Inspired by Intense Arabica is said to be reminiscent of a sweet-yet-strong espresso coffee and has a higher ABV of 44%, while Smooth Arabica offers the flavours of a gently spiced and soft americano, and rests at an ABV of 40%.

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Bremner commented: “Exploring the world of coffee with our masters in the industry, who shared their knowledge, creativity and love for their art, was both an education and an inspiration. The Macallan whisky maker Steven Bremner has created the ‘intensely flavoured’ whiskies to pair with coffee, having been inspired by the Ethiopian Arabica coffee bean. This special edition Macallan has a very bold, complex flavor profile. On the nose, you get strong caramel and toffee, but also dark fruits, plums, and spices. To create the whisky, Bremner selected a combination of American and European oak casks to achieve the distinctive notes offered by the single malts.The new limited annual release series features two new single malt whiskies: The Macallan Harmony Collection Inspired by Intense Arabica for domestic markets, and Smooth Arabica for global travel retail. Each expression has been paired with two different variations of Ethiopian coffee, which accentuate the unique tasting notes within the whisky when enjoyed side by side, creating a new sensorial experience of The Macallan,” Bremner concluded. The second release in The Harmony Collection continues to explore Macallan's deep-rooted connection to the natural world. Finish:Heavy, bold finish with deep caramel and spices What are Macallan Harmony Collection – Intense Arabica’s strongest attributes/flavors? The Macallan Whisky Maker Steven Bremner created inspired by Intense Arabica and hosted a masterclass at The Macallan Estate to immerse himself in the world of coffee.

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To create the coffee-inspired second edition of The Harmony Collection, I sought out intense notes in The Macallan’s traditional sherry seasoned European oak casks that would offer the rich and satisfying elements of coffee, with the influence of Sherry-seasoned American oak casks adding sweeter and softer vanilla notes for a balanced and rounded experience,” he said. UK-based coffee artist Dhan Tamang crafted a range of coffee art, sharing his knowledge on the art of the perfect coffee serve and sensory perceptions, while leading coffee historian Professor Jonathan Morris provided an insight into the roots of coffee and how it has become the global phenomenon it is today. Bremner immersed himself in the art of coffee by hosting a masterclass with world-renowned coffee experts at The Macallan Estate. He explored the journey from field to cup, uncovering the unique process and distinct flavour profiles at each stage. Among the coffee masters who shared their knowledge with Bremner were: Ethiopian coffee grower Kenean Asefa Dukamo, whose family works with the Arabica variety showcased by the whiskies; Scottish coffee roaster Lisa Lawson, a pioneer of speciality coffee in Scotland; and award-winning American barista Andrea Allen, renowned for creating coffee experiences. The Macallan enlisted the help of award-winning American barista Andrea Allen to advise on the processInspired by Intense Arabica will be available at The Macallan Estate Bar, The Macallan Online Boutique and in premium retailers, bars and restaurants around the world from October 2022. If you’ve got the extra money and are looking for a unique blend of flavors, the Macallan Harmony Collection – Intense Arabica edition will make a nice addition to your bar.