Sam is the head distilling and head of distilling operations at Starward Distilling in Melbourne Australia.   Starward is making waves internationally with their approachable yet interesting whiskey.  They are doing so by making the most of what they have locally.  Great malt, amazing ex wine barrels and the crazy Melbourne climate.   Their whiskey is available internationally so keep an eye out and pick up a bottle for yourself.   Starward Whiskey: https://starward.com.au/