Scarf's Golden Whisky Raffle

Update 12/12/2025: The raffle will be drawn (via live instagram feed) at 1.00pm (AEDT) today; Friday 12 December! Ticket sales will close at 12.30pm sharp!

Your chance to win an incredible, money-can’t-buy whisky prize, while supporting Scarf!

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We’re so excited to launch Scarf's Golden Whisky Raffle, as part of Scarf's 15th birthday celebrations! The raffle gives whisky lovers the chance to win some truly extraordinary prizes, including two exclusive, money-can't-buy experiences. All proceeds help Scarf continue running life-changing hospitality training, mentoring and employment programs for young people facing barriers to work. Buy your ticket/s now at the base of this page!

The winners will be drawn at 1.00pm (AEDT) on Friday 12 December, 2025. 

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Scarf team, mentors and graduates at our recent 15th birthday party. Photo: Laura May Grogan. 

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🥃  The Prizes 🎁 

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1. The Ultimate Whisky Barrel Experience – Bathtub Gin Co.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for whisky lovers. Become a hands-on whisky maker with your very own 30L "investment" barrel of single malt, single barrel whisky, already maturing at Bathtub Gin Co. in Williamstown.

You’ll join the Bathtub Gin Co. team to:

• Name your whisky and design a personalised label

• Participate in tastings as it develops over the next 2+ years

• Bottle your whisky when it’s ready — for gifts, keepsakes, or your own cellar

With an expected yield of approximately 40 x 750ml bottles, this is a rare chance to own a personal batch of small-batch, handcrafted whisky. Every step is guided by long-time Scarf supporter Wayne Bourke and the Bathtub Gin Co. team, giving you an intimate, behind-the-scenes experience in craft distilling.

This is a true money-can’t-buy experience... part whisky, part adventure, all yours to enjoy for years to come.

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2. Rare, Signed Bottle & Exclusive Starward Whisky Experience with Founder David Vitale

Go behind the scenes at Melbourne’s award-winning Starward Distillery with founder David Vitale. This private masterclass and distillery tour for four people offers an intimate, informative glimpse into the world of innovative, food-friendly whiskies crafted in Melbourne.

You’ll taste some rare and exceptional drams, learn the secrets behind Starward’s 16-year journey, and gain insider knowledge from one of Australia’s most respected whisky makers. You'll also take home a signed bottle of “Vitalis”, Starward’s limited-edition anniversary release — a collector’s item that perfectly complements this extraordinary experience.

This is a rare opportunity to share whisky, stories, and expert insights in a way money simply can’t buy.

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3. Festive Starward Collector’s Pack

Perfect for the whisky lover who appreciates the finer things, this prize includes some special bottles ready to enjoy (or gift!) this festive season. 

• 1 x 700ml Starward 'Solera' Whisky

• 2 x 500ml Starward (New) Old Fashioned Cocktails

• 1 x 700ml Limited Edition Starward 'Panettone' Whisky

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More Details

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Why are we fundraising?

As a small charity, we're essentially always in fundraising mode! We recently ran a super fun 15th birthday party (catch up here) which included a special online auction. Whilst the auction was a big hit, there were two wonderful prizes - from Bathtub Gin Co and Starward - which didn't meet their reserves! And so, we decided to offer them up in raffle form, making it much for accessible for anyone who might like to get their hands on an investment whisky barrel or a rare, signed collector's bottle of Starward (with a bonus distillery tour + masterclass). All funds raised will help Scarf respond to growing demand for our programs — supporting more young people from refugee, asylum seeker and migrant backgrounds to gain confidence, skills, and employment through hospitality. Since 2010 we've transformed 375 lives through hospitality. See more Scarf stats here, and for more details about Scarf Programs, head here. 

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How it works

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• Tickets are $50.00 each
  
  
• The raffle is open to residents of Victoria*, Australia, aged 18 years or older
  
  
• Only 300 tickets available, giving you excellent odds
  
  
• To keep things fair, there's a maximum of 20 tickets per person
  
  
• Raffle will be drawn at 1.00pm (AEDT) on Friday 12 December 2025
  
  
• All prizes are non-transferable and not redeemable for cash

*This raffle is open to Victorian residents only. State-based fundraising rules differ across Australia, so limiting entry to Victoria ensures we operate responsibly and in line with our legal obligations.

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See the full list of Terms & Conditions for the Golden Whisky Raffle. 

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If you have any queries about the raffle, please get in touch: [email protected]