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7 Distilleries in Brooklyn That You Shouldn't Miss
It seems like most folks have a grandmother, great-uncle or some other distant relative that used to live in Brooklyn, or perhaps a friend that lives there now. In the early 1900s, it was a mecca for immigrants arriving via Ellis Island. A hundred years later, young professionals and artists left pricey Manhattan digs for Brooklyn's cheaper and more expansive space. Neighborhoods like Brooklyn Heights and Park Slope, which had fallen into disrepair over the years, were restored and reborn as funky enclaves. Walk or bike over the historic Brooklyn Bridge (or ride the subway) to Brooklyn Heights for a stroll along the Promenade and breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline. Meander through Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens for a taste of nature in the urban wilds. Catch a performance at the world-famous Brooklyn Academy of Music. From the delicious Italian restaurants of Bensonhurst to the Irish bars that line the avenues of Bay Ridge, from the hotdogs and rollercoasters of Coney Island to the bagels and handball courts of Greenpoint, Brooklyn is a state of mind as well as a dynamic community. Discover why, no matter where people move on to, they remain Brooklynites at heart.
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1. Kings County Distillery
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5.0 based on 320 reviews
Kings County Distillery is New York City's premier craft distillery and among the most acclaimed small distilleries in the United States. Focused exclusively on whiskeys, Kings County has made a name for its bourbon, peated bourbon, rye and other creative whiskeys. We only distill whiskey for our label and we never sell whiskey made from any other source.
Reviewed By 502timtimt
Came here on a night where the wife went to Broadway instead. Had a great time - small tour of 5 people and Lisa, the guide, was great - told us so many interesting and intriguing things about prohibition, the history of distilling whiskey in New York and the science of it - very cool. Oh and did I mention the liqour? We got to sample several different kind they make and I highly recommend the peated varieties! Try them out and then definitely stay for another drink in the bar - Dmitrious was great and he makes some awesome cocktails with their whiskey!
2. New York Distilling Company
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
Established in 2011, we distill Dorothy Parker, Perry's Tot, and Chief Gowanus gins as well as Ragtime Rye Whiskey and Mr. Katz's Rock & Rye. Centered around a philosophy to be both purposeful and original, and rooted in a classic cocktail usage methodology- we develop spirits with a specific versatility for a range of mixed drinks or sipping. Come join us for a drink Tuesday-Sunday at our neighboring bar, The Shanty, or a free tour on Saturday's and Sundays. Reservations and VIP Tours available. Email us with any questions or inquiries.
Reviewed By G9011CSclaireb
Came with three other Brooklynites. The tour does not cover a lot of physical space, but our tour guide Kevin was amazing, and the information he offered was absolutely fascinating. Learned a lot of very interesting history of the spirits and of NYC itself. One of the most informative distillery tours I've ever been on. Of course the tasting was awesome, and Kevin's perspective as a seasoned bartender was such an added bonus. Kevin really made the tour. Afterwards, really enjoyed the cocktails at the bar. We all left with multiple bottles. I highly recommend.
3. Van Brunt Stillhouse
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Distillery Tours and Whiskey Tastings. Handcrafted whiskey made in Brooklyn with locally sourced grains. Craft cocktails served in the bar with seasonal cocktail menu and a cocktail of the week. Distillery Tours are aprox 1 hour long and include a whiskey tasting. Located in the heart of Red Hook, Brooklyn,
4. Moto Spirits Distillery
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5.0 based on 40 reviews
Come taste the adventure in America’s first Rice Whiskey and Jabuka distillery in Brooklyn, New York. Inspired by MOTOrcycle trips around the world, MOTO Spirits handcrafts small-batch, rice-based whiskeys and award-winning specialty spirits. We welcome you to indulge in our free tasting tours for a Brooklyn-made experience.
5. Breuckelen Distilling
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
To us, craft means always starting from raw ingredients, adding only water to our spirits, and letting nature run its course inside our whiskey barrels. We’d rather go back to working in Finance than make compromises. So we’ll never source mature spirits, add flavoring or coloring, or use chemical engineering to circumvent aging tradition. We don’t just make our spirits from scratch, though. We also develop our own recipes by following our taste buds. Rather then sticking to tradition, this approach has led us to create spirits that taste different than the other bottles on the shelves.
6. Cacao Prieto
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4.0 based on 21 reviews
Cacao Prieto is a full beans to bar chocolate factory, using cacao sourced from the Dominican Rebublic to make delicious dark chocolate. In partner with our sister company located in the same building we also produce a almost sinful cacao rum. The building we call home is also a beautiful place to stop in for some shade as you walk around the urban seaside town of Redhook. All chocolate processing is done during the weekdays with tours and retail on the weekends.
7. The Noble Experiment
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
