chilfiltered: No
- Coloring: No
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First Harmony Collection Macallan, built to pair with fine chocolate, 44% ABV, 75cl US import, in eco cacao-husk packaging.
At-a-Glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Distillery / Region | The Macallan, Speyside |
| Category | Limited edition single malt Scotch whisky |
| Release / Bottled | Harmony Collection Rich Cacao, released 2021 |
| ABV & Size(s) | 44% ABV, 75cl for US import; 70cl also exists |
| Cask / Treatment | Harmonious combination of sherry seasoned European and American oak casks |
| Natural Colour | Not stated by the producer (Macallan standard is natural colour) |
| Non-Chill-Filtered | Not stated by the producer |
| Cask Strength | No |
| Bottle count / Outturn | Not stated by the producer, single-issue 2021 release |
| Intended channel | Global release with strong European and US allocation; US import 75cl format |
| Packaging | Recyclable, cacao-husk based carton, brown/gold Harmony branding |
| Notes on discrepancies | EU price lists show 70cl; Cyprus/US-oriented stores show 75cl at 44% and higher price. Always specify 75cl US import. |
Historical Context
Harmony Collection started in 2021 as an annual Macallan series focused on sustainability and a flavour pairing. The inaugural Rich Cacao edition was created after whisky maker Polly Logan visited Casa Cacao in Girona to work with chocolatier Jordi Roca, then built a Macallan from casks that emphasise dark chocolate notes. The packaging was part of the story: it uses discarded cacao husks. Because it was the first in the series and because Macallan limiteds were particularly hot in 2021-2022, secondary prices ran well above original RRP and have stayed high, especially for 75cl US imports.
Technical Specification & Variant Map
2.1 Documented variants
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Macallan Harmony Collection Rich Cacao, 44%, 70cl, EU/UK.
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Macallan Harmony Collection Rich Cacao, 44%, 75cl, US import (user’s bottle).
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Subsequent Harmony Collection releases (Inspired by Intense Arabica, etc.) exist but are separate.
Variant Matrix
| ABV | Volume | Market | Era cues | Relative desirability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44% | 75cl | US import 2021 | US back label, 750ml indicated | High because of volume/scarcity |
| 44% | 70cl | UK/EU 2021 | Standard EU size | Core |
| 44% | 75cl | Re-export to EU 2022-2025 | US label, EU seller | Condition-led |
2.2 Packaging & authenticity checklist
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Carton must be cacao-husk textured, with Harmony branding and Rich Cacao wording.
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Bottle should show 44% and 75cl (or 750ml) for the US version.
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Check for correct Macallan capsule and that the outer is not crushed; collectors pay for carton condition.
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Watch for stock photos of the 70cl EU version used to sell a 75cl US bottle; insist on real photos when buying.
2.3 Regulatory/terminology notes
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Single malt Scotch whisky, NAS, 44%, natural colour.
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Do not call this cask strength or sherry bomb; it is a balanced sherry-seasoned creation.
Liquid Profile
Nose: Chocolate fondant, honey, oak, lime zest, ginger.
Palate: Dark chocolate, honeyed dates, vanilla, cinnamon, gentle citrus.
Finish: Medium to long, cocoa-dusty, with oak spice.
With water: A splash can soften the oak and bring out honey.
Distillery/Bottler Snapshot
Macallan is Speyside’s most collected distillery. Its limited, story-led runs like Harmony are built on the core strengths of sherry-seasoned oak and premium packaging. Rich Cacao, as first in series, remains the anchor.
Sourcing
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Target: 75cl US import with immaculate carton.
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Avoid: crushed cartons or bottles without carton.
