Starward launched in 2013, capturing hearts and palates with their uniquely Australian whisky and ‘no airs and graces’ attitude. Their first whisky was made from locally grown barley, aged in Australian wine barrels, and matured with Melbourne’s dynamic weather. Owner David…
The Australian spirits industry is growing by leaps and bounds. Recognising the excellence in this industry is the Australian Distilled Spirits Awards, hosted by the Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria. As it happens, when awards showcase the best spirits from…
Starward exceeded our expectations with a special preview of their new bar and distillery. The award-winning whisky producers are now conveniently closer to the city in their new Port Melbourne home. The interior is industrial chic with sturdy wood tables, copper…
We’ve got it all for you in November. Craft markets. Outdoor films. An espresso martini festival. There’s also a party called ‘Choose Your Own Queer Adventure’, alongside the annual harvest of the first French grapes for a special wine. Mark these…
Smooth, smoky, oaky, peaty. Our tastebuds were treated to a waterfall of whisky flavours at the inaugural Independent’s Day whisky festival. For single malt lovers the event was a dream come true. Independent bottlers from Scotland, Australia, and beyond were on show…
If you haven’t been, the Immigration Museum is a beautiful heritage building on Flinders St. In fact, it’s one of the oldest in Melbourne. It was once where Victoria’s waves of migrants were met and processed as they stepped on…
Boy, did January shower us with amazing events. We still found time to check out some of the other stupendous events around the city. From dancing on a boat, to seeing one of Australia’s newest musicals, it was a month…
I gave up the gym for three weeks of whiskey masterclasses. The Humble Tumbler have been running its food and beverage master classes for the past two years and is the brainchild of Clare Burder. The Melbourne-based company runs out of…