Irish whiskey brand Powers has launched a cask-strength version of its John's Lane whiskey.

Launched 12 years after the original John's Lane expression, Powers John's Lane Cask Strength is a 12-year-old whiskey that will join the core Powers range as an annual release. The 2023 release has been bottled at 57.8% ABV. 

Named for a historic, now-closed distillery in the heart of Dublin, Powers John's Lane whiskey is produced by Irish Distillers at the Midleton Distillery in Co. Cork. 

Powers distiller Eric Ryan said: “A brand of firsts, Powers whiskey continually challenged the old way of doing things and advocated careful experimentation throughout the years. With a rich heritage that goes back to its establishment in 1791, John's Lane Distillery’s well-earned reputation is brought back to centre stage with the launch of this new permanent cask-strength Powers expression.”

Powers John’s Lane Cask Strength will be available exclusively at the Palace Bar in Dublin until its general release on 2 October, when it will be available in Ireland, Northern Ireland, Dublin Airport, and online at midletondistillerycollection.com (RRP €90).