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Copperworks Distilling Company

4.7 (197 reviews)
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Closed • 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM
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Marisa M.

Cute, cozy place to stop for some whiskey or gin flights. They had a handful of cocktails as well, I had the vodka mule and it was delicious... I just wished it came in the classic copper mug, but it was just as tasty either way. Not many options for those who don't drink hard liquor, so be aware of that and come ready to try some locally distilled drinks.

Jorge R.

Had an incredible time at Copperworks in downtown Seattle. I got to try their spirits in a great liquor tasting they offer, as well as a tour where they make their spirits onsite. Really cool and knowledgeable staff made us feel welcome. The liquors were very fun to try, and the whiskies were my favorite. I took it to the next level and did their "hand-fill experience" where you fill your own bottle of cask strength whiskey straight from the barrel. It was delicious, strong, and a tremendous memory that I'll treasure.

Whiskey tasting.
Sean F.

Such a great tour. Copperworks Distilling Company used a process I had never before seen. Lori was amazing. I had some bottles shipped home and I thought the price was fair.

Smrithi S.

They have great whiskey. We were in recently to buy a bottle as a gift for a friend. The service was very friendly and he walked us through different options and helped us make a selection. We ended up buying the Farmsmith.

Single Cask Whiskey
Steve A.

Found out about this distillery in downtown. It has a good location close to the Great Wheel. Copperworks is one of the local distilleries around. Has a tasting room with single pours, or flights. The selection is kind of limited, but what you get is high quality. A pretty good variety to choose from. It's distilled here next to the tasting room. They make gin, vodka, and whiskey. Has a few long tables inside. It's about $5 to get a pour. We had several, including the Single Cask Whiskey. Good stuff, and hard without being too strong. There's also entire bottles for sale if you want more than a sample of these. Cool location to get some freshly made booze. It's on Alaskan Way at University Street. They're open daily, but close pretty early in the evenings, even on weekends.

Barreling area
Nikki J.

Copperworks is a cool, small distillery and tasting room. I dropped by for a tour (but you should def buy online in case they close early). Paul was my server and he was very nice! Laurie was the tour guide and she was super knowledgeable. I enjoyed the tastings, they make whiskey, gin, and vodka.

Tasting in barrel room
Paul E.

I am always up for a nice distillery visit and Cooperworks tour did not disappoint. The distillery is located near Pike St Market where they have a unique approach to making their hard liquors where they use their barley based Beer in lieu of a more traditional mash bill in making their base whiskey. Whiskey produced from this unique process is a tad sweeter from this approach and offers some very nice and subtle tasting notes from a more traditional process. From this the Gin and vodkas are distilled from the base whiskey resulting in more noticeable and flavorful notes that shine through more noticeabley than the whiskey. The Gin and Vodka in particular stood out to me where drinking them neat was quite enjoyable. Relative to the facility it was clean and modern with a very inviting bar area where the the stills are visible From the bar through clear glass windows. The tour, which I highly recommend, allows you to get up close to these copper beauties that were hand formed in Scottland. Truly a work of art in my opinion and have to be seen to be appreciated. The staff is quite friendly and very knowledgeable on their products and process and give an in depth explanation of the process and equipment that I found to be very informative and fascinating. Following the tour, you sample there products in the barrel room where all the base liquors are sampled with nice size pours, some repours and if you are very lucky, and we were, you can sample some of their unique barrel whiskeys that were used in other types of liquors. Along these lines, one of the whiskeys we tried was aged in a 200 year old Port barrel. VERRRRY NICE! May I have another please (: Overall if you are a fan of whiskey and/or love distillery tours than this is an experience not to be missed. You will not be disappointed!

Andrew B.

Well we're should, I begin? Copperworks is a place that, makes you want to return & return. If your a person who the true pure taste of locally grown Whiskey, Gin & Volka then Copperworks Distillery is the place to go. I highly recommend booking a tour along with your visit which can only be done online. The staff is well knowledgeable & very friendly. Sign-up to become a member & receive a new release/exclusive bottle every quarter.

Core flight
Katie N.

Cute place right across the street from the aquarium. Service was great. It was nice to learn about how they make their products. My fave was their vodka. Check them out!

Educational whiskey tasting
Julie T.

We wandered in sort of by accident. We saw their sandwich board sign for tastings and tours and decided "what the heck! Let's see what this is all about!" We were not disappoint. We enjoyed their whiskey tasting, and got a great lesson on the distillary process. Our service was so friendly and accommodating. We felt like we were the only and most important people in Copperworks that day! It's definitely worth a drop in and a purchase!

Kembral C.

Loved the ambiance of this place. Very laid back and casual. The service was great. We ordered the bourbon flight and the gin flight. My favorite gin was the plum gin. Everything else wasn't my speed BUT this is still a great place to try if you're in the area.

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Kathryn Y.

$15 dollars will get you an amazing taste of three whiskeys. Each whiskey comes from a bottle worth $60-$100+ dollars. The water dropper allows to "open" up the flavors. The vibe here is super chill and friendly despite offering high quality and top shelf whisky. Not pretentious at all. If you're in the Emerald city and find this spot open, do it!! Taste the delicious flavors. Be careful, it's high octane and addictive.

Gin/Whiskey Flight
Jerome M.

Stopped in with the intent on buying a bottle and bringing it back with me to Cali. Found out a flight is comped if you buy a bottle. Also found out, if you get it shipped, it's tax free from the outrageous Seattle spirit tax. It gets better, if you spend over a certain amount (2 bottles) it's free fedex shipping to Cali. Also, every bottle you buy, a flight it comped. So left after two free flights, two bottles on its way and a really good nightcap! Their Gin and Whiskey is really good. Also, their vodka is decent as well. Highly recommend!

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Great staff, great whiskey, great times!! A must place to visit when in the area. Try a flight with friends and take home a bottle

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