Tag: Starward whiskey

Your favourite whiskey – if it were an Italian dessert

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Gather ’round, whisky aficionados, because Starward has unveiled a festive treat that’s about to warm your heart—and your glass. Introducing Starward Panettone Whisky, a limited release that’s as much a celebration of flavour as it is of family traditions. If you’re looking for a drink that embodies the spirit of an Australian Christmas, this might just be your new holiday staple. Drawing inspiration from founder David Vitale’s Sicilian Australian heritage, this whisky captures the essence of panettone, that beloved Italian Christmas cake. It’s a rich yet delicate concoction, offering notes of sticky raisins, almonds, pineapple, and a whisper of oak. Imagine the aroma of tropical fruits from Starward’s Two-Fold blend mingling with golden syrup and toasted almonds, with just a hint of raisins—it’s like Christmas in a bottle. The magic doesn’t stop at the nose. Each sip welcomes you with fruit-forward and toasty characteristics, reminiscent of demerara, Christmas pudding, and toffee. The finish? Long and full-bodied, with lingering notes of sticky dried fruits and vanilla, as if you’ve just nibbled on a slice of the finest panettone. Starward Panettone is more than just a whisky; it’s a nod to Vitale’s cherished family gatherings, where his mother’s panettone was a festive table staple. As Vitale puts it, “Starward Panettone is a ‘raise of the glass’ to the beautiful memories made over the festive season.” It’s a whisky that invites you to create your own holiday traditions, whether you enjoy it neat, on the rocks, or stirred down in a Panettone Old Fashioned. This delightful dram is… Read More

Starward Whisky: a fusion of flavours from two worlds

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Step inside a universe where the symphony of flavours is as enchanting as a starlit night. Picture nectarine and charred pineapple, dancing in harmony with a touch of coastal peat, culminating in a smouldering dry oak finish. This is not just a whisky; it’s an extraordinary sensory journey, brought to you by Starward Single Malt Australian Whisky Finished in ex-Lagavulin Barrels. Our team had the rare privilege of visiting the Lagavulin distillery in Islay, Scotland, a place where tradition and craft come together to create truly remarkable whiskies. Sam Slaney, Starward’s Production Director, shared that “Our team was incredibly inspired by the experience in Islay. Their landscape and climate are literally worlds away from what we’re used to in our Port Melbourne distillery.” Indeed, the unique character of Lagavulin’s peated whisky, shaped by the wild beauty of Islay, has left an indelible mark on our own creation. Much like how the ever-changing Australian climate affects our maturation process, causing our barrels to contract and expand, soaking up delightful flavours from the wood. Now, for all whisky enthusiasts out there, we have some exciting news! You will have the opportunity to taste this limited release ahead of its official launch. In partnership with select venues, we will be hosting exclusive tasting events across the country. Our team will guide you through the captivating journey of Starward Single Malt Australian Whisky Finished in ex-Lagavulin Barrels. And who knows? There might even be some extra special surprises along the way! Securing your spot early is essential as this… Read More

New collectable whiskey: Starward releases Vitalis

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Celebrating 15 years with a once-off release: Starward’s giving us Vitalis. It’s seriously nice whiskey in a nice bottle – that doubles well as something you’d stick a flower in once you’ve drained it. Truly unlike any other Starward whisky, Vitalis is composed of hand selected parcels from its Port Melbourne distillery, with each of the six parcels selected based on their connection to the brand’s epic 15-year journey. Since founding Starward 15 years ago, David Vitale, has been on a mission to reach for the stars and move forward, by creating a whisky that’s bold, accessible and award-winning. Starward’s notable difference from other whiskies is its maturation of whisky in red wine barrels. Vitalis will be released via a ballot, opening on Thursday 6 October. Australian’s wishing to purchase a bottle of the collectable whisky are invited to register at starward.com.au with the whisky retailing at $199.