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The collaboration treated select guests to a memorable degustation featuring The Macallan Harmony Collection
The Macallan Harmony Collection is a whisky with rich cacao notes, a fact that became all the more obvious when paired with chocolates. So when The Macallan was looking for a chef to collaborate with on this particular whisky, no one fits the bill better than Chef Nathalie Arbefeuille who is renowned for her desserts.
No surprise that the star of the beautifully curated lunch at The Slate for guests of The Macallan was the dessert degustation complete with customised bon bons that were elevated when paired with the limited edition whisky.
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In addition, Arbefeuille took a leaf from The Harmony Collection's sustainable approach—the box that holds the bottle is made of cacao husk—by sourcing as much of the produce locally as possible.
Tatler catches up with the talented chef to find out more about the special collaboration.
How would you describe The Macallan Harmony Collection?
The Macallan Harmony Collection is well balanced with a rich cacao flavour and it pairs exceptionally well with the right chocolate and flavour characteristics. As I was customising the bon bons to pair with the whisky, I aimed for complementary flavours that will highlight the liquid's key notes: cinnamon, vanilla, date, honey and chocolate.
Why did you decide to work with The Macallan on The Harmony Collection?
Creating dishes around specific key notes is an exciting challenge. It pushes me out of my boundaries and allows me to experiment with new techniques and flavours.
What makes this partnership special for you?
I truly enjoy projects that push me to create something new; there is nothing more exciting than working around the association of flavours and tastes. Plus, how can I not feel honoured to have been chosen to create a menu that is associated with The Macallan Harmony Collection? It is so exclusive and delicate. Also, the strong affinity that drew me to The Macallan stems from our common values toward sustainability, fair trade and, above all, our commitment to sourcing the best ingredients to use in our creations.
