{"product_id":"the-dalmore-king-alexander-iii","title":"The Dalmore King Alexander III","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Dalmore Distillery was founded in 1839 by Alexander Matheson in Alness, located on Scotland’s Cromarty Firth. In 1867, it became associated with the Clan Mackenzie, adopting the iconic 12‑point Royal Stag emblem. Today owned by Whyte \u0026amp; Mackay (Alliance Global), it’s renowned for its luxurious sherry and multi-cask finishing program and premium single malt expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaster Distiller and Production Philosophy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eCrafted under the guidance of Master Whisky Maker Gregg Glass (alongside master blender Richard Paterson OBE), King Alexander III reflects a philosophy of precision blending and creative cask curation. It uses six distinct cask types to deliver harmony, depth, and elegant finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSource of Ingredients (Grain, Water, Yeast)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eProduced from 100% malted Scottish barley. Water is drawn from the River Averon (fed by Loch Morie), and fermentation uses traditional yeast strains. These factors contribute to The Dalmore’s hallmark silky texture and fruit-forward balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillation Process\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe spirit is distilled in eight copper pot stills—four wash (one double sized) and four spirit stills with water-jacketed necks and shell-tube condensers—designed to maximize reflux and yield a refined, medium-bodied Highland malt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaturation \u0026amp; Cask Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eInitial maturation occurs in American oak ex-bourbon casks. The whisky is then finished in six curated cask types: Matusalem Oloroso sherry butts, port pipes, Madeira, Marsala, Cabernet Sauvignon wine barriques, and bourbon barrels. These are married to create a rich, multi-layered profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Bright red berries, passion fruit, crème caramel, vanilla, and nutty oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Citrus zest, almond, crème brûlée, vanilla, with honeyed raisins and subtle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Long and warming—cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, dried citrus peel, toffee and nutmeg echo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePairs beautifully with rich desserts like crème brûlée, citrus fruit tarts, almond cake or biscotti. Also excellent alongside dried fruit platters, smoked duck, or goat cheese with honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eServing Suggestions and Ideal Glassware\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBest enjoyed neat or with a few drops of spring water in a Glencairn or tulip glass. Serve at 15–18 °C. A gentle swirl helps to open up spice and fruit aromatics. Avoid ice to preserve layered complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eStore upright in a cool, dark place. With an established blended profile and 40% ABV, further bottle aging will yield minimal evolution. Best enjoyed within 1–2 years once opened for peak aromatic freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrain Type \u0026amp; Mash Bill (if applicable)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSingle malt Scotch whisky—100% malted barley; unpeated; matured in ex-bourbon, sherry, port, Madeira, Marsala, and Cabernet Sauvignon casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e40%\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Telford","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922279284950,"sku":null,"price":2189.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/TheDalmoreKingAlexanderIII.png?v=1773668198","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/the-dalmore-king-alexander-iii","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}