Slane Irish Whiskey recently announced the launch of Slane Special Edition to celebrate 40 years of its home’s trailblazing music history.
Special Edition is the second release in the United States after the brand’s initial introduction in May 2017. The limited-edition blend was created as a tribute to Lord Henry Conyngham and his vision to bring Ireland together in 1981 by throwing the country’s biggest rock concert and welcoming thousands of music lovers to his front lawn at Slane Castle. More than 40 years later, his vision lives on having played host to some of the biggest music acts and attracting visitors from all over the world.
Slane Special Edition amps up the flavor that comes from Slane’s signature triple-casked method by using extra virgin oak casks blended with seasoned barrels and Spanish sherry casks. The bottling at 45% ABV (90 proof) is another nod to its music legacy as its an homage to the 45 rpm record single.
Presented in a black glass bottle with embossed crest and featuring label artwork inspired by 1981 along with images by Irish photographers Andy Spearman and Fran Caffrey, Slane Special Edition is boxed in a gift carton with recommended drinks recipes, details of Slane’s music story and exclusive access to a 40th anniversary playlist, curated by Slane Irish Whiskey co-founder and son of Lord Henry, Alex Conyngham. The soundtrack includes music from some of the artists that have played at Slane Castle over the years.
“Having grown up with the Slane Concerts in my back garden, I’ve come to realize the power of a live music experience,” says Slane Irish Whiskey Co-Founder Alex Conyngham. “Since that first gig in 1981, Slane has hosted many remarkable artists but it’s always been the spirit of the fans that makes it special. To mark 40 years of Slane concerts, we created a whiskey where we turned the volume up a notch to give a fuller flavor experience.”
Slane Special Edition is available nationwide for 36.99.
