Located amidst Tasmania’s unspoiled landscapes, Lark Distillery is a living tribute to the island’s storied heritage and the visionary spirit of its founder, Bill Lark. From humble beginnings back in 1992 around Bill’s kitchen table, to crafting Australia’s number one luxury single malt, Lark continues to craft an exceptional spirit showcasing Tasmania’s pure waters, clean air, and untamed wilderness, each imparting a unique, unparalleled character into every single drop.
The luxury drinks brand is known for delicious whiskies that are strong, tasty, and full of interesting layers of flavour. As a result, deciding which one to try next can be quite the challenge. Here are our top five Lark whisky picks for 2025.
Lark Origins
Lark Origins is made using the water from Lake Sorell, where it was that Bill Lark and his father in law created the idea for Lark whisky. Origins represents the purity of Tasmania, with some fantastic flavours you will enjoy.
The orange blossom and caramel work well together, providing a sweetness while keeping the whisky fairly fresh. It doesn’t take long for the hazelnut flavour to sing through, with the fruitiness of the mince pie giving this whisky the perfect after-dinner taste.
Character
Colour: Amber
Nose: Orange blossom, caramel, and milk chocolate
Palate: Lemon curd, apricots, and cream
Finish: Hazelnut and fruit mince pie
Food pairing: Best served without food
What you need to know
Price: $290
Age: No age statement
ABV: 42%
Made in: Tasmania
Lark The Rising Tide
Lark’s Rising Tide whisky is matured in sherry and port casks from six Tasmanian distilleries, providing a deep flavour you wouldn’t get from another whisky. There is a little spice to it that will tickle your through, but you can expect the overwhelming flavours to be hearty and warm. We like that we can sip it with or without dinner, and we found it the perfect choice for anyone who enjoys a sweeter whisky.
Character
Colour: Auburn gold
Nose: Orange and toffee, stewed apple pie, maritime
Palate: Citrus, roasted malt, caramel and honey
Finish: Maple syrup, coconut, fruit mince pie, and dark chocolate
Food pairing: Pork crackling with gravy, spiced apple crumble
What you need to know
Price: $140
Age: No age statement
ABV: 51.4%
Made in: Tasmania
Lark 30th Anniversary Edition
For their 30th anniversary, Lark created something truly magical. This whisky is matured in 65% port, 25% sherry, 8% bourbon, and 2% rum casks before being finished in muscat casks, which help to create a rich and unique flavour. The earthy notes pair wonderfully with the sweet and spicy nature of the whisky, giving you a different taste to enjoy with every sip.
Character
Colour: Polished bronze
Nose: Orange blossom, butterscotch, dried muscatel grapes, roasted almonds, and sweet peat smoke
Palate: Sticky toffee, orange oil, peanut brittle, fruity plum pudding, and dried heather
Finish: Espresso, grated dark chocolate, oak spice, and highland peat
Food pairing: Better served without food
What you need to know
Price: $220
Age: No age statement
ABV: 52.5%
Made in: Tasmania
Lark Single Tawny Cask
Lark’s Single Tawny Cask is an unfiltered and uncut single malt you will adore. It’s designed to take you on a trip down memory lane through previous Lark whiskies, showcasing its best flavours and a long finish of dark chocolate and oak. This soft whisky glides down your throat, although its high percentage means just one or two glasses are all you need!
Character
Colour: Ripe Acron
Nose: Orange and red grapes, brown sugar, oven-baked apple Danish, roasted almonds, beef brisket, and earthy undertones
Palate: Dry banana, burnt orange, butterscotch sauce, nectarines, plums, hazelnuts, cashews, and Brazil nuts
Finish: Dark chocolate, ginger, cold brew coffee, and buttery oak
Food pairing: Best served without food
What you need to know
Price: $350
Age: 6 years old
ABV: 60.3%
Made in: Tasmania
Lark Cask Strength PX Sherry Finish
Finally, we have the best value Larks you can find. But you aren’t paying less for lower quality or flavour, as it is packed full of excellent tastes! This whisky has been matured in Classic Cask Strength before finishing in old Seppeltsfield Pedro Ximenez hogsheads that have held Pedro Ximense for decades.
By finishing the whisky in these hogsheads, the sticky residue of fortified wine remains and permeates the whisky, helping to deliver a sensational flavour unlike any other on the market.
Character
Colour: Rich mahogany
Nose: Apricot, fig, creme brulee, beeswax, dried fruits, with buttered scones, and barnyard peat
Palate: Orange, mango, heavy, toffee, nutmeg, cinnamon, fresh muffins, plum sauce, and toasted pastry crust
Finish: Mixed berries, stewed fruits, dark chocolate, espresso, and rich, drying oak
Food pairing: Better enjoyed without food
What you need to know
Price: $200
Age: No age statement
ABV: 58%
Made in: Tasmania
Whether you want a sweet, spiced, or velvet-smooth whisky, Lark has the perfect option for you, matured to perfection in Tasmania.
