Starward Nova is Australian whisky at its most vibrant, sunlit, bold, and shaped by the coastlines and wine country of Melbourne. Opening the bottle feels like stepping into a bustling urban winery: red fruits in the air, toasted oak, and warm Australian breeze weaving through every aroma. With this 2-bottle set, you’re bringing home Starward’s signature expression, fresh, fruit-driven, and unmistakably modern.

Starward Nova Single Malt Whisky (2 Bottles)
Brand: Starward | Category: Single Malt Whisky | ABV: 41% | Origin: Melbourne, Australia | Volume: 2 x 70cl

Tasting Profile
Nose: Bright and fruity. Notes of red berries, plum, wine-soaked oak, vanilla, and soft spice rise with juicy freshness.
Palate: Smooth, warm, and wine-rich. Flavors of raspberry compote, baking spice, caramel, toasted malt, and dried fruit unfold with vibrant Australian character.
Finish: Medium-long, soft, and gently spiced. Red fruit, oak, and vanilla linger with a mellow, wine-kissed glow.

Production Details
Nova is matured exclusively in Australian red wine barrels, taken fresh from local wineries producing Shiraz, Cabernet, and Pinot Noir. The barrels are not scraped or charred, preserving the vibrant wine influence. Melbourne’s wild temperature swings accelerate aging, creating a whisky with bold fruit, lively spice, and youthful energy. This is terroir-driven whisky at its most expressive.

Perfect For
Modern whisky drinkers, wine lovers, creative cocktails, gatherings, and anyone curious about world whisky with a fresh twist. Perfect for highballs, whisky sours, or sipping neat on warm evenings.

Expert Notes
Critics praise Nova for its red-wine complexity and juicy fruit profile. It’s often highlighted as one of the most innovative single malts on the global stage, accessible, flavorful, and proudly Australian.

Customer Reviews
"Fruity and fun. The red wine barrels make it so unique."
"Smooth, bright, and great in cocktails. A total crowd-pleaser."
"Two bottles is perfect. This runs out fast at parties."

Interesting Fact
Starward exclusively uses wine barrels sourced within driving distance of the distillery, part of their mission to create a truly Australian whisky grounded in local flavor.

Serving Suggestions
Enjoy neat or with a splash of water to open the fruit. Excellent in a whisky highball with soda and an orange twist. Also shines in a red-wine–inspired Manhattan or Old Fashioned.

Distillery Background
Founded in 2007, Starward set out to redefine whisky by embracing Melbourne’s climate and Australia’s rich wine culture. Their philosophy is simple: create whisky that pairs beautifully with food, friends, and real-life moments. Nova embodies that mission, fruit-forward, modern, and unmistakably Australian.