Distilled by Midleton distillery in Ireland, this release in the Powers portfolio occupies the modest middle shelf and is non-chill filtered - a surprising but welcome aspect of this bottling.
Kind of surprised at how much I liked the taste of this one. The finish holds it back a little as the 40% just holds it back. But the triple distillation and barrel influence make it sweet and inoffensive.
Perfect harmony is reestablished as it fattens out with cinnamon toffee. Bold, robust, and triumphant: just add a Dublin pub weekend crowd and you’re all set.
Honestly, just fine. Powers Gold Label isn't complex, or that flavorful, but what it does have is enjoyable enough and would make an especially fine cocktail.
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House Review
Nose:
Apples, peaches, light dough notes. A bit sweet, a hint of caramel. Not too complex but it's light and delighting on the nose.
Taste:
Thin on the palate. Caramel, raisin bread, apples and some cream. A little oak, not a ton. Not young or malty but it is on the lighter, sweeter side.
Finish:
Short finish, a bit of pepper, honey, light apple and more dough.
Overall:
Honestly, just fine. Powers Gold Label isn't complex, or that flavorful, but what it does have is enjoyable enough and would make an especially fine cocktail.
Score:
80
By t8ke
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