{"product_id":"john-powers-gold-label-irish-whiskey","title":"Powers Gold Label Irish Whiskey","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"372\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eJohn Powers Gold Label Irish Whiskey is a rich, approachable expression that epitomizes classic Irish single pot still character—creamy texture, warm orchard fruit, and soft spice framed by gentle oak and honeyed sweetness. It’s crafted for smooth, everyday enjoyment, with depth and balance that reward both neat sipping and spirited cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"377\" data-start=\"374\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"825\" data-start=\"379\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"406\" data-start=\"379\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"409\" data-start=\"406\"\u003eJohn Powers is one of Ireland’s most historic whiskey brands, with roots stretching back to \u003cstrong data-end=\"509\" data-start=\"501\"\u003e1791\u003c\/strong\u003e when the Powers family established their distilling legacy in \u003cstrong data-end=\"582\" data-start=\"572\"\u003eDublin\u003c\/strong\u003e. The brand became synonymous with \u003cstrong data-end=\"651\" data-start=\"617\"\u003esingle pot still Irish whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e, Ireland’s indigenous style made from a mash of \u003cstrong data-end=\"730\" data-start=\"700\"\u003emalted and unmalted barley\u003c\/strong\u003e distilled in copper pot stills and typically matured in a blend of bourbon and sherry casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1264\" data-start=\"827\"\u003eGold Label is designed as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"872\" data-start=\"855\"\u003epremium blend\u003c\/strong\u003e within the John Powers lineup, drawing on older, more mature stocks to deliver additional structure and depth beyond the core bottlings. While the specific mashbill and age details are proprietary, the style reflects extended maturation in carefully selected casks that add layers of honey, toasted oak, and fruit while preserving the hallmark creaminess and spice of pot still distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1594\" data-start=\"1266\"\u003eToday, John Powers whiskey is produced at the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1335\" data-start=\"1312\"\u003eMidleton Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1354\" data-start=\"1339\"\u003eCounty Cork\u003c\/strong\u003e, the operational home of many of Ireland’s most revered pot still formulas, including Redbreast and Powers’ sibling brands. Midleton’s advanced distillation and aging capabilities help ensure consistency and refinement across each release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1599\" data-start=\"1596\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1991\" data-start=\"1601\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1620\" data-start=\"1601\"\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1623\" data-start=\"1620\"\u003eJohn Powers Gold Label has earned positive recognition among Irish whiskey reviewers and enthusiasts for its balance and accessibility, though specific widely published numeric scores vary by region and reviewer. It is widely celebrated for bridging classic pot still character with a polished, well-rounded profile that stands up well in both neat and mixed contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1996\" data-start=\"1993\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2206\" data-start=\"1998\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2017\" data-start=\"1998\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2020\" data-start=\"2017\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2029\" data-start=\"2020\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A welcoming bouquet of orchard fruits—fresh apple and pear—followed by warm honeycomb, creamy vanilla, and a hint of toasted oak. Soft nutmeg and barley sugar add subtle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2458\" data-start=\"2208\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2219\" data-start=\"2208\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and smooth, with malty cereal sweetness giving way to honeyed pear, baked apple, and subtle citrus. The oak influence reads as gentle spice and vanilla rather than tannic weight, with pot still pepperiness lingering beneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2611\" data-start=\"2460\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2471\" data-start=\"2460\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm and satisfying—honey and orchard fruit linger with a touch of vanilla spice and a clean, slightly dry close that invites a second sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2616\" data-start=\"2613\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2638\" data-start=\"2618\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2636\" data-start=\"2618\"\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"3178\" data-start=\"2639\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-end=\"2669\" data-start=\"2639\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2669\" data-start=\"2639\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2654\" data-start=\"2639\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2653\" data-start=\"2641\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2669\" data-start=\"2654\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2667\" data-start=\"2656\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-end=\"3178\" data-start=\"2680\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2730\" data-start=\"2680\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2698\" data-start=\"2680\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2697\" data-start=\"2682\"\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2730\" data-start=\"2698\"\u003e40% ABV \/ 80 Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2799\" data-start=\"2731\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2753\" data-start=\"2731\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2752\" data-start=\"2733\"\u003eOrigin \/ Region\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"2799\" data-start=\"2753\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eIreland — distilled at Midleton Distillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2892\" data-start=\"2800\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2831\" data-start=\"2800\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2830\" data-start=\"2802\"\u003eProduction or Grape Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2892\" data-start=\"2831\"\u003eIrish Single Pot Still Whiskey (malted + unmalted barley)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"2985\" data-start=\"2893\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"2919\" data-start=\"2893\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2918\" data-start=\"2895\"\u003eAging or Maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"2985\" data-start=\"2919\"\u003eMatured in a combination of seasoned oak casks (house program)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3083\" data-start=\"2986\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3009\" data-start=\"2986\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3008\" data-start=\"2988\"\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3083\" data-start=\"3009\"\u003eOrchard fruit, honey, vanilla, barley sugar, toasted oak, gentle spice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3178\" data-start=\"3084\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3107\" data-start=\"3084\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3106\" data-start=\"3086\"\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3178\" data-start=\"3107\"\u003eSmooth, approachable Irish single pot still; balanced and versatile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3183\" data-start=\"3180\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3234\" data-start=\"3185\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3232\" data-start=\"3185\"\u003eCocktail Recipes \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3276\" data-start=\"3236\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3259\" data-start=\"3236\"\u003eIrish Old Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3262\" data-start=\"3259\"\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3494\" data-start=\"3277\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3308\" data-start=\"3277\" data-section-id=\"1lm0h8m\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3308\" data-start=\"3279\"\u003e2 oz John Powers Gold Label\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3334\" data-start=\"3309\" data-section-id=\"174czhh\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3334\" data-start=\"3311\"\u003e0.2 oz demerara syrup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3494\" data-start=\"3335\" data-section-id=\"i1guvb\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3494\" data-start=\"3337\"\u003e2 dashes aromatic bitters\u003cbr data-end=\"3365\" data-start=\"3362\"\u003eGarnish: Orange twist\u003cbr data-end=\"3389\" data-start=\"3386\"\u003eMethod: Stir with ice until chilled and silky. Strain into a rocks glass over a large cube. Express peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3532\" data-start=\"3496\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3515\" data-start=\"3496\"\u003eGold Label Sour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3518\" data-start=\"3515\"\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3765\" data-start=\"3533\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3564\" data-start=\"3533\" data-section-id=\"1lm0h8m\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3564\" data-start=\"3535\"\u003e2 oz John Powers Gold Label\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3594\" data-start=\"3565\" data-section-id=\"1fhtbjy\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3594\" data-start=\"3567\"\u003e0.75 oz fresh lemon juice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3618\" data-start=\"3595\" data-section-id=\"41lubp\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3618\" data-start=\"3597\"\u003e0.5 oz simple syrup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3765\" data-start=\"3619\" data-section-id=\"wl5nw\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3765\" data-start=\"3621\"\u003e1 egg white (optional)\u003cbr data-end=\"3646\" data-start=\"3643\"\u003eGarnish: Lemon twist\u003cbr data-end=\"3669\" data-start=\"3666\"\u003eMethod: Dry shake (if using egg white), then shake with ice. Double strain into a chilled coupe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3798\" data-start=\"3767\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3781\" data-start=\"3767\"\u003eIrish Mule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3784\" data-start=\"3781\"\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3955\" data-start=\"3799\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3830\" data-start=\"3799\" data-section-id=\"1lm0h8m\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3830\" data-start=\"3801\"\u003e2 oz John Powers Gold Label\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3859\" data-start=\"3831\" data-section-id=\"19d75jq\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3859\" data-start=\"3833\"\u003e0.75 oz fresh lime juice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3955\" data-start=\"3860\" data-section-id=\"1delnnv\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3955\" data-start=\"3862\"\u003e4–5 oz ginger beer\u003cbr data-end=\"3883\" data-start=\"3880\"\u003eGarnish: Lime wheel\u003cbr data-end=\"3905\" data-start=\"3902\"\u003eMethod: Build over ice in a highball. Stir gently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Breakthru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43010817196098,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Powers_Gold_Label_Irish_Whiskey.jpg?v=1771547763","url":"https:\/\/www.blackwellswines.com\/products\/john-powers-gold-label-irish-whiskey","provider":"Blackwell's Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}