Slane Irish Whiskey announced the launch of Slane Special Edition, the second U.S. release for the Irish brand.

The first Slane release since 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, Lord Henry’s vision lives on having played host to some of the biggest music acts on the planet and attracting visitors from all over the world.

Slane Special Edition amps up the flavor that comes from Slane Irish Whiskey’s signature triple-casked method by using extra virgin oak casks blended with seasoned barrels and Spanish sherry casks. The bottling at 45% ABV is another nod to Slane’s music legacy with a neat riff on the 45 rpm record single – a format that changed music forever.

Presented in its distinctive 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. It includes music from some of the biggest names to have played at Slane Castle over the years.

Slane Special Edition will be distributed nationwide through select US retailers at a suggested retail price of $36.99 for a 750ml bottle beginning in March with pre-sale via ReserveBar starting on March 6.