Pierre Hermé

A delicate macaron combining the floral notes of rose, sweet vanilla, and spicy clove, inspired by Jean-Michel Duriez's interpretation of the scent of carnations.
This elegant creation blends three enchanting aromas—rose, vanilla, and clove—into one poetic bite. Inspired by perfumer Jean-Michel Duriez’s interpretation of carnation, this macaron delivers a soft floral lift, a warm spiced undertone, and the signature refinement of Pierre Hermé. If you love ethereal flavour profiles, this is one to savour slowly.
The pairing of rose and vanilla is already beautifully classic, but the addition of clove adds a surprising depth—almost like a warm breeze passing through a garden in early spring. You’ll alternate rose-tinted shells with vanilla-dusted ones, creating a gorgeous two-tone presentation perfect for gifting, tea-time, or an elegant dessert table.
These macarons use the Italian meringue method, giving you stable, glossy shells with that ideal chewy-crisp balance. The rose shells are lightly tinted, while the vanilla shells use fragrant vanilla powder. Allow both to rest until matte—this helps form their iconic feet during baking.
Expect shells with a smooth top, delicate structure, and just enough sturdiness to hold the lush buttercream inside.
At the heart of this macaron is a perfumed buttercream made with:
The result is a cloud-light filling with floral warmth and spiced sophistication.
Every bite layers the senses:
It’s balanced, not overpowering—perfect for those who love subtle yet expressive desserts.
Pair each rose shell with a vanilla shell for an elegant colour contrast, pipe a generous swirl of buttercream, and finish with a gentle press. After resting, the texture will turn supple and luxurious—just as a macaron should be.
Whether you’re crafting a luxurious gift box or preparing a dessert for an afternoon tea, this macaron feels like stepping into a quiet blooming garden. It’s delicate, captivating, and full of character—an ode to floral patisserie at its finest.
A delicate macaron combining the floral notes of rose, sweet vanilla, and spicy clove, inspired by Jean-Michel Duriez's interpretation of the scent of carnations.

Prepare the macaron shells at least a day in advance for best texture.
Ensure the Italian meringue is at the correct temperature for stability.
Let the macarons mature in the fridge for 24 hours for optimal flavor.
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Sift the icing sugar and almond powder together.
Mix the food coloring into half of the egg whites and combine gently with the dry ingredients.
Boil mineral water and granulated sugar to 118°C.
Start whipping the remaining egg whites when the syrup reaches 115°C.
Pour the hot syrup over the whipped egg whites and whip until cooled to 50°C.
Fold into the almond-sugar mixture, deflating the batter slightly.
Pipe rounds about 3.5 cm in diameter on lined trays and tap to flatten.
Let shells dry at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
Repeat the same method as for the rose shells, incorporating vanilla powder instead of food coloring.
Dry for at least 30 minutes before baking.
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan.
Bake for 12 minutes, opening the oven door briefly twice during baking to release humidity.
Slide the parchment onto the counter to cool.
Bring mineral water and sugar to 121°C.
When syrup reaches 115°C, begin whipping the egg whites and sugar to soft peaks.
Pour the syrup slowly into the egg whites while whipping, and whip until cool.
Bring the milk, vanilla, and cloves to a boil, then infuse covered for 30 minutes.
Strain the milk.
Whisk yolks and sugar until light, then pour in the infused milk.
Cook gently to 85°C, blend, and cool while whisking.
Whip the butter until creamy.
Add the cooled crème anglaise, rose extract, and rose syrup.
Fold in the Italian meringue.
Transfer to a piping bag.
Pipe the buttercream onto the rose macaron shells.
Sandwich with the vanilla macaron shells, pressing lightly.
Refrigerate for 24 hours, then bring to room temperature 2 hours before serving.
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Serving Size: 1 macaron
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