Luke McCarthy
Luke McCarthy is the editor and publisher of Oz Whisky Review. An independent writer, author and drinks columnist, Luke's written about whisky and spirits for numerous Australian and international publications and is a judge at the Australian Distilled Spirits Awards. His book, The Australian Spirits Guide, the first to tackle the history and resurgence of the Australian spirits industry, was published in 2016 by Hardie Grant Books.
First Look: Kilderkin Goldfields Single Malt Whisky
Thebarton Distillery
Thebarton Distillery was one of South Australia’s most significant early distilleries. First constructed in 1892 on the banks of the River Torrens, the distillery produced several styles of spirit over its 80 years in production, including the once popular Milne’s Whisky brands.
Review: Morris Smoked Sherry Barrel Single Malt Whisky
Review: Hellyers Road all grown up – 21 Year Old American Oak and Voyager Cask 19 Year Old
Waubs Harbour Distillery
Waubs Harbour Distillery, founded by Tim, Bec and Rob Polmear, is located right on the water’s edge in Bicheno on Tasmania’s stunning east coast. The maritime malt whisky producer has quickly becoming one of the state’s most talked about up-and-coming distilleries.
Barossa Distilling Co launch Gallus Single Malt Whisky
Review: Archie Rose’s $85 Double Malt and a step change for Australian whisky
The new $85 Archie Rose Double Malt Whisky has arrived. What does it mean for the Australian whisky industry? How does it taste, how does it mix, and will bars and retailers get behind it? Editor Luke McCarthy explores one of the biggest Australian whisky releases of the year.
