Starward Solera 70cl Whisky
Starward Solera
From the fabulous Starward distillery over in Melbourne comes Solera, a tasty single malt made with 100% Australian barley and matured exclusively in re-coopered and re-sized Apera (an Australian fortified wine, not dissimilar to Spanish sherry) barrels. The name is of course a reference to the solera ageing system, which Starward spins its own take on to age this whisky.
Tasting Note by The Chaps at Master of Malt
Nose
Prune juice and seedless raisins provide a thick, sherry-forward sweetness that is complemented by rich caramel and toasted almonds. A little marzipan lingers underneath.
Palate
A rich, but well-balanced palate begins with toasted oak and more jammy fruit compote – damsons, black currants and dried figs – before creme brulee, milky coffee and winter spice notes emerge.
Finish
There’s a little sawdust and milk chocolate as the dram concludes.
Overall
Remarkably fruity and beautifully composed – this is a seriously good whisky.
Winner of 1 spirit awards
