Macallan The Harmony Collection / Jing Inspired By Organic Cherrywood Lapsang Tea

Jing is the fifth release in an annual series from Macallan titled The Harmony Collection. Jing release introduces two Limited Edition expressions: Inspired By Phoenix Honey Orchid Tea and Inspired By Organic Cherrywood Lapsang Tea.
Jing is a collaboration between Macallan Whisky Mastery Team and with JING Tea, curators of some of the world's most distinctive and fine single garden teas.
Jing ‘Inspired By Organic Cherrywood Lapsang Tea’ is an exquisite Single Malt Whisky matured in a combination of sherry seasoned European and American oak casks, with a whisp of smoke delivered from hand selected casks to reflect the innovative addition of cherrywood smoke to the tea leaves that inspires this release.
By focusing on sustainable packaging and in homage to the world of tea, Jing is presented in a 100% recyclable and biodegradable box which marks this deep connection with the land; waste tea leaves deemed unsuitable for consumption have been thoughtfully incorporated in the paper of the presentation box.

Tasting Notes

• Nose:     Rich toffee and dates with warming spice, bursts of ripe berries and charred citrus peel, all enveloped with an aromatic charred oak smoke.
• Taste:    Creamy toffee and rich citrus with vibrant oak spices, sweet and malty follow with a whisp of smoke to finish.
• Finish:    Creamy and sweet aromatic oak.

The Macallan was one of the first distillers in Scotland to be legally licensed. Since then, Macallan has built a reputation as one of the world’s leading single malt whiskies. The creation of The Macallan draws on the vital contributing influences of Spain, North America and Scotland - and of their respective natural raw materials, combined with traditional methods and craftsmanship.
The Macallan distillery was founded by Alexander Reid, a barley farmer and school teacher. The original name of the area was “Maghellan”, taken from the Gaelic word “magh”, meaning fertile ground and “Ellan”, from the Monk St.Fillan - who held a close association with the church that stood in the grounds of The Macallan Estate until 1400. Farmers had been making whisky on their Speyside farms in the area for centuries, using their surplus barley during the quieter winter months.