Step into Kings County Distillery in the Brooklyn Navy Yard for a 45–60 minute behind-the-scenes look at small-batch whiskey production. Tours cover milling to barrel aging and end with a guided tasting of four signature whiskeys.
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A low-slung brick building hums with steam and a faint trace of oak as visitors step off Sands Street and into the Paymaster Building at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Inside, copper stills gleam under industrial skylights and the air carries the warm, dry perfume of aging whiskey — a place where machinery and craft meet.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
45–60 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; mostly standing and light walking on level surfaces.
Wildlife
History
Kings County Distillery revived commercial whiskey-making in NYC in the 2010s and operates in a former industrial precinct of the Brooklyn Navy Yard, tying its small-batch craft to the area's shipbuilding past.
Conservation
The distillery emphasizes local sourcing and small-batch production to reduce transport impact; visitors are encouraged to use public transit and dispose of waste responsibly.
Reserve your spot on the Brooklyn Distillery Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring photo ID
Tastings require visitors to be 21+ and present valid government-issued identification.
Arrive early by transit
Public transportation is the easiest option—arrive 10–15 minutes before your booking to clear security at the Navy Yard.
Limit tastings
If you plan to taste all four pours, pace yourself and hydrate—tastings are small but potent.
Not ideal for certain medical conditions
The tour involves standing around equipment and spirits; it's not recommended for guests with serious cardiovascular conditions.
Government-issued photo ID
Required for age verification to participate in tastings.
Comfortable shoes
Tour includes standing on concrete and walking short distances indoors.
Public transit card or app
The Navy Yard is best reached by subway or bus; street parking is limited.
Reusable water bottle
Helpful to stay hydrated before or after tastings, especially in warmer months.
summer