Powers Irish Rye

Pretty great straight. Also really good with ginger ale plus lime

Quite the great rye. Softer than US ryes but I prefer that.

I enjoyed this for what it is: a lower tier experiment with rye out of Midleton. It didn't blow me away but it was a satisfying and easy to drink whiskey. As you might suspect, it lacks a traditional American Rye spice and leans into slightly fruity and sweet notes. I probably wouldn't buy a bottle myself, but I'd order it at a bar for a change of pace now and again.

Nice lively rye aroma in the glass. Dark oak and young tobacco are also present on the nose. Light body, with a somewhat fruity entry. The rye spice is initially mellow, but picks up speed over as the tasting opens up. A fine, woody flavor, which is dry, but not overly tannic. The impression is reminiscent of roasted, lightly spiced tree nuts. The finish is medium-long with a slight mintiness at the tail end, with the lasting impression being of an easy going, friendly spirit ideal for mixing in cocktails. A welcome addition to the Powers portfolio.

I had high hopes and this Rye knocked it out of the park. It has a simple elegance to it. It has a rye kick to it but not like an american rye, but it comes in swingjng with nice notes of spice and gentle warmth to it. When i try it neat it has a sweet applely finish but over ice it finishes off with a peaty/earthy note. So not the most complex flavor out there but a very good sipper.