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    Kings County Distillery Tour and Tasting

    Go behind the scenes at NYC’s oldest whiskey distillery and enjoy a guided tasting

    4.8 stars• 421 reviews
    From$22/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    45 minutes

    Includes

    Guided tour, Whiskey tasting

    Highlights

    Go behind the scenes at Kings County Distillery, NYC’s oldest whiskey distillery since Prohibition. Tour production spaces and the barrel room, then cap it off with a guided tasting.

    • Explore the Paymaster Building at the Brooklyn Navy Yard
    • Learn how whiskey is milled, mashed, fermented, and distilled
    • Taste signature moonshine on the distillery floor
    • Step into the barrel room to discover how whiskey ages
    • Finish with a guided tasting of four whiskeys

    What's Included

    • Guided tour
    • Tasting

    Things to know

    You must be 21+ with valid ID to taste; children are not permitted except infants in a carrier. Historic buildings are not wheelchair accessible; expect stairs and long periods of standing. Arrive 15 minutes early; tours start on time and arrivals over 10 minutes late may forfeit spots.

    Cancellation Policy

    Tours are non-refundable. You may reschedule if you give at least 48 hours' notice.

    FAQs

    Yes. You must be 21+ with proper ID to enjoy whiskey, and the distillery may refuse service at its discretion.

    Children are not permitted, except infants who are young enough to be worn by a parent or guardian in an infant carrier.

    No. The Gatehouses and the Paymaster Building are historic structures that are not wheelchair accessible.

    Meeting details

    The Gatehouses at 299 Sands St

    Experience provided by Kings County Distillery
    Experience provided by Kings County Distillery

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    Adult

    $22.98

    Ages 21+

    0

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
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    Tucked into a beautifully rustic space in Brooklyn, this distillery consistently delivers one of the more memorable experiences in NYC. The tours cover everything from the nuts and bolts of the distilling process to the broader history of whiskey and bourbon in America, and the tastings are genuinely generous. The private courtyard and barrel room add a lot of charm to the whole thing. The guides are a big part of what makes it work. Erica, Esme, and Brendan come up repeatedly in reviews, each praised for being knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and genuinely engaging. The distillery also hosts private events, with guests noting how smoothly everything was coordinated. And if you're lucky, you might meet Harold and Maude, the resident shop cats. This is a solid pick for groups, birthdays, or anyone looking for something a little more interesting than a standard tourist stop. The value feels right for the city, and you don't need to be a whiskey lover to enjoy it.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 3
    5/5

    Great cocktails in a super cool spot.

    Photo of Matthew Hales

    Matthew Hales

    May 20, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Great cocktails in a super cool spot.

    Photo of Matthew Hales

    Matthew Hales

    May 20, 2026

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