Starward Whisky Named World's Best

The San Francisco World Spirits Competition has named Starward whisky as the world's best for 2024, underscoring the growing prominence of Australia's spirits industry on the global stage. Starward was also recognized as the "Most Awarded International Distillery of the Year" for the second time in the event's 22-year history, reinforcing Australia's reputation as an innovative and emerging player in the spirits industry.

Starward's success, with eight platinum, 13 double gold, and 13 gold medals, highlights the unique qualities of its Melbourne-made whiskies, aged in wine barrels sourced from nearby wineries. Founder David Vitale credits Melbourne's climate, which accelerates the aging process, allowing their whisky to mature in three years—a fraction of the time required elsewhere.

The recognition of Starward whisky points to a larger trend in the spirits industry, where premiumisation and a shift towards more diverse and frequent whisky consumption are driving growth. The Australian Distillers Association CEO, Paul McLeay, emphasizes the economic potential of the industry, especially if the government implements supportive policies, such as halting the excise indexation, which would provide more certainty for investment in aged spirits.

The success of Australian whisky, exemplified by Starward, mirrors the trajectory of Australian wine and has the potential to significantly boost the nation's economy if the right regulatory and taxation reforms are implemented.

You can get your hands on Starward Two-Fold Double Grain Australian Whisky for just $68.99 online now!