Kings County Distillery, New York’s oldest and largest whiskey distillery, is known for crafting bold, grain-forward whiskeys using traditional methods and local ingredients. Their Empire Rye project sets a high standard for New York rye whiskey, ensuring at least 75% rye grain grown in-state.

The Barrel Strength Empire Rye is a straight rye whiskey bottled at cask strength, offering a robust, full-bodied expression that showcases the character of New York-grown rye. Crafted in Brooklyn, this whiskey reflects both heritage and innovation.

 

Specs

• Proof: Varies by batch (typically around 120–130)

• ABV: ~61% (cask strength, exact ABV varies)
  

 

Features

• Made from Empire Rye designation (minimum 75% NY-grown rye)

• Bottled at cask strength for bold flavor

• Produced by New York’s first post-Prohibition distillery

• Small-batch, handcrafted whiskey

• A true expression of New York terroir

 

Why You’ll Love This

Kings County Empire Rye is a whiskey lover’s dream — bold, spicy, and deeply flavorful. Its high-proof strength brings intensity without losing balance, making it ideal for sipping neat, with a splash of water, or in a powerful rye-based cocktail. If you’re seeking a rye that’s both authentically New York and seriously robust, this is it.