Macallan Harmony Collection Rich Cacao
70cl / 44%
£189.00
- Cask type: Sherry
- Malt type: Single Malt
- Region: Speyside
- Chilfiltered: No
- Coloring: No
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At‑a‑Glance Specifications
- Producer/Region: The Macallan, Speyside (Scotland)
- Series/Edition: The Harmony Collection — ‘Rich Cacao’, first release (2021)
- ABV & Size: 44% ABV; 700ml (EU) and 750ml (US) formats observed
- Cask Composition: Combination of sherry‑seasoned European & American oak chosen for cocoa‑like notes
- Packaging: 100% recyclable box made using upcycled cacao pod husks (in collaboration with Casa Cacao / Jordi Roca)
- Original SRP (US): ~$160 at launch; limited annual series concept.
Provenance & Concept
‘Rich Cacao’ inaugurated The Macallan’s Harmony Collection—an annual, sustainability‑led series pairing flavour narratives with crafted packaging. Whisky Maker Polly Logan worked with Casa Cacao (Jordi Roca) to select casks that naturally express chocolate‑aligned aromas and flavours, aligning the liquid with the cacao‑husk presentation.
Liquid Profile Signals
House‑style sherry influence expressed as milk‑to‑dark chocolate tones, cocoa nib, dried fruits and gentle baking spice, rounded by vanilla from American oak. At 44% ABV, the texture aims for a slightly richer delivery than standard 40% OBs while remaining accessible; a few drops of water can tease out orange peel and nutty notes.
Market & Collectability
• Launch dynamics: global release in 2021 as the first Harmony entry drew strong demand, supported by the sustainability and chocolate‑pairing narrative.
• Pricing: secondary retail typically commands a premium to launch SRP; availability fluctuates by region. Critic and community reception is mixed on whether the flavour fully matches the cacao billing, but the series’ concept and packaging maintain collector interest.
• Authenticity/condition: verify edition name (‘Rich Cacao’), ABV 44%, correct box with cacao‑husk fibre, and intact ribbons/inserts.
Collector Takeaway
A concept‑driven Macallan limited release marrying flavour cues with sustainable design. Best held in pristine, complete packaging; attractive in series‑focused collections.
