Kings County Distillery, located in Brooklyn, has released a new whiskey called Empire Rye, adding it to their core lineup. Founded in 2010, the distillery produces various types of whiskey including bourbon and rye. Empire Rye, a category established in 2017, requires that whiskey contains 75% New York-grown grains. The new whiskey is crafted from 80% Danko rye and 20% malted barley, distilled twice, and aged for a minimum of three years. Colin Spoelman highlights the importance of rye whiskey in the Northeast and the revival of local distilleries.
Kings County Distillery, founded in 2010 by Colin Spoelman and David Haskell, produces a variety of whiskeys including bourbon, rye, and American single malt.
The new Empire Rye whiskey has a mashbill composed of 80% Danko rye and 20% English malted barley, aged in new charred oak barrels for three years.
Colin Spoelman emphasized the historical significance of rye whiskey to the Northeast, noting that many distilleries in Indiana dominate the market.
Empire Rye whiskey is defined by its requirement to contain at least 75% New York-grown grains, aiming to revive traditional rye whiskey production.
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