Encountering the Dalmore King Alexander III is like stepping into a grand hall lined with mahogany panels and history, it carries the weight of legend and the polish of royalty. This isn’t just a whisky; it’s a tribute to a king, a clan, and the art of six-cask maturation. Complex yet composed, regal but approachable, it’s the kind of dram that commands respect without needing to ask for it.

Dalmore King Alexander III 70cl
Brand: Dalmore | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 40% | Origin: Highland, Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile
Nose: Like peeling back the curtain on a stately library, red berries, vintage leather, cinnamon, dark toffee, and a wisp of cigar box spice drift through the air. There’s something both festive and deeply grounded here.
Palate: Silky and layered. Sweet raisin and stewed plum lead the way, followed by roasted almonds, chocolate orange, and hints of espresso and port-soaked fig. It rolls across the tongue like velvet and silk in motion.
Finish: Graceful and lingering. Expect traces of dried fruit, oak, and a touch of sweet smoke that sits like a royal seal on the end of a long decree.

Production Details
What sets this apart? Six cask types. Yes, six. Bourbon, Madeira, Marsala, Port, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Oloroso Sherry. It’s a masterclass in blending cask influence while maintaining harmony. The layers don’t clash, they collaborate. Each sip offers a new note, a new memory, crafted under the meticulous eye of Dalmore’s whisky architects. This isn’t complexity for complexity’s sake, it’s orchestration.

Perfect For
That once in a while occasion that feels bigger than a birthday and deeper than a toast. Pour it when you're marking something meaningful, quiet victories, timeless conversations, or the simple act of arriving at a new chapter in style.

Expert Notes
Dalmore King Alexander III is hailed as one of the most ambitious cask marriages in the industry, setting the standard for multi-cask innovation. Critics praise its elegance, balance, and depth, proof that creativity and tradition don’t have to be at odds. It’s the bottle that distillers themselves pour when they want to impress.

Customer Reviews
“Felt like I was drinking a history book, if history books were this smooth, I’d have paid more attention.”
“Rich without being showy. Every time I go back, I taste something new.”
“This is my celebration whisky. Even if I’m the only one who knows what I’m celebrating.”

Interesting Fact
This expression was created in honor of the heroic act by Clan Mackenzie’s ancestor, who saved King Alexander III from a charging stag in 1263. That act earned the family the right to bear the royal 12-pointed stag emblem which still graces every Dalmore bottle today.

Serving Suggestions
Serve it neat in a wide-rimmed glass and let it breathe. It opens up with time, unveiling layers of fruit, spice, and oak. Want more brightness? Add a few drops of water to draw out the red wine cask influence and reveal a softer, fruitier core. Best enjoyed slowly, it’s a whisky that rewards patience.

Distillery Background
Founded in 1839 on the Cromarty Firth’s northern shores, The Dalmore has always been synonymous with Highland luxury. With a legacy rooted in royal connections and exceptional cask curation, the distillery blends heritage with innovation under the guidance of Master Distiller Gregg Glass. Their motto: elevate every detail. From barley to bottle, Dalmore crafts whisky for those who live with intention and drink with discernment.