The IWSA Celebration of the Powers Irish Rye launch earlier this month was a great event enjoyed by many. You can watch both the event video & full interview with Eric Ryan from Irish Distillers below.

Powers Irish Rye Interview Eric Ryan Video

IRISH WHISKEY of the MONTH

Feeling blue this February? Maybe because the groundhog predicts 6 more weeks of winter or the football season is over or being single on Valentine's Day? Whatever the reason, our Whiskey of the Month is sure to turn that February frown upside down. Blue Spot is a 7yr single pot still from Midleton Distillery. February might have the fewest days but there is nothing short about the Madeira finish on this cask-strength whiskey. Check out our full review on the website here.

COCKTAIL of the MONTH

The Irish Built Manhattan is our February cocktail of the month. Named in recognition of the Irish immigrant laborers who built the tunnels, bridges, & buildings that became New York city. The original Manhattan cocktail was made with American rye whiskey. This version utilizes the newest Powers expression, the first 100% Irish Rye Whiskey. Watch the making of this cocktail by the Swift Hibernian Lounge in New York here. Learn more about the history of the cocktail & the recipe on the website here.

NEWS & STORIES

After dry January, the news for February focuses on new Irish whiskey releases in the USA. Read about the Powers Rye launch, US distribution of Rademon Estate Distillery's Shortcross products, further US expansion of Slainte, our former November Whiskey of the Month, and return of Natterjack to America. Read how Groundhog Day origins can be traced to Ireland & more here>>>

IRISH PUB of the MONTH

In honor of President's Day this February, we head to the nation's capital. Kelly's Irish Times is a Washington, D.C. institution located in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. Kelly's has been serving great pub fare, pints, and Irish whiskey for 45 years. Kelly's has received many accolades over the years including one of the country's best bars in both Esquire Magazine and USA Today. Stop by to take in a bit of Irish history and check out the countless police and fire badges adorning the walls.

LIQUOR STORE of the MONTH

The largest US city named for our 16th president is the home of our February liquor store of the month. The Still Fine Wines & Spirits Superstore is the largest liquor store in Lincoln, Nebraska. The Still has been serving customers, including in-store tastings, for over 35 years. Check out the over 50 Irish whiskeys in stock!