Starward Batch Strength Portuguese Ruby Port 52%ABV 30ml Tasmania but there’s a nice saltyness

but there’s a nice saltyness at the back of that

more gentle character carrying new honey

the spirit serves up a kaleidoscopic sensation of wonderfully dense and rich whisky

Shene Estate Distillery is now part of the Lark Group so this whisky is now a part of history

Starward Batch Strength Portuguese Ruby Port 52%ABV 30ml Tasmania but there’s a nice saltynessNovember 2025 Whisky Club Whisky of the month is a Starward matured in first fill Portuguese Ruby Port Casks to create what has been described as their 'Scotchiest' and least 'Starwardy' whisky ever. I'm curious to try any whisky that inspires the creation of new adjectives. Official Tasting Notes: Nose: Fresh blackcurrant, dried apricot and raisin with caramel chews and nutmeg. Palate: Mulberry and fig, swathes of butterscotch, and candied orange.