| Brand | Dalmore |
| Region | Highland, Scotland |
| Spirits Type | Whisky |
| Spirits Style | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.2% |
Product details
The Dalmore Luminary No. 3 17 Year Old is an extraordinary single malt that celebrates the artistry of multi-cask maturation and visionary design. Created in partnership with Scotland’s renowned design museum, V&A Dundee, and acclaimed architect Ben Dobbin of Foster + Partners, this 2025 Edition embodies both tradition and innovation. Limited to just 20,000 bottles worldwide, it stands as a testament to The Dalmore’s unwavering commitment to craftsmanship. Master Whisky Maker Gregg Glass and legendary Master Distiller Richard Paterson OBE worked hand-in-hand with Ben Dobbin to craft not only the whisky itself but also the bespoke presentation case, which reflects Foster + Partners’ clean architectural aesthetic. The whisky’s journey begins in American white oak ex-bourbon barrels, then evolves through an ambitious finishing process in seven distinct cask types, including rare vintage and aged Calvados, Matusalem and Apostoles sherry, and select red wine casks from Bordeaux and Châteauneuf-du-Pape, alongside fully matured American oak.
The result is a complex, multi-layered Highland single malt of remarkable depth and poise. The nose opens with vibrant orchard fruits, layered with Madagascan vanilla, cinnamon, and delicate rose water. On the palate, it reveals a rich tapestry of butterscotch, red apples, tarte tatin, dark cacao, and liquorice, accented by Seville orange, cardamom, and green tea that build a nuanced, warming character. The finish is elegant and long, unfolding notes of dried apricots, ripe blackberries, freshly baked brioche, and soft cassia bark. Best savored neat or with a splash of water to reveal its full complexity, Luminary No. 3 pairs beautifully with dark chocolate truffles, roasted duck with orange glaze, or aged hard cheeses. Presented in striking special-edition packaging designed by Foster + Partners, this collectible release captures the spirit of creative collaboration and The Dalmore’s mastery of cask artistry in every drop.
