Classification: Single Malt Aged in Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, & Pinot Noir Cask Barrels
Company: Starward Whisky
Distillery: New World Whisky Distillery
Release Date: Ongoing
Proof: 82
Age: 2 Years
Mashbill: 100% Malt
Color: Light Amber
MSRP: $50 (2020)
Red grapes | Malt | Roses | Sugar coated gumdrops | Light oak | Overall light but effective
Shiraz | Strawberry | Cranberry | Cherry | Sweet
Dark grape | Oak | Mild smoke | Tempered bitterness | Dry | Winey aftertaste
If a whisky from Australia somehow isn’t enough to catch your attention, a single malt that’s aged in three different wine casks definitely might. This 2 year old single malt doesn’t necessarily hide its age well, but instead uses it as an accent note against its more prevalent wine finishing influence. Light and sweet overall, this whiskey puts forth a very fruit-forward flavor profile. Its finish can take a few sips to get acclimated to, as it finishes like a dry wine. Well suited for wine lovers looking to venture into whiskey, or whiskey drinkers looking for more in-your-face fruit notes in their whiskey.