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Whiskey Review: Copperworks American Single Malt Cask No. 7-2

We review Copperworks Single Cask 7-2, a single cask American single malt matured in one of its own refilled casks, a first for the Seattle whiskey maker.

OVERALL RATING

9
$90.00
  • Courtney Kristjana is a leading US whiskey taster and aspiring Master of Scotch.
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Copperworks Single Cask 7-2 review

Tasting Notes

About:

65.6% ABV, 131.2 proof. American Single Malt matured for 6 years and 10 months in refilled American oak. Limited run of 192 bottles. 750ml $90.
Appearance:
Pale gold
Nose:
At first, my nose was only hit by a wall of acetone, but as it opened up, the dram showed its sweetness. It is almost overwhelmingly sweet. Freshly grated orange and lemon zest mingle with vanilla bean. Cinnamon and brown sugar layer over the malt, creating an aroma of cinnamon rolls. Clove lingers in the background, accentuating the ripe stone fruits of summer.
Palate:
The palate is wild. The whiskey hits in layers of complexity enveloping the tongue first with a sugar bomb, then maltiness, and finally an earthy spiciness. It is truly unique. The single malt reminds me of sweet tea with peach slices. There is lots of apricot and a bit of rum raisin. However, it is the clove spice that ties everything together.
Finish:
Comments:
Copperworks American Single Malt Cask No. 7-2 is some of their best whiskey released to date. I don’t know whether it is the Five Malt recipe or the refilling of a past cask that is giving such complexity and character to the whiskey. Despite its sweetness, it plays with the senses. All the flavor is boldly layered, yet it somehow maintains balance.rnrnOne of the best American single malts I have had in awhile. I highly recommend seeking this bottle out.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Courtney Kristjana

Courtney Kristjana is a leading whiskey taster in the United States. Inspired by an article on Heather Greene, she left her career in Gerontology to pursue her passion for whiskey. Currently studying to become a Master of Scotch, Courtney dreams of one day being nominated for the Keepers of the Quaich. Her reviews may be as strong as the peat in her scotch, but she guarantees honesty, integrity, and an open mind.

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