This is the upgraded version of the classic distillery tour, made for people who want the full story. Over 75 minutes, a guide takes you through New York City's oldest whiskey distillery, the first to open in the city since Prohibition, inside the historic Paymaster Building at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Expect a deeper look at how whiskey shaped American history, plus the science behind mashing, fermentation and distilling in copper pot stills.

Next comes the barrel aging room, where you'll catch the "angel's share" in the air and learn how oak mellows the spirit while it develops color and richer flavor. The tour ends with a tasting of four whiskeys that goes beyond the core lineup. It can include moonshine, a straight bourbon, a peated bourbon and one of the distillery's limited allocated whiskeys. It's a great gift for the whiskey lover who has already done the standard tour, or for anyone who wants to skip straight to the good stuff.

Any restrictions to participate?

• Age: Recommended for ages 21 and up. Valid ID is required to participate in the whiskey tasting
• Physical limitations: The tour involves going up and down stairs and standing for extended periods
• Experience level: All levels are welcome

Who can you accommodate for?

• Children: This is not an experience for children. Infants worn by a parent or guardian in a carrier are the only exception
• Individuals with disabilities: The tour includes stairs.
• Dietary restrictions: All whiskeys are vegan and made to a gluten-free recipe, but are produced in a facility that processes ingredients with gluten
• Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed. Trained service animals are permitted

What to expect on the day of the experience?

• Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes
• What's included: In-depth guided distillery tour and a tasting of four whiskeys, including a limited release
• Who will be present: You will have a guide with you at all times, along with other guests in a small group.
• Spectators: No spectators are allowed, everyone must have a reservation
• Photo/video: Photos are allowed

How to prepare?

• Weather dependency: This is a mostly indoor experience. The tour begins outside when the weather permits
• Arrival: Plan to arrive 15 minutes in advance. Tours start no later than 5 minutes after the listed time, and guests who arrive more than 10 minutes late forfeit their spot with no option to reschedule or be refunded
• Parking: On-street parking is available, as well as paid parking in the nearby Brooklyn Navy Yard garage. The closest subway is the F train at York Street
• What to wear: Comfortable shoes for stairs and standing
• What to bring: Valid photo ID

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

• The meeting point is 299 Sands Street, at the Sands Street entrance to the Brooklyn Navy Yard
• The specific whiskeys in the tasting may vary
• Bottles and merchandise can be purchased at the on-site tasting room

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