The Macallan Harmony Collection JING 70cl 43.9%

The Macallan has distilled single malt Scotch whisky at its Speyside estate since 1824, celebrated for its pioneering use of sherry-seasoned oak and meticulous spirit selection. The Harmony Collection pairs the whisky-making team's expertise with world-class artisans from other fields, exploring flavour through unexpected collaborations.

Harmony Collection No. 5, created with tea specialists JING Tea, draws its inspiration from Phoenix Honey Orchid — a celebrated oolong tea from the Phoenix Mountain range of Guangdong, China, known for its dessert-wine aromas and vibrant, exotic fruit notes. To echo the tea's layered character, the whisky was matured predominantly in sherry-seasoned American oak casks for lush vanilla, honey and soft spice, balanced with sherry-seasoned European oak and a subtle inclusion of ex-bourbon casks. In keeping with the collection's sustainable ethos, the presentation box and labels repurpose discarded waste tea leaves.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Warm, golden honey.

Nose: Ripe peach, juicy apricot and floral meadow honey, with tropical fruit, soft toffee and sweet toasted oak.

Palate: Rich and oily, with fresh orchard peaches, warm citrus zest, buttery toffee and a delicate, leafy astringency.

Finish: Complex and sweet, with fresh orchard fruit and a pleasant, tea-like dryness.

Region: Speyside  |  Style: Single Malt  |  ABV: 43.9%  |  Size: 700ml  |  Cask: Sherry-Seasoned American & European Oak, Ex-Bourbon