Copperwing Distillery

What a cool distillery! It’s so cute inside and had incredible drinks! Had the mule and the Celebration Mule and the Black Forest Manhattan. Loved them both! House made ginger beer makes me so happy. There was a food truck outside and Haggard Barrel Brewing nearby too to make it a nice little pub crawl.

Great selection of cocktails and amazing service. The cocktail menu is exhaustive. There's something for everyone. The space is very cute. Our wait staff was amazing. I got the "rhymes with orange" drink and it was phenomenal. Not a big food menu but we got the warm pretzels and the mustard that came with it was delicious.

Great tour and education of spirit making. Samples included. A well kept secret that needs to be discovered. Very good bourbon, gin and vodka all made right there

I went for the tour and tasting and stayed to sample some cocktails. The owner hosted my tour and his passion for his work was obvious. He shared interesting details of the process and the history behind the Copperwing brand and details of the steps behind developing their spirits. The cocktails and pizza I had were all phenomenal. I was really impressed with speedy service and welcoming attitude of the bartenders. I was also delighted by the selection of non-alcoholic cocktails that used the same premium ingredients as many of the spirit-based cocktails, but were clearly designed to be balanced to stand on their own.

Not much of a food menu, you can bring your own or order delivery, which is what we did. Came to catch us with a girlfriend and my bartenders were so nice and friendly. It wasn’t too busy when i was there but i enjoyed the atmosphere. Recommend for a chill night, seem light a low key place for some quality conversations and good time. Ahhh one thing, the mirror in the ladies bathroom was sooo funny, please please change the mirror

Our favorite distillery/bar in the west metro. Familiar faces work the bar and are fun to talk to, and it's a small, intimate atmosphere. There is no outdoor area, but it's a great place for winter/rainy days

Worth the visit 100%! Unique spot with something for everyone (including those who don’t drink alcohol as their N/A list is awesome!) highly recommend

Great distillery with friendly staff and fantastic cocktails. My friends and I ventured out to try this place and were impressed with each drink we ordered. Our bartender Daniel provided great recommendations and did a nice job making our cocktails. They don’t have food, but we brought in some cheeses and meats and made a charcuterie platter to complement what we were trying. I noticed some people doing a tour while we were there, would love to do this on our next visit, just reading in their website I could see this place has an interesting backstory. If you’re in the area I highly recommend stopping by!

We really enjoyed our visit to Copperwing in a Saturday afternoon. My husband and I brought along our newborn in his carrier and we're able to place him on the built in bench without feeling too crowded. The space is industrial modern with large glass barriers separating the tasting room from the production facility. It's small, maybe 8-10 tables and 10-12 seats at the bar but it seemed like as a group arrived another would leave so always full but not at standing room which was nice. Bartenders were friendly and greeted us upon arrival and advised the app is the best way to view the menu and order. It was really nice to be able to see pictures of the drinks in the app so you knew the glassware it was served in. I started with the mocha martini and I'd give it a 'top 5 in the Twin Cities reviews'. Light and the right balance of sweet and bitter. I loved the detail of serving it with the chocolate covered espresso beans which I could have eaten like Candy. My husband had the wing in a sling which was fun and tropical but again, not overly sweet which we prefer. I finished with the Spaghetti policy which was a nod to the French 75 coupled with a Negroni and it was quite delightful. A nice effervescence from the champagne with a little extra flavor. Definitely will be back to visit this great find in SLP.

Stopped in again to Copperwing. Pleased to say they are consistent! Consistently serving great drinks, providing pleasant service and a good atmosphere. Love it here!

Another lovely local distillery hidden in a warehouse park. Their whiskey is nothing to speak of (not compared to other whiskey focused distilleries), but the overall spirit lineup is decent, and the cocktail room is excellent. The servers are full of enthusiasm, and with only six employees, they really have to know their stuff. The menu is broader than their neighbor Dampfwerk, and yet everything is made in house, including syrups and bitters. We drank a broad combo of highball and stirred drinks, and all were solid. The smoked old fashioned was very on trend but also potentially the best of the batch. Not much food, but you can order in. Great place for a first date or for sharing!

Fantastic hidden gem in SLP. I almost don't want to talk about how great the place is because I want it all to myself! Went for a happy hour bday celebration on a cold Wednesday night in February and had a great time. If you need a mid-week pick me up, go here. Tucked away in an industrial park, like a lot of new breweries/distilleries in the cities, Copperwing is unassuming on the outside but intimate with a hint of mysterious on the inside. There is fairly limited seating, but on a Wednesday night, we had no problem finding a table for 8 and there was still room for a handful of other parties to join us. The cocktails are outstanding and the prices are really reasonable. We actually had a server and he did a great job. It felt like he was our private server. Can't really ask for more - private setting, private service, lovely atmosphere, tasty drinks, and not crazy expensive! I'll absolutely be back.

Great place to visit with delicious drinks! The bartender Jack is very attentive to the customers. He has a very friendly pleasant demeanor with great customer service skills. My drinks were made to perfection and I enjoyed my soft pretzel! The place doesn't offer much seating and was busy during my visit! If you are looking for a delicious drink I highly suggest this place.

This is by far one of my favorite cocktail places! I love everything about this place! The drink menu has something for everyone. I will say their Bloody Mary was by far my favorite. What is cool about it is that it is a martini and there is no tomato juice, it's a different twist, but I like it! For their holiday drinks I tried their holiday cheer which was lovely and reminded me of holiday punch I use to drink at my grandpas house. I really loved their spiked egg nog and went 3 times in two weeks just to get it, seriously not an eggnog fan but man was that stuff good. It turns the nonbelievers into believers! Seriously amazing! Make sure to try anything with their strawberry vodka, outstanding! I also took home a bottle of their premade old fashion and it didn't last long at my house! Make sure to check out this cute spot in St. Louis park!

The bartenders were super cool and nice. The drinks were very tasty! The drink menu was very extensive and seemed to have more specific tastes so you could really narrow down and get exactly what you were going for. The only downside is that the space isn't the biggest unfortunately, but drinks/service are great!

Relaxed cocktail lounge with great service. There is a fair amount of parking, but be aware that not all spaces are designated for the distillery. Across the parking lot you can find Dampfwerk Distillery as well. Our server was energetic and happy to help us figure out what the perfect drink would be. They have a LARGE drink menu and it was easy to find something to enjoy. There is not very much seating so I wouldn't recommend this location for larger groups. In addition to the drinks, we also ordered a Heggies pizza from the bar. The only downside was that it was a bit warm in the distillery.

I've never been able to partake of the cocktails in the tasting room, since we moved to the neighborhood in a post-Covid world, but I am so glad we discovered Copperwing and I'm looking forward to enjoying an in-distillery drink as soon as public health interests allow for it. That said, we've been enjoying some amazing cocktails in the comfort of our own home. My husband is a huge fan of whiskey, while I personally prefer gin or tequila. Thankfully Copperwing has something for both of us. I've enjoyed two gin cocktail kits, the Rosemary Gin Gimlet and the Triple Pepper Bowtie, and both have been phenomenal. My husband has been loving their pre-mixed Old Fashioned. Pickup is so easy and makes me feel incredibly safe. Each time we've picked our orders up, there has been a single masked employee handling the orders, they've been friendly, helpful, and quick. The distillery itself can be a bit difficult to find, and I recommend making your first trip in the daylight hours so it's easier to spot the lovely wing sign above the door. Support these guys please! Can't wait to bike over and take advantage of our neighborhood distillery in better, simpler times.

This place is so adorable! It would be a great first date spot as it's very intimate and they have great cocktails. I got a dirty martini with vodka that was absolutely perfect. You order with a QR code at the table.There cocktail seating is very limited and cramped so that's why gave this place a 4/5 stars. I would still definitely come back and recommend coming here. It's very close to Dampfwerk distillery honestly about a one minute walk so it's fun to go to both of them!

If you are looking for a tiny distillery with little to no food and way over priced drinks this is the place for you. I got the Paloma which was very nice drink however it to me was way over priced. I understand they make all the alcohol there that's why it's more expensive but for $10+ after tax and tip I expected the best drink I've ever had it was good but tasted like a typical drink. The venue is very small so if you have a big group it might be hard to find spots to sit. Also half the seats block the entrance/exit which is silly. Overall I don't need to come back. If you are looking for food they have frozen pizzas they make. The chicken Alfredo was pretty good. Otherwise no food here just drinks

My wife and I came here for a pre-dinner cocktail. The bar is small and intimate with plain decor. Josie was our friendly bartender who made me a Negroni made with their gin aged in oak, orange liqueur, sweet vermouth, and orange peel. While it was good, it was very one note orange with a mild taste of gin in the background. I was hoping for it to be bold. My wife had the Dirty Dirty, a dirty martini with gin, olive brine juice, and smoked salt. Very good cocktail.

Copperwing is a little distillery tucked in a small suite in a larger building. The taproom is small and cozy, about 5 small tables, one long table and an L-shaped bar. I arrived on a Friday night around 7pm or so and it was moderately busy. There were only 2 employees behind the bar so the service was a bit slow and it took a while to clear tables. Nevertheless, the employees were friendly and offered their in-house-made hand sanitizer to patrons as they were clearing and wiping down tables. They even have signs posted outside and on the bar stating to stay home if you have any symptom such as fever or cough. I appreciate them doing their part to keep the community safe. My friends and I ordered the Copperwing Club and Framboise 75. We didn't share so I can only speak for the Copperwing Club. This is made with their fresas gin with raspberry shrub, lemon, honey, and egg white powder. It was light, fruity and had a beautiful presentation. All the cocktails are $9-$11, so very reasonably priced for a distillery. Other things to note, there are 2 gender neutral restrooms and plenty of parking. There are also non-alcoholic beverage options, some bar snacks and Heggie's pizza available to order. They also sell 375ml bottles of their spirits and some other merchandise.

Copperwing is a hidden gem of St. Louis Park. The drinks are creative and well-executed. The staff are knowledgeable and show an obvious care and passion for their business and their products. I love the Red Bowtie Redux. It's the perfect blend of sweet and spicy. Copperwing adds new drinks to their menu seasonally so there's always something new to look forward to. The ambience is incredible. It's a nice intimate setting, great for a date night. The view into the distilling room is really cool! I love coming here, I highly recommend checking out Copperwing if you haven't already!

I visited Copperwing Distillery on Wednesday night. This place is definitely a cocktail room. This is not the place to go if you are looking for a cheap drinks and a quick buzz. Instead if you are looking to enjoy a great cocktail from a place that understands how to enhance the drink this is your spot. We tried two drinks this night: the Juniper Remedy and the Copper Mule. The Juniper Remedy is a warm drink that was perfect on the cold nights we have been experiencing in MN. The Copper Mule on the other hand was Copperwing's take on the classic Mule. Both drinks were delicious! Overall the atmosphere was very inviting and it was a fun experience. They have a revolving menu so if you are looking to try the drinks mentioned be sure to stop in!

So glad we discovered this place!! Intimate atmosphere with quite an impressive cocktails list and great service. The Manhattan (made with their in-house version of sweet vermouth) was one of the best Manhattans I ever tasted. Had a great time chatting with our bartender Troy and learning about how some of the drinks came about. We even brainstormed a name for the new upcoming martini! Highly recommend this place, will definitely be back!!

This was my first experience at a distillery so I don't have much to compare it too, but Copperwing Distillery has some unique charm. The space is small, and not good for large groups, but does offer a nice intimacy for date night or drinks with a couple friends. They don't have any food except for pizza, but I think it's a frozen pizza that they heat up for you. This felt a little off to me since the vibe is more upscale. You can bring your own food though so that's an option. The drinks were very good, again upscale and a little spendy, but I felt the quality of the drinks were worth the price. It wasn't really my type of place, and I don't see myself going here again, but I would definitely recommend it to others. The drinks really are very good and service is great. You will find lots of unique creations and quality drinks.

Stopped here tonight and cannot wait to come back! I was warmly greeted by the two guys working there and spent a ton of time talking through how they choose their recipes and what makes them unique. We got the opportunity to try a number of them and enjoyed them all! My personal favorite was the red bow tie gimlet. It was slightly spicy but perfectly balanced in flavor- amazing and beautiful! I also got the Paloma which was a slightly different take as it wasn't tequila but was delicious and sweet. Great service and delicious cocktails! Look forward to coming back

Okay wow! I LOVED this place. Last night was my first night home from college for winter break and my mom and I tried this out. It's in a random location, you have to drive through SLP neighborhoods to find it but it's worth it. It's pretty small inside, mood lighting, and a great seasonal menu. Like I've said in other reviews, I love a good Moscow mule! The guy working tonight said they happened to have cranberry vodka (limited time just from a leftover event) so I had 2 cranberry mules! My mom even had one and she HATES Moscow mules normally. They said they made the ginger beer themselves (yum)! We also tried the "Earl Greyhound" and they made the infused Earl Grey vodka themselves which is one of my moms favorite flavors. Also right up my alley, snack food. I was hungry after driving all day and they had pretzels/goldfish usual snacks you could buy for a couple bucks, but the Heggie's frozen pizza really added to my cocktail. Wow- just so pleased and can't wait to go back!

Found this little distillery on Instagram. The location is tucked into SLPs industrial district. We went around 9pm on a Friday night and it was busy! There was much space to sit and it took a while to have the bartenders serve you but this is because they take the time to make each individual drink. I thought the "vodskey" was made up name of a drink at first but its actually a type of vodka Copperwing distills. They don't have a drink menu online but this is because it changes seasonally. They also sell 3.75 bottles which are great if you just want to sample or give as a gift. All in all, the place is small and hipstery but the bar tenders were really helpful and the drinks were good. The prices are what you expect - between $11-$13 drinks. I'd go back again.

Horrible waited for 25 minutes after ordering at table via the app. They ignored me when I went to ask about the drinks. Then didn't know what I order even though I showed them the email with my order. servers didn't seem to care.

I love the atmosphere here as well as the cocktails. It's the perfect mix of cozy and industrial. The drinks are delicious and the employees are very knowledgeable and friendly when looking for a perfect drink. Definitely recommend!!

I really wanted to like this place more but I wasn't feeling the cocktails. No problems with the booze itselft just the cocktails served. The staff was great and friendly. The environment was small but confortable. I will go again and see if the cocktails are more suited to my taste and re-review.

I've been to his place at least a dozen times, hoping against hope that the libations would get better; alas, they never did. The alcoholic drinks are essentially watery, sugary and otherwise tasteless concoctions hard to distinguish one from the next - and I have a highly-refined palate. I have worked my way up and down and left to right over all the drink menus at Copperwing and I think this distillery is simply not worth the money. Please read on. The ambience is not cozy or welcoming; the location itself is uninviting; parking is tight: it's very industrial inside and noise reverberates off the concrete floors and walls incessantly. Prices are not commensurate with expectations. The bartenders can be engaging and knowledgeable but are too slow and unresponsive when the the place gets crowded - which is easy, given it's small size. Their ceaseless fingering & fondling of ingredients in some sort of bizarre bartender ballet and endlessly pedantic description of their "shrubs" becomes annoying after experiencing it at every visit. How about just making a cocktail in under 10 minutes, could you do that? It saddens me to leave a negative review, but it also saddens me that people think what Copperwing is peddling are quality drinks. Sometimes the "craft" in craft distillery means the craft of getting consumers to believe a distillery is something special and therefore justify it to charge premium prices to naive consumers (including me); while Copperwing excels at that craft, it fails at crafting cocktails of any discernible quality.

Great little gem tucked away in an industrial park. Fun drink menu that rotates seasonally. Not a bad drink on the list. They have Heggies pizza if you get hungry. Bottles are now in some liquor stores too.

Overall: good cocktails in a fun setting This place is tucked back in garage setting. Hard to find but glad we did. The bar was full of what appeared to be a group of regulars. The bartenders were happy to serve us though. I had a drink with gin, vodka, and lime...super good. I forget the name, sorry. Popcorn is just a bag of simple pop, nothing homemade or fancy. Skip that. We'd come back.

Since my last review, we've officially tried all the gimlets and then some. Their red continues to be my favorite with the thai chili pepper, but my BF is a big fan of their black. It's got such a unique taste that is a must try! If you're looking for something sweeter, the Current 75 is super light and refreshing.

I stumbled upon Copperwing this week when I was checking in to Warehouse Winery next door and happened to notice Copperwing was right nearby. The wine samples weren't enough for me that day so we hopped over to Copperwing afterwards to check it out. From the moment I walked in I knew that I loved it. Okay, so this might seem really weird.....but it smells really good in there. Maybe it is the citrus that they use in the drinks, maybe it is because it is new, maybe it just clean, i dont know.... but I do know that I just kept sniffing the air because it smelled so good. Not a thought I typically have a distillery where I usually feel like I am getting contact drunk from the fumes. Anyway, enough about the fragrance (but really, can we eau de parfum that into a bottle for me?). The next thing I noticed was how much I love the look of the place. It really is beautiful space. It is small so I imagine on a busy weekend it might get packed and less great, but for the evening we went it just felt intimate. The glassware was beautiful, and their bar looked like it should be in a hip magazine. They had a super cool industrial-chic light fixture in their taproom that I would like for my livingroom. Behind the bar is all glass so you can see their room where they make the spirits (I literally don't know any terminology for that, sorry). The lighting in there faded into different colors. I'm kind of over the party lights phase of my life, but this was different. It definitely added a "coolness" factor into the place. Alright, enough about the interior design now. I don't even watch HGTV so what do I even know about design?? I do know that I like alcohol, and I also know I liked their drinks. The bartender told us that there are no bad drinks, just different drinks for different people....and I would completely agree. There were so many different options. I went with the drink with the most fruity-ness involved in the description (Screw in a shoe)-peach, orange, lemon, i don't even know what else but what I got was g'damn sophisticated candy in a glass. Seriously, it was adult sweettarts....but not like the the concoction that I made in college (sunkist, kool-aid, and cheap vodka...anyone else drink that mess in a bottle???) it was smooth and tasty and cute. My partner got the early greyhound, which was a tea infused vodka drink. It was so good....could have had a few of those. But really there are so many more on that menu that I wanted to give a try so I will be back! One last thing, both of the bartenders working that evening were so nice. They were willing to chat with you for however long and never seemed to rush you with anything. They took their time making the drinks, because they were masterpieces obviously. They talked about what they liked, how stuff is made, and just generally seemed interested in the people they were serving. Super happy for this new addition to the twin cities.

Let me start by saying that as a liquor enthusiast, and bourbon distributor, that I love to see new distilleries popping up throughout Minneapolis. The ambiance and décor of Copperwing is absolutely top shelf. They offer a warm and inviting vibe, that is met with two of three helpful bartenders, who clearly know what they're doing, and are happy to recommend their favorites. Unfortunately, this is where the quality reached a screeching halt. Upon ordering a flight of their liquors, my girlfriend and I sat down, excited to see what Copperwing had to offer. In looking at the 4 liquors presented, it appeared as though all but one had been bathtub brewed, that being the gin. Each of their vodkas smelled and tasted like they had been drug through a cow pasture, and tasted about the like. I would warn against ever taking loved ones, family, or coworkers to this establishment unless revenge is your end game.

The girlfriend and I went here waiting for our reservation at another joint. I was pleasantly surprised that this place is a mile down the street from our new residence! A very small cocktail bar hidden in a business center offers solid little creations, including our conclusive favorite Red BowTie Gimlet (it'll mean with the taste buds) Also manages to squeeze some live music in there on a Wednesday afternoon Solid spot! I will be back!

Huge distillery accompanied by a quaint bar and lounge area. I got the dirty dirty but was also able to try the Copper Mule (GET IT) and the Patina (aka the adult slushee). I really want to go back so I can try more things because everything was so good! Great selections of vodka and gin drink. No frills with awesome customer service. The bartenders are extremely friendly and happy. Highly recommend it for some one-on-one time!

Excellent drinks, lovely choices or request your own basic ones. Friendly staff who are awesome at answering questions and making suggestions. I'll be a regular!

The venue is OK, but hard to find. Even without snow, it's not easy to figure out where to go. Once you do find it, the space is a bit tight and the chairs are very hard. It's a factory and it doesn't hide that fact. It's loud, cold, bright... Not the place you'd want to settle in and enjoy a few cocktails--so, yeah. The drinks are fine, if pretty standard for craft cocktails. (I realize that may be the bougiest statement that I have ever uttered, but so it goes). Don't expect to be blown away, but they're not bad either. They are expensive, though, so maybe it's good that you don't want to stay for a few. Take a bottle home and enjoy it there.

Great menu of craft cocktails, which are made with in-house distilled spirits. You can also buy spirits by the bottle. Awesome, knowledgeable service from the people serving/making drinks. Highly recommend this place for your next outing.

Charming little place tucked away in an industrial park. Drinks change seasonally. Staff was very friendly and kind and paid a lot of attention to the drinks they were making. Lovely little spot!

The drinks here are delicious (tho be careful- they are strong!), and the atmosphere is cozy. With there not being a lot of space inside, it seems ideal for a group of 2-4 to get together.

This is a chill place on a Saturday. Came in town for the weekend and tried this place and must say it was good. Drinks are very well made and the two guys, Andrew and Chris, are very nice and great conversationalist.

Quaint. Casual. Fun. Drinks were unique. Some we liked more than others. My favorite was the Thai red chili pepper bow tie gimlet made with vodka. It had the perfect amount of heat. A great place to meet up with a few friends.

This place is phenomenal! Great drinks and service. I had the old fashion and my wife had the Earl grey, both were amazing. Next time I am there i will pick up a bottle of whiskey for our home.

Great new distillery in St Louis Park. Since I normally drink beer the bartenders were excellent in helping me decide what to drink. The Copper Hopper, which was quite good, was like a Thin Mint in a glass. If you are looking for drinks after dinner or work this is worth checking out.

You must check Copperwing out, especially their drink menu then buy a bottle to take home. It is a small place and can get crowded during peak times.

My husband and I always have a great time at this distillery. The bartenders are funny and personable. I actually like all of the liquor they distill and recommend getting a flight to try the different kinds by themselves. Highly recommend!

TLDR; good booze, don't waste your time at this location The booze here is pretty solid and I would buy bottles at a store but stay away from the tap room. Been here both opening day and today and even when it's not busy, be prepared to wait forever for a drink. As the 3rd group in line (2 groups of 2 ahead of us) it took over 10 minutes to get a drink. .

Definitely try this cute/unexpected place! It is quaint and intimate but somehow also good for a group happy hour! The drinks are good, the space is small but with plenty of seating and a friendly atmosphere. I tried the dakiri, and a screw in a shoe which was a little too sweet for me but the dakiri was delicious and could drink a few of those! There were a few other drinks that looked good on the menu I can't wait to try as well. I live nearby and could see this becoming a favorite for me! I love that there is a place like this in my neighborhood now! Just note that this is truly a distillery and they don't serve food or have food trucks outside like some places downtown. Not really a drawback for me but thought it was worth noting.

Been back a few more times and still think this place is great. I personally liked their Moscow Mule, Greyhound, and the White Russian was the best I have ever had as they use cold pressed Five Watt coffee instead of Kahlua.

Fun hidden away cocktail room worth seeking out. Had some tasty drinks in a fun atmosphere.

Came here to get away from a wedding in the same area. We were able to try a bit of everything and I have nothing bad to say. This place is going places. I would encourage anyone to stop in or make the trip out here!

John and Daniel are great bartenders. Drinks are great. John is a great hugger and really boosted my self esteem. When John came to hug me unfortunetly he was not as tall out from behind the bar, but the great hair makes up for it. Daniel might be the only person alive who can make a Heggies pizza better then me. Also luckily Daniel is taller then John!

The bartenders were very nice and knowledgeable. This distillery uses local products in its liquors which i am a big fan. Their gin was amazing i would recommend it highly.

Great cocktails and great service - knowledgeable bartenders without being pretentious as I've found at Marvel.