{"product_id":"macallan-harmony-collection-rich-cacao","title":"The Macallan Harmony Collection Rich Cacao Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky — 2021 Inaugural Harmony Release, 88 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Cacao Brown: #3d2314 | Sustainable Cream: #fdf5e6 | Sherry Gold: #c5a059 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #c5a059; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #3d2314; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #c5a059; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box: Gradient from Dark Cacao to Earthy Cream representing the sustainable packaging *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a1a1a 0%, #2b1a10 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #333; border-left: 4px solid #c5a059; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #3d2314; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Tan *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #8e7a64; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 THE HARMONY INAUGURAL --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eThe Macallan Harmony Collection Rich Cacao (2021)\u003c\/span\u003e is the structural foundation of a new era for the distillery. As the inaugural release in the sustainability-focused Harmony Collection, Rich Cacao represents a profound collaboration between The Macallan and Jordi Roca of the legendary \u003cem\u003eCasa Cacao\u003c\/em\u003e. This expression is a chiseled study in sensory synergy, utilizing hand-selected sherry-seasoned oak to naturally evoke the deep, bitter aromatics of single-origin chocolate without a single drop of artificial additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE SUSTAINABLE DISTINCTION) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eThe Harmony Collection is defined by its circular-economy philosophy, merging high-tier Highland distillation with innovative agricultural byproduct repurposing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCacao Husk Packaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e In collaboration with Italian paper specialist Favini, the 100% recyclable presentation box is crafted using husks from cacao pods, a natural byproduct of the chocolate-making process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate-Driven Blending:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whisky Maker Polly Logan specifically curated European and American sherry-seasoned oak to foreground notes of cocoa nib, vanilla, and dates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInaugural Legacy:\u003c\/strong\u003e As the first bottling in the series, Rich Cacao established the structural framework for subsequent releases like \u003cem\u003eIntense Arabica\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eAmber Meadow\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate and raisin. Developing layers of cocoa nib, vanilla, and faint coffee emerge alongside toasted oak, dried fruit, and soft baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-full bodied and texturally rich. A front of dark chocolate and sherry transitions into a mid-palate of developed vanilla, honey, and honeyed oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming. A signature closing of lingering chocolate and soft oak with the persistent fruit-and-spice hold characteristic of elite Speyside maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color: #8e7a64;\"\u003eThe Collection Apex\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eRich Cacao is the \"Genesis Bottling\" of the Harmony vertical. Within the Macallan hierarchy, it sits alongside the \u003cem\u003eRare Cask\u003c\/em\u003e as a flavor-led thematic release, distinguished by its sustainability-first presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8e7a64; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that defines the absolute peak of the whiskey-chocolate sensory bridge.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe Macallan Distillery, Craigellachie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHarmony Collection (Inaugural 2021 Release)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinemaker Partner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJordi Roca (Casa Cacao)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCask Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSherry-Seasoned European \u0026amp; American Oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e88 Proof \/ 44% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFavini Cacao-Husk Recyclable Board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Macallan Rich Cacao is a high-conviction acquisition for vertical collectors of the Harmony series. As the founding domestic release, it carries a significant first-edition premium that subsequent releases have yet to challenge. Its unique combination of culinary collaboration and environmental innovation makes it a standout asset in the modern luxury Scotch market. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label integrity and includes the original cacao-husk presentation box. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure investment-grade reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the profound chocolate integration and allow the cocoa aromatics to bloom, enjoy this whisky \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. For the intended Harmony experience, \u003cstrong\u003epair specifically with high-quality single-origin dark chocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e (70% cocoa or higher) or chocolate-based desserts. A few drops of water may be added to unlock the secondary coffee and raisin notes, though it is best enjoyed in its natural, concentrated state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Macallan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44950307176482,"sku":"10812066024251","price":239.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/MAC-2021-The-Harmony-Collection-Rich-Cacao-Bottle--Pack-Shot-Left-WEB-xl.jpg?v=1779915357","url":"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/macallan-harmony-collection-rich-cacao","provider":"Midnight Whiskey ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}