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Est. 1892 - Five Generations

The Art of Fine Whiskey

Handcrafted in small batches using traditional copper pot stills, our spirits embody five generations of Kentucky distilling mastery. Every drop tells a story of patience, heritage, and unwavering dedication to the craft.

132
Years of Heritage
47
Awards Won
12
Expressions
Our Collection

Handcrafted Spirits

Each bottle represents decades of expertise, using only the finest grains and pure limestone-filtered water from our Kentucky springs.

Best Seller
12 Years
Reserve Bourbon
Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Reserve Bourbon

12 Years 92 Proof 750ml
15 Years
Founder's Select
Single Barrel

Founder's Select

15 Years 100 Proof 750ml
Limited Edition
8 Years
Copper Rye
Straight Rye Whiskey

Copper Rye

8 Years 95 Proof 750ml
Craftsmanship

From Grain to Glass

Every step of our distilling process honors the traditions passed down through five generations of master distillers.

01

Selection

We source only the finest non-GMO corn, rye, and malted barley from local Kentucky farms with generations of expertise.

02

Mashing

Our proprietary mash bill is combined with pure limestone spring water in traditional copper-lined cookers.

03

Distillation

Double distilled in handcrafted copper pot stills, capturing only the heart of each precious run.

04

Maturation

Aged in new charred American white oak barrels in our century-old rickhouses for unparalleled depth.

Historic Copper & Oak Distillery
1892
Our Heritage

A Legacy Written in Oak

"Good whiskey isn't made in a day. It's made in a lifetime of dedication to the craft."

- Elijah Cooper, Founder

Founded in 1892 by Elijah Cooper, our distillery has weathered Prohibition, world wars, and changing tastes. Through it all, we've remained true to one principle: never compromise on quality.

Today, the fifth generation of the Cooper family continues this proud tradition, blending time-honored methods with thoughtful innovation to craft spirits worthy of our legacy.

Read Our Story
Experience

Visit Our Tasting Room

Join us for an unforgettable journey through the art of whiskey making. Tour our historic distillery, meet our master distillers, and sample our award-winning spirits in our beautifully restored tasting room.

90-Minute Tours
Private Tastings
Event Hosting
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Experience

Tasting Notes

Discover the complex flavors and aromas that define our award-winning Reserve Bourbon.

The Nose

Vanilla Caramel Toasted Oak Dried Fruit Honey Brown Sugar

The Palate

Rich Toffee Baking Spices Dark Chocolate Toasted Nuts Leather Espresso

The Finish

Long & Warm Cinnamon Charred Oak Black Pepper Maple Smoke
Accolades

What Experts Say

"A masterclass in Kentucky bourbon. The depth and complexity of Copper & Oak's Reserve is simply unmatched in today's market."
James Morrison
James Morrison
Whiskey Advocate Magazine
"Gold Medal Winner. This bourbon exemplifies everything great about American whiskey craftsmanship. A true benchmark."
Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen
San Francisco World Spirits
"Touring Copper & Oak was a revelation. Their commitment to tradition while embracing innovation is truly inspiring."
Michael Torres
Michael Torres
Master Sommelier
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