Macallan The Harmony Collection Jing Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 43,9%

A British tea company from China meets a Scottish distillery from Speyside. Macallan and Jing Tea set out to find what Phoenix Honey Orchid Oolong and the complexity of sherry casks have in common — and found more than either perhaps expected.

Expert description

Macallan Harmony Collection Jing is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky bottled at 43.9%, created in collaboration with Jing Tea. The whisky is inspired by Phoenix Honey Orchid Tea — an oolong tea from the mountain range of the same name in China's Guangdong province. Harmony Collection Jing is the fifth release in the series and combines Macallan's cask maturation with the world of tea sensory.

The result is a whisky with an unexpected floral-fruit complexity — something between the classic depth of sherry and the light, floral character of tea. A whisky that is fun to taste and even more fun to discuss.

Tasting notes

Nose

Summery peach and apricot with the heady sweetness of floral honey. Tropical fruits, toffee and sweet oak. Red currants and raspberries, followed by dried dates and light orange peel.

Palate

Fresh peaches in rich syrup with warm citrus and toffee. Light floral notes leading to a delicate leafy astringency. Ginger and clove with milk tea warmth, soft vanilla and polished oak.

Finish

Fruity, sweet and complex. Baking spices with soft pepper, aromatic clove and cassia. Light cocoa and a faint espresso note at the close.

Specifications

Name: Macallan Harmony Collection Jing
Distillery: Macallan
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 43.9%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 5010314314064

Flavour profile

Floral · Fruity · Tea-inspired · Complex sweetness

Did you know?

Phoenix Honey Orchid Tea, which inspired this whisky, is grown on high mountain slopes in China's Guangdong province and is one of the most sought-after and expensive oolong teas in the world.

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Frequently asked questions about Macallan Harmony Collection Jing

What is Jing Tea, and what does tea have to do with whisky?

Jing Tea is a British tea company specialising in premium tea. Macallan and Jing came together to find the flavour and aroma crossover between tea production and whisky maturation, and the result is Harmony Collection Jing — a whisky designed to evoke the complexity of tea sensory.

What does Macallan Harmony Jing taste like?

The nose is floral and fruity with peach, apricot and honey, along with tropical fruit and toffee. The palate starts fresh and fruity and ends with ginger, clove and a fine milk tea sensation. The finish is long with baking spices, cocoa and a faint espresso note.

Is this a good whisky for tea lovers?

Yes — the Jing collaboration means the whisky has a genuinely tea-inspired complexity that is recognisable to tea lovers. The floral and lightly astringent character is more prominent than in most whiskies and provides an interesting perspective from another drinks tradition.

Is Harmony Jing a limited edition?

Yes — Harmony Collection Jing is the fifth release in the Harmony series and is issued as a limited edition. Availability is not unlimited.

How should Harmony Jing be served?

Try it at room temperature, perhaps with very little water. The floral and tea-inspired notes are at their best at natural temperature without ice.

What cask type is used in Harmony Jing?

Macallan does not specify the cask type for the Jing edition specifically, but the Harmony Collection generally uses sherry seasoned oak casks as the primary maturation vessel.