Whiskey Reviews: Copperworks American Single Malt Release 044, 045 landed on my desk at 50% ABV, carrying a $69.99. Six casks of single barley variety single malt whiskey make up 94% of this whiskey price tag. Here is what I found.
Nose
Tangy nectarine and vanilla come through, along with a chalky texture on the nose reminding me of sweet tarts or Necco wafers. There are notes of wood, and maybe a bit of pine sap. Wood and dusty hay stands out first. Honeysuckle and clover blossom follow after the whiskey opens, along with maple syrup. The whiskey opens with peachy iced tea flavor, not terribly sweet, and coffee notes hit mid-palate, along with cocoa nib and light honey. Final Thoughts: My preference of the two whiskeys, Release 044 offered a bit more complexity in the profile. And while I wouldnt necessarily recommend this whiskey, I did enjoy the savory aspects on the palate and the nose was thoroughly pleasant. Score: 3.5/5 Tasting Notes: Copperworks American Single Malt Whiskey Release 045 Vital Stats: Six casks of single barley variety single malt whiskey make up 94% of this whiskey. This component was distilled from Fritz variety of barley and matured 36 months in charred new American Oak Casks. The remaining 6% is whiskey matured 60 months in Manzanilla sherry casks. 50% ABV. SRP $69.99/750ml. Appearance: A dandelion yellow with thin legs. Nose: Wood and dusty hay stands out first. Honeysuckle and clover blossom follow after the whiskey opens, along with maple syrup. Palate: Thin, mellow, and pleasantly bitter, the whiskey lacks a bit of substance. I got a charcoal note, with the distinct sweetness of corn on the cob. This expression has less character than 044, and will likely be lost in a stronger cocktail or even with a bit of ice. Final Thoughts: Release 045 is slightly less impactful than 044, though both are lacking in a bit of substance that I was looking for. I appreciated the earthy nose on this whiskey, and there were some levels on the palate that I had to really stop and think about to find distinct notes, but once I identified what I was looking for, I was left wanting. Score: 3/5
Palate
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The Bottom Line
Whiskey Reviews: Copperworks American Single Malt Release 044, 045 did not quite work for me. At $69.99. Six casks of single barley variety single malt whiskey make up 94% of this whiskey, I would steer you toward other bottles that offer more for your money in this category.
