New York Distilling Company: Brooklyn, New York
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New York Distilling Company is a craft distillery in Bushwick, Brooklyn, focused on rye whiskey and gin made to be used in cocktails.
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New York Distilling at a glance
Distillery fact | Verified detail |
|---|---|
Distillery / brand | New York Distilling |
Country and region | New York, United States |
Ownership / operator | New York Distilling Company |
History | Its own site says it was co-founded by spirits expert Allen Katz and Tom Potter, a co-founder of Brooklyn Brewery. Retailers and Master of Malt put the founding at 2011. A Forbes… |
Whisky identity | Brooklyn distillery best known for rye whiskey alongside other spirits. |
Visiting | Check the producer's latest official tour and opening information before travelling. |
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Founders
Its own site says it was co-founded by spirits expert Allen Katz and Tom Potter, a co-founder of Brooklyn Brewery. Retailers and Master of Malt put the founding at 2011. A Forbes report on its 2025 sale says Katz and Potter founded it in the late 1990s, which conflicts with the 2011 date, so we give both. Potter co-founded Brooklyn Brewery in 1987 and served as its CEO and chairman.
What it makes
The distillery says its ambition was to bring great gin and rye whiskey back to New York, and that its rye story starts with ten seeds of a nearly forgotten heirloom grain, Horton rye, grown on New York soil. Ragtime Rye is its best known whiskey and has been issued as a bottled in bond. A Jaywalker Bar is linked to the distillery.
Ownership
Forbes reported in May 2025 that Loch Lomond Group acquired the New York Distilling Company. We did not read the full article.
Sources
New York Distilling Company, Our Story and Our People (nydistilling.com)
Master of Malt, Blending Rye with Allen Katz (November 2018), search summary
Forbes, Loch Lomond Group Acquires The New York Distilling Company (May 2025), search summary
Gaps
The founding date conflict is unresolved, and we have not confirmed still details, output or current ownership terms. If you have more information about this distillery, or spot something we have got wrong, contact Whisky Clan and we will update this profile.
What makes New York Distilling distinctive?
Brooklyn distillery best known for rye whiskey alongside other spirits.
New York Distilling whisky bottles and expression comparison
Bottle / expression | Age | ABV | Cask maturation / notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Ragtime Rye | NAS / varies | Check label | Brooklyn distillery best known for rye whiskey alongside other spirits. |
Jaywalk Rye | NAS / varies | Check label | Brooklyn distillery best known for rye whiskey alongside other spirits. |
This table describes documented expressions. It does not guarantee current stock, age statements or strengths. Check producer labels for details.
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Frequently asked questions about New York Distilling
Where is New York Distilling based?
New York, United States.
Who operates New York Distilling?
New York Distilling Company.
What distinguishes New York Distilling?
Brooklyn distillery best known for rye whiskey alongside other spirits.
Which bottlings are documented?
Ragtime Rye, Jaywalk Rye. Some editions may be historical.
Can you visit New York Distilling?
Please check whether tours are currently operating and book through the producer before travelling.
Sources and editorial checks
Original research and historical notes have been retained. Visitor details, owners and bottle ranges may change.
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 | Filip Janczak Storyteller, drinker and explorer of all things whisky. Read more about the person behind Whisky Clan and explore additional reviews and distillery guides. |
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