I have been looking forward to getting my hands on Copperworks American Single Malt Cask No. 7-2. Bottled at 65.6% ABV, 131 and priced at $90, it promises genuine character.
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
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.
The Bottom Line
Copperworks American Single Malt Cask No. 7-2 is outstanding — one of those bottles that reminds you why you fell in love with whiskey in the first place. If you see it at $90, do not hesitate. This one earns a permanent spot on the shelf.
