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Starward Left Field Single Malt

malty fresh
3.5
(3)€30Australia, Single Malt

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Starward set out to make whisky that tastes like Melbourne. Every grain of barley comes from within a day's drive of the distillery. The spirit then rests in barrels that once held Australian red wine, a choice that shapes everything you taste. There is ripe cherry here, a brush of nutmeg, and soft pear that keeps things bright. Sweet oak and vanilla round out the finish without weighing it down. It is an approachable malt with a fruity, modern heart. Pour it neat and let the wine-cask character open up. This is Australian whisky with a clear point of view.

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Starward

Starward is an award-winning Australian distillery known for its high-quality whisky made from locally sourced ingredients. Founded in 2007 in Melbourne, Starward uses Australian barley malted and mashed with water from the Grampians mountain range. The resulting mash is fermented using a proprietary yeast strain, distilled in copper pot stills, and aged in unique casks including ex-bourbon, Australian wine, and fortified wine barrels. The maturation process gives Starward whisky its rich, reddish color and depth of flavor. Starward is a leader in the Australian whisky scene, enjoyed by whisky lovers worldwide.

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About the Starward Left Field Single Malt

Starward Left Field Single Malt is an Australian single malt whisky made in Melbourne. Starward built its name in Australia by maturing whisky in local red wine barrels. That choice gives this malt its fruity, modern signature. The distillery sits in Port Melbourne, minutes from the city centre. Starward sources every ingredient from within a day's drive. The barley is local, and so are the barrels. These casks once held Australian red wine before holding spirit. That close-to-home approach is the heart of the brand. The team treats the city itself as part of the recipe. The red wine influence shows up clearly in the glass. Expect ripe cherry and a touch of tropical fruit on the nose. A little nutmeg and gentle spice add depth. The palate stays bright with pear and a malty backbone. There is a soft berry sweetness running through it. The finish leans on sweet oak and warm vanilla. A faint tannic grip reminds you of the wine barrels. Floral notes drift through and keep it fresh. Nothing here feels heavy or overworked. The texture is smooth and gentle from first sip to last. Starward Left Field Single Malt suits both newcomers and seasoned drinkers. It is an easygoing introduction to Australian single malt whisky. The wine-cask character makes it stand apart from Scotch. Enjoy it neat to let the fruit shine. This is a whisky with a strong sense of place. Melbourne is in every glass. The wine casks give it a bright, modern personality.