Step inside Brooklyn’s oldest whiskey distillery for a 45-minute tour through whiskey’s transformation from grain to glass. Taste signature moonshine and savor four distinct whiskeys in an industrial-chic setting.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
45 minutes
Fitness Level
Basic mobility and ability to stand for a moderate period required
Wildlife
History
Kings County Distillery carries on Brooklyn’s industrial legacy, operating from Navy Yard buildings that date back to the early 20th century.
Conservation
The distillery emphasizes sustainable practices including responsible grain sourcing and waste recycling to minimize environmental impact.
Kings County Distillery
Step inside Brooklyn’s oldest whiskey distillery for a 45-minute tour through whiskey’s transformation from grain to glass. Taste signature moonshine and savor four distinct whiskeys in an industrial-chic setting.
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.
Arrive Early for Check-In
Tours start promptly; arrive 15 minutes early to secure your spot and avoid forfeiting your reservation.
ID Required
You must be 21+ with valid ID to sample whiskey and participate in the tasting.
Prepare for Standing and Stairs
The historic buildings require walking up and down stairs and standing for the duration of the tour.
No Children Allowed
Tours are restricted to guests 21 and older; infants in carriers may be exceptions but no older children.
Comfortable walking shoes
Sturdy shoes help navigate stairs and standing throughout the tour.
Photo ID
Required to verify age for tasting eligibility.
Light jacket
Useful for mild weather and breezes along the waterfront.
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Camera or smartphone
Capture unique shots of the historic Navy Yard buildings and barrel room ambiance.