Coppercraft Distillery
About the Distillery
Coppercraft Distillery is located in Holland, Michigan, and opened in 2012 as a local craft distillery. The distillery primarily produces gin and also works with aged spirits such as bourbon. The distillery operates tasting rooms in Holland and Saugatuck, offers guided tours, and sells products through its own retail location and a store locator.
History
Coppercraft started in 2012 in Holland and positioned itself as one of West Michigan's early, independent craft distilleries. Over time, the team has expanded production from clear spirits to also developing aged releases; a concrete step was the introduction of a 9-year straight bourbon in February 2025. In May 2026, the gin release received recognition from the American Distilling Institute, marking both product development and a focus on craftsmanship.
Raw Materials and Production
The production work spans distilling clear spirits, especially gin, to the production and aging of aged releases. Guided tours explain the differences between clear and aged spirits as well as techniques around distillation, barrel aging, and blending. For gin, a recipe of 13 botanicals is noted, with juniper berries complemented by coriander, citrus, and spices. In the whisky domain, the use of barrel aging and blending is documented, but details such as mash bills, still types, and other technical parameters are missing in the available information.
Aging and Barrel Types
Coppercraft works with barrel aging and subsequent blending for its aged spirits. The launch of a 9-year straight bourbon shows that the distillery ages whiskey for several years before release. There are no details about specific barrel types, previous contents in the barrels, or finish experiments in the available descriptions.
Whiskies
The portfolio centers on gin as a core product, supplemented by clear spirits and a growing range of aged releases. In 2025, a 9-year straight bourbon was introduced, indicating an expansion of the whiskey range. Products are sold through its own tasting rooms and a store locator.
| Whiskey | Type / Series | Age | Flavor Profile | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Year Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Bourbon | 9 Year | A 9-year straight bourbon, introduced as a new release in February 2025. | Current |
General Flavor Profile
For gin, a profile with a clear juniper balance complemented by citrus and spices.
Fruitiness is described as Citrus (orange, lemon). Spices are described as coriander and cinnamon.
Visiting the Distillery
The public can book tours in Holland, MI, where you get insight into the distillation process, barrel aging, and blending. Tours typically last 30–45 minutes, cost $20 per person, and must be reserved at least 24 hours in advance; reservations and a valid ID are required. Private tours are offered for larger groups. There are tasting rooms in both Holland and Saugatuck, and bottles can be purchased on-site. See times and book a visit.
Philosophy and Craft
The distillery's practices prioritize intention and craft in recipe development and production. For gin there is a fixed blend of 13 botanicals, and the company highlights Michigan production and local roots as part of its identity.
Awards and Recognitions
- Perfect Pour – America's Best Gin & Tonic (2026)
Latest News
Coppercraft Gin wins 'Best Gin & Tonic' 2026 – 2026-05-20
Coppercraft Gin won 'Perfect Pour – America's Best Gin & Tonic' at the American Distilling Institute’s 2026 International Spirits Competition in a blind tasting of premixed cocktails. The gin recipe highlights 13 botanicals, including juniper, coriander, orange, cinnamon, and lemon.