Starward is an Australian distillery founded by David Vitale, who started with a simple vision - to create a distinctive Australian whisky worthy of offering to the world. The distillery is based in Port Melbourne, just 10 minutes from the city centre, close to the Yarra River and Hobsons Bay, making strategic use of the area's unique microclimate. Starward has built a reputation for 'Taking whisky to new horizons', making a clear statement about its innovative approach to production.
One of the distillery's key characteristics is its emphasis on local ingredients - all ingredients are sourced from within a day's drive of the distillery. Their exceptional process involves maturing the whisky in Australian wine casks, taking advantage of Melbourne's dynamic weather, which greatly influences the maturation process. The distillery's portfolio includes, amongst others, Two-Fold Wheat & Single Malt Whisky, which is designed to stand out both when consumed straight and in mixed drinks.
Fot its efforts, the distillery was named a "Most Awarded International Distillery" in 2024.