The Dalmore Highland Single Malt has unveiled the third chapter of its prestigious Luminary Series. The extraordinary new edition was created in partnership with architect Ben Dobbin, Senior Partner at renowned firm Foster + Partners.
At its official unveil in Venice, The Dalmore showcased a unique fusion of whisky-making mastery and architectural innovation. The Dalmore Luminary 2025 Edition – The Rare is an exceptionally rare 52-Year-Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky, presented in a specially crafted decanter and housed within a striking bronze sculpture designed by Dobbin.
Known for his work on Apple Park and the revitalisation of San Francisco’s Transamerica Pyramid, Dobbin brings a bold, design-forward approach to the series, with a piece inspired by the principles of tensegrity – creating a sense of the whisky being suspended in time.
A Convergence Of Design And Craftsmanship
(L-R): Richard Paterson OBE, Master Distiller, The Dalmore with Luminary No.3, Ben Dobbin of Foster + Partners and Gregg Glass, Master Whisky Maker, The Dalmore, pictured with The Dalmore Luminary 2025 Edition – The Rare.
This limited-edition release has been created in collaboration with V&A Dundee, Scotland’s design museum, further strengthening The Dalmore’s ongoing commitment to celebrating creativity across disciplines.
The sculpture features asymmetrical waves and rods, carefully engineered to reflect flow, precision, and balance – qualities Dobbin shares with The Dalmore’s master whisky makers, Richard Paterson OBE and Gregg Glass.
“The partnership has been an authentic, creative process,” said Dobbin. “Visiting The Dalmore’s distillery and engaging with the team profoundly influenced my design. We explored materiality, sense of place, and the timeless nature of both architecture and whisky.”
The whisky itself is a showcase of The Dalmore’s rich heritage and innovation, with flavours and aromas inspired by Dobbin’s own preferences. Crafted with exacting attention to detail, it stands as a testament to the enduring artistry of Scotch whisky making.
“This collaboration adds a new dimension to the Luminary Series,” noted Paterson. “It highlights what can be achieved when creative forces from different fields unite with purpose.”
The Dalmore Luminary 2025 Edition – The Rare is being offered at auction through Sotheby’s Hong Kong, with bidding closing on 16 May. All proceeds will be donated to V&A Dundee to support design and innovation initiatives.
(Images: The Dalmore)
