The Starward (New) Old Fashioned is a bottled expression of the timeless whisky cocktail, expertly made and ready to pour without the fuss of cocktail making.

Made from a refined blend of Melbourne brand Starward whisky, house-made bitters, and wattleseed demerara syrup, it achieves an effortless balance: smooth, aromatic, and indulgent. The sweetness is pronounced but grounded by the earthy bite of wattleseed bitters. It’s an experience with layers that unfold like a well-paced scene.

This cocktail doesn’t shy from drama. Melbourne’s famously unpredictable weather — four seasons in a single day — is the secret weapon in Starward whisky maturation. The rapid temperature shifts cause the barrels to expand and contract more frequently, allowing the whisky to draw out every layer of flavour from the wood. Matured in red-wine barrels, the single-grain whisky used for Starward’s Red Manhattan lends body and depth. Notes of red fruit, orange zest, and roasted coffee play across the palate like actors in a final act, underpinned by a silky texture and a whisper of dry spice. It finishes on a lingering bittersweet note.

Perfect as a post-show ritual, the Starward Old Fashioned is the ideal companion to unwind after an evening at the theatre. Keep a bottle chilled in the fridge, pour over ice, and savour the final act of your night — effortlessly, and with just the right amount of flair.

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