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Copperworks Distilling Co. releases two rare single cask whiskeys

Just in time for the holidays, Copperworks is releasing two new whiskeys

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If you’re still looking for gift ideas this holiday season, Copperworks has two new expressions that are perfect for the whiskey fan. The popular Washington State-based distillery announced the release of Copperworks Color Cask and Copperworks Whidbey’s Port Cask.

Copperworks Color Cask American Single Malt Whiskey

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Copperworks

It’s matured in a 200-year-old, extremely rare sherry-colored cask from Bodegas Argüeso winery in Cádiz, Spain. The result is a 100-proof single malt whiskey with flavors like dark chocolate, figs, brown butter, raisins, and leather.

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“Knowing how special these casks were, we decided not to finish a whiskey in the cask but instead do a full maturation,” Copperworks Distilling Co. President and Co-founder Jason Parker said in a press release. “The whiskey was matured for just under five years, resulting in a rich and intense whiskey unlike any we’ve ever tasted.”

Copperworks Whidbey’s Port Cask American Single Malt Whiskey

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Copperworks

Distilled using Copperworks’ “Five Malt” recipe, it’s matured for a shade under seven years in refill American single malt whiskey barrels before being finished for seven months in a cask that previously held a local port-style wine called Whidbey’s Port. The result is a 100-proof single malt whiskey with flavors like candied orange peels, cinnamon candy, sarsaparilla, white pepper, and brioche.

 Where can I buy these expressions?

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Sadly, these limited-edition expressions aren’t yet available. First Cut members now have early access to pre-order these single malt whiskeys. The general public can pre-order them beginning on November 29. Color Cask American Single Malt Whiskey will be available for $149.99, and Whidbey’s Port Cask American Single Malt Whiskey will be available for $89.99.

Christopher Osburn
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