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Everything you need to know about Copper Rivet Distillery
Most popular bottles from the distillery
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Copper Rivet Masthouse Single Malt Whisky 2020 50cl£48.99 Inc VAT
A brief History
Copper Rivet, England. Founded in 2016.
From Dockyard to Dram: The Rise of Copper Rivet
Tucked away in the historic Chatham Dockyard in Kent, Copper Rivet Distillery isn’t your typical whisky house – and that’s exactly why people are starting to talk about it. Founded in 2016 by the Russell family, this modern, family-run operation brings a fresh English voice to the whisky scene. What makes them stand out? They handle the whole process – from grain to glass – under one roof. That means they grow or source local grain, distil it with purpose-built stills, and age it all onsite.
You could say Copper Rivet is England’s answer to the traditional Scottish single malt – but with a clean, contemporary twist. The distillery feels more like a small-batch kitchen than an old-world cathedral of casks. And the result? Crisp, elegant spirits with a definite sense of place. If you haven’t tried English whisky before, this is a great starting point. You’ll find thoughtful craftsmanship, a clear identity, and a willingness to break a few rules – in the best way.
Flavour Profile:
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| Oaky / Woody |
Fruity |
Malty / Cereal |
Copper Rivet is known for crafting smooth, light, and well-balanced English whiskies. The house style leans on clean malt notes, gentle orchard fruit, and a warm backbone of vanilla and oak. It's the kind of whisky that doesn’t shout – it quietly impresses. Great on its own or as a conversation-starter at a casual evening.
Top 4 Flavour Profile Ingredients
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Oak / Wood Spice |
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Apple / Pear |
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Vanilla |
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Honey |
Popular Bottles from Copper Rivet
Here’s a snapshot of some of their most talked-about whiskies:
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Masthouse Single Malt (Signature) – Their flagship English single malt; bright and layered.
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Masthouse Single Malt - Single Estate Whisky – A smooth and characterful whisky with notes of honey, stone fruit, vanilla and gentle spice.
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Masthouse Single Grain – Son of the Gun – Smooth, sweet, and a bit playful.
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Limited Edition Cask Series – Various experimental and seasonal bottlings.
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The Distillery
The Distiller: Copper Rivet Distillery
Address: Pump House No. 5, Chatham Dockyard, Leviathan Way, Chatham ME4 4LP, England
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 copperrivetdistillery.com |
 +01634 931122 |
Visitor Centre
Yes – Copper Rivet has a fully operating visitor centre and offers guided tours, tastings, and hands-on experiences. You can expect a relaxed, welcoming vibe with views of the stills, casks, and dockside charm. Tours run several days a week, including weekends, though Sunday hours are usually shorter. Booking ahead is smart, especially in summer or around holidays.
Ownership & History
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Current Owners: The Russell family – Bob, Stephen, and Matthew Russell.
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Founded: 2016
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Location: Chatham, Kent, England
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Notable Info: One of the few true grain-to-glass distilleries in England. All stages – milling, fermentation, distilling, ageing, bottling – are handled onsite. A strong focus on transparency and regional identity.
Distillery Facts
Overview & History
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Copper Rivet Distillery is located in the historic Chatham Dockyard in Kent, England.
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Founded in the mid-2010s, with production beginning around 2016.
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Family-run, focused on craft production and local sourcing.
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Operates as a grain-to-glass distillery, meaning all stages — grain selection, mashing, distillation, and maturation — are handled in-house.
Production
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Uses grain grown locally within roughly 20 miles of the distillery.
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Produces single malt whisky, single grain whisky, gin, vodka, and liqueurs.
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Fermentation is long and controlled to encourage fruity, complex flavours.
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Spirits are distilled on custom-designed copper stills.
Whisky Range (Masthouse)
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Masthouse Single Malt – pot-distilled, English single malt with a fruity, modern profile.
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Masthouse Single Grain – made using column distillation, typically lighter and sweeter.
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Whiskies tend to be younger but crafted with high precision.
Flavour Profile
Typical characteristics for Copper Rivet whisky include:
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Bright, clean flavour.
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Notes of orchard fruit, vanilla, cereal sweetness, and light oak spice.
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Smooth, approachable texture without heavy peat influence.
Distillery Character & Significance
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Considered part of the new wave of English whisky distilleries.
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Known for strong emphasis on quality, locality, and innovation.
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The historic dockyard setting and small-batch operations make it popular for distillery tours.
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Whiskies appeal to those seeking a modern English style rather than traditional Scotch profiles.
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