HQ Function

Primary distillery operations including mashing, fermentation, distillation, barrel aging, and bottling. Also houses administrative offices and facilities for public tours and educational programs.

Notable Features:

Situated in the historic 123-year-old Paymaster Building within the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Features traditional Scottish copper pot stills, an on-site barrel aging rickhouse, and direct access to New York State grains.

Work Culture:

A dynamic, craft-focused environment driven by a passion for quality whiskey and innovation. The team values traditional distilling techniques while embracing experimentation. The historic and unique industrial setting contributes to a distinctive and inspiring work experience.

HQ Significance:

As New York City's first licensed whiskey distillery since Prohibition, it represents a significant milestone in the American craft distilling movement. Its location in the historically rich Brooklyn Navy Yard underscores its connection to New York's industrial heritage.

Values Reflected in HQ: Dedication to craftsmanship, authenticity, transparency in production, historical preservation, and a strong sense of local New York identity. Use of organic ingredients where possible also reflects a commitment to quality and sustainability.

Location:

While Kings County Distillery's production and primary operations are rooted in Brooklyn, New York, their acclaimed whiskeys are distributed across more than 30 states in the USA. The distillery also has a growing international footprint, with products available in key markets in Europe (including the UK, France, Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands) and Asia-Pacific (including Japan, Singapore, and Australia). This global reach is facilitated through strategic partnerships with a network of distributors and importers, supporting sales, marketing initiatives, and building brand awareness worldwide.

Street Address:

299 Sands Street, Bldg 121

City:

Brooklyn

State/Province:

NY

Country:

USA