Encomium
The Macallan, in partnership with Rare Port Harcourt and Life by Lifestyle, recently hosted Amber Hour: An Evening with The Macallan, bringing together professionals, entrepreneurs, creatives and cultural contributors for an evening of connection, conversation and whisky appreciation in Port Harcourt.
Held at Life by Lifestyle, the gathering reflected a growing appetite for curated social experiences that celebrate culture, community and meaningful engagement.
Guests were taken through a guided whisky-tasting experience by The Macallan Brand Ambassador, Port Harcourt, Omodolapo Olaiwole, who shared insights into the brand’s heritage, craftsmanship and distinctive expressions, creating an immersive experience for attendees.
Speaking on the significance of the collaboration, Juliet David-West II, representing the Rare Port Harcourt’s founding quartet, said the event was designed to create a space where people could connect through shared experiences and meaningful conversations.
“At Rare, we believe meaningful experiences have the power to shape how people connect with one another and how a city is experienced. Amber Hour brought together professionals, creatives and cultural contributors in a setting that celebrated conversation, craftsmanship and community,” she said, noting that the partnership aligns with Rare Port Harcourt’s mission to spotlight the people, ideas and experiences shaping the city while creating opportunities for deeper engagement within its growing professional and creative community.
Idorenyin Emmanson, Brand Manager, Edrington Portfolio, Nigeria, said the collaboration reflects The Macallan’s commitment to creating memorable experiences that bring people together around shared values of quality, craftsmanship and excellence. She added that beyond showcasing the brand, the event provided an opportunity to engage consumers in a more meaningful and immersive way.
For The Macallan, Amber Hour reflected the brand’s longstanding commitment to craftsmanship and meaningful connection. Through curated experiences such as this, the brand continues to create opportunities for consumers to engage with its heritage and values in a way that extends beyond the glass.
