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The Dalmore Partners With The British Council


24th April 2025
The Dalmore announces partnership with The British Council for 19th International Architecture Exhibition at La Biennale di Venezia.

The British Pavilion (Photographer Taran Wilkhu)

The Dalmore Single Malt Whisky has announced a distinguished new partnership with the British Council as a Supporting Partner of the British Pavilion at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia in 2025. This collaboration reinforces The Dalmore’s deep-rooted commitment to the worlds of art, design, and architectural innovation—an ethos brought to life through its acclaimed Luminary Series.

The Luminary Series is a trilogy of rare, limited-edition whiskies co-created by visionary figures from both whisky-making and architectural design. Conceived in collaboration with V&A Dundee—Scotland’s design museum—this series merges the expertise of The Dalmore’s master distillers with the creativity of celebrated architects to craft extraordinary Single Malts and accompanying sculptural works.

By partnering with the British Council and the British Pavilion at the globally renowned Venice Biennale, The Dalmore is extending its support for the international design and architecture community. This new alliance not only complements the spirit of the Luminary Series but also marks a pivotal moment with the unveiling of the third and final edition—Luminary No.3 2025 Edition—set to debut in Venice in the lead-up to the Biennale, watch this space for more info on the Luminary No.3 2025 Edition.

Held biennially in Venice, Italy, La Biennale is one of the world’s foremost architecture exhibitions, featuring a central curated Pavilion and 29 national showcases. The event spotlights innovative responses to pressing social, technological, and environmental challenges and has featured some of the most revered names in architecture—including previous Luminary collaborators Kengo Kuma Associates and Zaha Hadid Architects.

Curated by Cave-bureau co-founders Kabage Karanja and Stella Mutegi, alongside Owen Hopkins and Professor Kathryn Yusoff, the 2025 British Pavilion—led by the British Council—will explore the theme Architecture as an Earth Practice, championing cutting-edge British design on the global stage.

Although 2025 marks The Dalmore’s first year as an official Supporting Partner, the brand previously supported British Pavilion vernissages in 2023, as well as the International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia.

In celebration of this new chapter, The Dalmore will host an exclusive launch event in Venice to unveil The Luminary Series No.3 2025 Edition—revealing its latest whisky, sculpture, and creative collaborator ahead of the Biennale’s official opening.

Steven Pearson, Chief Marketing Officer, The Dalmore said: "This partnership perfectly aligns with the aims of The Dalmore and The Luminary Series. Supporting the British Council and British Pavilion at the Venice Architecture Biennale allows us to further our commitment to support pioneering talent and creativity. The British Council’s ethos of cross-cultural collaboration is mirrored in our own approach to whisky making and our sponsorship represents a shared commitment to shine a light and support creative talents."

"The British Pavilion has always been a platform for showcasing the boldest and most thought-provoking ideas in contemporary architecture, design and art. This year, with the support of The Dalmore, we are able to expand our vision and bring new perspectives to the global stage. Together, we are championing cross-disciplinary collaboration and the power of design to shape a better future," said Sevra Davis, Director of Architecture, Design and Fashion at the British Council and Commissioner of the British Pavilion.


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