Port Melbourne

Starward Distillery

Port Melbourne, Australia

Australian whisky distillery and bar at 50 Bertie Street, Port Melbourne (New World Whisky Distillery Pty Ltd trading as Starward). About 10 minutes from Melbourne CBD. Official materials emphasise locally sourced grain and red-wine barrels within a day’s drive, with Melbourne’s rapid temperature swings accelerating extraction from French oak red-wine casks. Visitor experiences include distillery tours and tastings, whisky masterclasses with barrel tasting, cocktails and private events. Distillery & bar hours (official contact): Thursday 15:00–21:00, Friday–Saturday 12:00–22:00, Sunday 12:00–19:00; closed Monday–Wednesday. Phone (03) 9005 4420.