Best breweries & distilleries in New York
New York pours well — we’ve mapped 9 of its most trip-worthy wineries, breweries, distilleries. Pick your pour, then build the trip around it.
America’s great riesling country, on glacial lakes upstate.
Long Island’s maritime wine region, an easy escape from NYC.
a Belgian-style farmstead brewery near the Baseball Hall of Fame.
the Williamsburg icon that helped define modern American craft beer.
a NYC hazy-IPA powerhouse with a Gowanus taproom.
a Gowanus brewery-and-bar beloved for lagers and hospitality.
a Hudson Valley brewery in a historic industrial complex (Wrench IPA).
a science-themed cult brewery in the lower Hudson Valley.
craft whiskey in the Hudson Valley (Hudson Baby Bourbon’s home region).
Tasting-room hours and tour availability change — check ahead and reserve where needed. Please enjoy responsibly and always have a sober driver.
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