Born and bred in Melbourne, Starward was inspired to create a spirit that reflects Its home town – from its culture to its famed ‘four seasons in a day’ temperature swings. It is a city surrounded by some of Australia’s leading wine regions – all within a day’s drive and is regarded as the microbrewing capital of Australia.
It seems obvious now that all the ingredients for a modern Australian whisky were close by, but in 2007, when we first started, the idea of an approachable, affordable Australian whisky – served neat or as a cocktail with food – was a big leap of faith.
While Australia had a well established small-scale ultra-premium whisky scene, Starward pioneered an affordable, approachable and distinctly Australian whisky exclusively matured in Australian wine barrels.
The result is Starward. A modern Australian whisky, elementally matured for three “Melbourne years,” that pushes the boundaries of what whisky can be.
Starward Nova Miniature
Our signature single malt.
Nova borrows from tradition but breaks away from it too.
Starward Fortis Miniature
Starward Old Fashioned Cocktail
Starward Coffee Old Fashioned Cocktail
Starward (New) Old Fashioned Cocktail
Starward Two Fold
- Nose: Bright red berries coated in buttery vanilla spice.
- Palate: Imagine a smooth, rich caramel dessert balanced by tropical fruit.
- Finish: Delicate and long. A delicious, dry finish from a faded sweetness.