Step into Brooklyn’s oldest distillery this Halloween for Dead Distillers—a haunted whiskey tour steeped in outlaw tales and fiery flavors. Dress up, sip rare whiskeys, and uncover the darker side of craft spirits in a one-hour immersive experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for individuals with basic mobility; requires walking and stairs inside the distillery.
Wildlife
History
Kings County Distillery operates out of a conversion in the Brooklyn Navy Yard, repurposing industrial heritage into a hub for American whiskey revival.
Conservation
The distillery emphasizes sustainable practices including barrel reuse and local sourcing to reduce its environmental impact within an urban setting.
Kings County Distillery
Step into Brooklyn’s oldest distillery this Halloween for Dead Distillers—a haunted whiskey tour steeped in outlaw tales and fiery flavors. Dress up, sip rare whiskeys, and uncover the darker side of craft spirits in a one-hour immersive experience.
Kings County Distillery is Brooklyn’s oldest operating whiskey distillery, founded after Prohibition and known for small-batch, hand-crafted spirits. Located in Brooklyn, New York, the distillery produces a range of whiskeys and moonshines, offers guided distillery tours, curated tasting classes, and seasonal special events.
Visitors can choose a 45-minute Distillery Tour, a deeper 75-minute “Top Shelf” Distillery Tour, an hour-long Whiskey Tasting Class, or exclusive sessions like the Fine & Rare Tour and the Dead Distillers Halloween Tour. Each experience includes guided tastings in the atmospheric barrel room and insights into mash bills, fermentation, distillation, and barrel aging. Tours and classes are led by trained staff and certified Bourbon Stewards who explain production techniques and tasting methods.
The venue emphasizes transparent production practices, on-site distillation, and authentic historical context about whiskey in New York. Kings County Distillery sells bottles produced on site, allowing visitors to sample and purchase expressions not available widely. The distillery’s combination of historical interpretation, hands-on explanation, and curated tastings makes it a reputable choice for whiskey enthusiasts, collectors, and curious visitors. Reservations are recommended for popular experiences and limited-seat classes. The distillery is featured on The Adventure Collective and lists ticketed, scheduled tours and tasting classes with limited capacity. Advance reservations improve availability for popular experiences in Brooklyn year-round.
Location
Brooklyn, NY
Brooklyn-based whiskey distillery
Tours Offered
5
Guided tours and tasting classes
Heritage
Oldest since Prohibition
Historic Brooklyn distillery
Tasting Flights
Flights of 4–5
Guided barrel-room tastings
Limited-seat classes and tours — secure tickets for Whiskey Tasting Class, Distillery Tour, Top Shelf, or Fine & Rare experiences.
Bring a Valid ID
This adult-focused tour requires attendees to be 21+ with a valid form of identification to participate and sample whiskey.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Be prepared for walking and several flights of stairs inside the historic distillery buildings.
Dress Up for the Occasion
Costumes are encouraged and will enhance your experience, plus you might receive a surprise at the end of the tour.
Arrive Early
Arriving 15 minutes prior to the 7pm start ensures a timely and smooth beginning to your haunted whiskey adventure.
Valid Government ID
Required for age verification to participate in the whiskey tastings.
Comfortable Closed-Toe Shoes
Necessary for navigating the distillery's stairs and walking tours safely.
Seasonal Outerwear
Prepare for cooler evenings when waiting or walking to the venue entrance.
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Costume or Festive Attire
Enhances your experience during the Halloween-themed event and could earn you a surprise.
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