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Starward Nova / Wine Cask Whisky $69.75 (RRP $95) C&C / + Delivery @ Dan Murphy's (or Amazon AU Backorder)

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Starward Nova / Wine Cask Whisky $69.75 (RRP $95) C&C / + Delivery @ Dan Murphy's (or Amazon AU Backorder)
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YRT on 07/07/2020 - 17:59 danmurphys.com.au (2366 clicks)
Last edited 08/07/2020 - 06:45 by 2 other users

Starward NOVA is uniquely Australian, crafted exclusively with local wine barrels for maturation resulting in a Whisky with balanced aromas of raisins, bananas and a touch of balsamic lead to clove, toffee and nougat. The palate is filled with red berries, hints of cinnamon and a variety of savoury and spice driven notes. A long, dry and tannic finish guides a strong linear reach through the palate, balancing a generous roundness and oiliness of the spirit.

Edit: Removed sold out DM eBay link. Added Amazon now on backorder.

Edit 3: ebay link appears in stock again. $64.75 using code 'PBOTTLE'.

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  • Da dpG on 07/07/2020 - 18:01
    +1

    add code "PBOTTLE" for the plus members in post

  • ozbjunkie on 07/07/2020 - 18:19
    +9

    This is actually really good. Bought a second bottle recently on the 20% off Dan's eBay special.

    Don't be scared off by the NAS.

    • justtoreply on 07/07/2020 - 18:40

      I've tried a few starward. I'm surprised by your comment. None of them have been any good imho

      • Singu1arity on 07/07/2020 - 21:25
        +1

        Awards: Trophy - Best Australian Single Malt, World Whiskies Awards 2017. Double Gold - San Francico World Spirits Competition 2016. Gold - World Whiskies Awards 2016.

        Maybe we're lucky you're not a Whisky critic?

        • justtoreply on 07/07/2020 - 21:29
          -6

          Have you tried it? It's sub standard

          • ozbjunkie on 07/07/2020 - 23:23

            @justtoreply: Have you tried this particular starward? The others at a lower price point might not be as good as this offering.

            I'm usually very sceptical of NAS whiskey, and I would imagine their cheaper offerings are not as good as this.

            Which ones have you tried?

            • justtoreply on 08/07/2020 - 22:47

              @ozbjunkie: Their initial few releases, circa 2016/17ish iirc. I've had hundreds of whiskies, so I don't remember the names.

              It's so rough I no longer visit their booth at whisky events.

              $65 doesn't get you anything better though.

              • ozbjunkie on 08/07/2020 - 23:04
                +1

                @justtoreply: Yeah I'd agree $65 doesnt get much better than this (except maybe the Laphroaig 10 or Ardbeg 10 on 20% off, but they're for different tastes entirely).

                Might have been a younger release you were unsatisfied with, though I admit I'm not familiar with Starward's history.

                I picked up a Kilchoman 3rd edition a number of years back (only a few years aged) and it was a bit rough but showed promise as a new Islay distillery, and I've recently picked up the Sanaig and the other non-sherry cask, so I'm looking forward to seeing how that distillery has come along over the years.

                Happy dramming bud.

    • FitzChivalry Farseer on 07/07/2020 - 18:42

      Agree - a smooth whisky that is perfect neat or with ice to allow the complex flavours to come out. Well worth a try especially at this price.

      Comments from the Peated Perfection website (who only gave it a 3 out of 5 but thought it a great whisky nevertheless):

      This is in my opinion the best value for money you can find in Australian whisky. It punches way above its weight, easily beating many others that are twice the price (or more), and absolutely decimates those that are a similar price. I think David & the team behind New World / Starward should be commended for their success, and for doing exactly what they set out to do, and I can't wait to see what they come up with in the future. If you're yet to take the plunge on a bottle of Starward, I definitely recommend giving it a go. Enjoy!

      https://peatedperfection.blogspot.com/2017/01/starward-wine-…

      • Jamesx on 07/07/2020 - 20:19
        -3

        I always reckon ice is to make goon taste less hash. A good drum should be drank at body temperature, so a dash of water is good and nursing it in hand is better (pun or not?)
        All those reviews say a booze is smooth, sounds like they drink harsh goon often and expecting drinks to be all like that. Well, a good booze should be smooth as basis. Otherwise, just drink ethanol, or mixed it up.

      • ozbjunkie on 07/07/2020 - 23:25

        "with ice to allow the complex flavours to come out" doesn't really make sense to me.

        The more you chill the beverage the less flavours emerge.

        Have you experienced more flavours with ice than without?

    • kickling on 07/07/2020 - 19:06
      +4

      Agree. This is really good. One for the sweet tooth's of the whisky world. Winey/Porty lingering finish.

      $65 is a bargain.

      Much better than the Two Fold.

    • EightImmortals on 08/07/2020 - 07:21

      One of the best I have tried. If my tummy didn't object so much I would jump on this deal. :)

  • Kaboda on 07/07/2020 - 19:32
    +1

    I read cask wine and I thought goon. Goon whiskey could be a thing.

  • shiny1 on 07/07/2020 - 19:39

    Incredibly interesting taste profile. I'd say it's inoffensive to non whisky drinkers. Raised my eyebrows when I tasted this.

  • shiny1 on 07/07/2020 - 19:57

    And it's all sold!

    • YRT on 07/07/2020 - 20:13

      thanks for the head up, updated

  • twofoursix on 07/07/2020 - 20:18

    Even Amazon has it for $69.75 & free delivery for non prime members….

    But no reviews in Amazon very tempted to buy but not sure about the taste!!!!

    amazon.com.au/Starward-Nova-Single-Australian-Whisky/dp/B08123H4CJ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Starward+NOVA+Single+Malt+Australian+Whisky+700mL&qid=1594117020&sr=8-1

    • SaddenAscentAspirin on 07/07/2020 - 20:53
      +1

      Looks like you missed out. This is an excellent whiskey, even more so at this price. The nova is aged in red wine barrels and you can really taste the tannins IMO. So if you like whiskey and red wine, you'll like this one. If you hate red wine, maybe give it a pass. For the record I do not enjoy wine, but love this whiskey. It is my go to cheaper whiskey.

      • twofoursix on 07/07/2020 - 22:19

        Ok thanks for that advise, i do like my wine but not a great whiskey person.

        Will keep an eye next time and will try it ta!

  • anzacpaul on 07/07/2020 - 21:17

    Literally just bought a bottle from Dan's site, so definitely not sold out.

  • KiwiTheGreat on 07/07/2020 - 22:14

    Just bought last 3 bottles from Amazon. Love this drop.

  • ltwo on 07/07/2020 - 23:35

    oos on amazon too

  • Stingysteve on 07/07/2020 - 23:46

    Looks good to me; I bought a couple of these bottles and saw the two-fold on special too

  • dandandan on 08/07/2020 - 02:00

    Was a DM's member special for $85 a couple of weeks ago so good price now.

  • ankor on 08/07/2020 - 06:59

    Nice find op.

    Anyone know how this compares with the Talisker port ruighie?

  • equinoxxx on 08/07/2020 - 09:03

    seems sold out again on ebay link

  • Randolph Duke on 08/07/2020 - 09:11

    It’s available on Dan’s website, just did C&C purchase.

  • tritorius on 08/07/2020 - 12:02

    Looks like it's gone back up to $95 on Dan's website, google ad still shows $65 though when you follow the link goes up to $95

  • Dsquall on 08/07/2020 - 13:45

    Tasty stuff! Thanks OP

  • Da dpG on 10/07/2020 - 13:09

    Did anyone else receive the wrong bottle from DM (ebay).
    I got solera instead

    • kickling on 11/07/2020 - 07:49

      Wow really… That's a bit of a win

      • Da dpG on 11/07/2020 - 14:23

        It is. $130rrp. not to say it's worth that but still decent.
        I wanna see if I can get another free bottle shipped. Totally doubt it lol

        Did you buy the bottle?

        • kickling on 11/07/2020 - 14:29

          I didn't as I have a nova already… But I wish I had ordered so I could get a Solera by mistake!

          Keen to know what the solera is like when you crack it open!

          Call Dan's after you open it. You'll probably be given a refund.

  • thorpef1 on 16/07/2020 - 11:20

    Has anyone that ordered from Amazon received notification that theirs has shipped yet?

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