It’s not every day that you get to sample craft spirits from an abandoned hotel. Yet, if you find yourself at the Copper Fox Distillery in Williamsburg, that is the exact experience you’ll have in store. What once stood as the Lord Paget Hotel is now a beloved stop along the Williamsburg Tasting Trail, which meanders through Jamestown and Yorktown. Step inside and you’ll be delighted by this unique transformation.
Copper Fox Distillery originally began in the small town of Sperryville, Virginia, where in 2005 it launched the first applewood-aged whisky in the world.
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The unique approach used to make whisky also applies to the distillery’s newest location: a formerly abandoned motel in Williamsburg.
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After much renovation and restoration, the company eventually transformed this modest space into a festive and enjoyable stop along the famous Williamsburg Tasting Trail.
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When you visit this new location today, you’ll find beautiful hardwood floors, furnishings that are both functional and decorative, and a unique glimpse at how this specialty whisky is made.
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Tours are offered every 30 minutes, free of charge. Those 21 and older can also enjoy a tasting or even a cocktail made right on site.
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Of course, you don’t have to enjoy spirits to become enchanted by Copper Fox. The business often has seasonal events, tastings, live music, and other festivities for all ages to enjoy.
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The next time you’re in Williamsburg, be sure to add this unique attraction to your itinerary so that you can admire the total transformation of the building. For more information, be sure to visit the website here. The Copper Fox Williamsburg location can be found at 901 Capitol Landing Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23185.
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