Powers Signature Release

If loving Powers is wrong, then I don't want to be right - I have yet to have a disappointing whiskey from them. This is their lower priced (and NAS) single pot still offering, and while there's a hint of young spirit heat, there's plenty of smoothness and flavor to make that a forgivable offense. There's an unabashedly bourbon cask forward quality - loads of sweet vanilla and spice with hints of coconut - that accentuates the already sweet and spicy house style of single pot still. The sherry influence is more notable at the finish, as plummy dried fruit notes come through and linger alongside the vanilla and spice for a long time on the palate. Full, rich, almost creamy...this is a big dram for the price. A great introduction to single pot still whiskey for someone new the genre and not quite ready to shell out for Johns Lane or Redbreast.

This is a 3 star whisky, so why the 4 stars? The quality vs cost. Surprisingly refreshing, you can really taste the sherry casks. If you want a n Irish Whisky, for a low price, and don't like peat, this is a good contender. Red Breast, Yellow Spot, Greenspot are of course better, but none can be had for $30-$35.

$35 Meijers, 7/2/2017