Powers Irish Whiskey is a piece of Dublin distilling history, and it brings a bit of old-world character to the shelf at Camp West in West Seattle. Listed on some menus simply as “John Power,” this is a whiskey with deep roots and a spicy, full-bodied backbone that sets it apart from lighter Irish blends. For guests who want an Irish whiskey with genuine heritage and grip, Powers is a rewarding and affordable choice.
About the Distillery
The Powers story begins in 1791, when James Power founded a distillery at his Dublin public house. The business grew into John Power & Son and became one of Ireland’s most storied whiskey houses. Powers was famously among the first Dublin distillers to bottle their own whiskey, with a gold label that gave the flagship its longtime name. Today Powers is produced at the Midleton Distillery in County Cork, the heart of modern Irish whiskey making.
Style & Mash Bill
Powers Gold Label is a triple-distilled Irish whiskey built around a high proportion of pot still whiskey, made from a mash of both malted and unmalted barley. That pot still backbone gives it more weight and spice than many blends, and it is matured in oak casks before bottling. The result is an Irish whiskey with real character and a satisfying, mouth-filling texture.
Tasting Notes
Expect a nose of honey, baked apple, and a touch of spice. The palate is fuller and more robust than a typical blend, with notes of vanilla, dried fruit, and the peppery, slightly oily spice that the pot still character delivers. It finishes warm and lingering, with a satisfying grip.
How to Enjoy It at Camp West
Powers rewards sipping neat or over a single rock, where its spice and body come through clearly. It also stands up beautifully in a whiskey cocktail when you want more backbone than a lighter Irish whiskey provides. A pour of Powers is $9 at Camp West, one of the friendliest prices on our whiskey list.
FAQ
Why is Powers listed as “John Power” on some menus?
The brand’s full historic name is John Power & Son, so menus sometimes shorten it to “John Power.” It is the same classic Powers Irish whiskey.
How is Powers different from a lighter Irish whiskey?
Powers carries a high proportion of pot still whiskey, giving it more spice, body, and texture than many smoother, grain-heavy Irish blends.
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