Brooklyn Distillery Tour

Why we recommend this tour

We recommend this tour for spirits enthusiasts and history buffs interested in New York City's craft beverage scene. It offers an authentic look into traditional whiskey making within a unique historic setting.

About this tour

This Brooklyn Distillery Tour offers a behind-the-scenes journey into Kings County Distillery, New York City's oldest whiskey distillery since Prohibition. You'll explore their historic facility within the Brooklyn Navy Yard, learning the intricate process of whiskey production from milling to distillation. Starting in the Paymaster Building, the tour guides you through each step: milling, mashing, fermenting, and distilling. You'll taste their signature moonshine directly on the distillery floor before moving to the barrel room to discover the secrets of aging whiskey. The experience concludes with a guided tasting session featuring four distinct whiskeys. This tour provides a unique perspective on craft spirits and the rich history of Brooklyn's industrial past, making it a compelling experience for spirits enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

Highlights

• Explore Kings County Distillery, NYC's oldest since Prohibition
• Tour the historic Paymaster Building at the Brooklyn Navy Yard
• Learn the full whiskey-making journey: milling, mashing, fermenting, distilling
• Taste signature moonshine directly on the distillery floor
• Visit the barrel room and discover whiskey aging secrets
• Enjoy a guided tasting of four distinct whiskeys
• Gain insights into craft spirits production

Who is this tour for?

• Whiskey and spirits enthusiasts
• History buffs interested in NYC's Prohibition era
• Visitors looking for unique Brooklyn experiences
• Adults curious about craft beverage production
• Couples seeking an engaging afternoon activity

Insider tips

• Book in advance, especially for weekend tours, as spots fill quickly.
• Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be walking through a working distillery.
• Consider arriving early to explore the Brooklyn Navy Yard area beforehand.
• Be prepared for a strong whiskey aroma inside the distillery.

What's included

• Alcoholic Beverages

Itinerary

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   Take a guided tour of Kings County Distillery, the oldest whiskey distillery in New York City since prohibition. Learn more about the rich history of whiskey and how it helped shaped America. Stand on the distillery floor and learn more about the science and magic of mashing, fermentation and pot distillation. Take in the angel's share in our barrel room and find out how the spirit is mellowed by the oak while it picks up all its color and develops deeper flavors. The tour ends with a tasting of four of our core products:

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