ABOUT US
Fort Hamilton Distillery, located in Brooklyn, New York, is renowned for its dedication to crafting premium rye whiskey, bourbon, vodka and gin. The distillery takes its name from the historic Fort Hamilton Army Base, which itself was named after Alexander Hamilton. This connection to history is deeply embedded in the distillery's ethos and production techniques.
Based in Brooklyn and surrounded by landmarks of the Revolutionary War, Fort Hamilton Distillery started barreling whiskey in 2016.
On a mission to recapture America’s finest spirits, we celebrate America’s original whiskey style, New York Rye. This style was the most popular libation in America pre-prohibition and serves as the base for the most discerning classic American cocktails.
We honor the authentic tradition of New York Rye by using zero corn in our mash bills and by avoiding colorings, flavorings, or adulterating our whiskeys in any way.
HEARTS OF OAK
In August 1775, Alexander Hamilton’s Hearts of Oak Militia orchestrated a daring raid on lower Manhattan. Under fire from HMS Asia, they seized and repurposed the battery of British cannons, thereafter forming America’s first artillery company.
OUR Products
Fort Hamilton Distillery is celebrated for its meticulously crafted rye whiskey, which stands out due to its robust flavor and smooth finish. It is distilled purely from rye grain, malted barley, yeast & water in a traditional New York-style with zero corn in the mash bill. It is barreled at a low proof & always non-chill filtered to achieve a beautifully balanced, bold, rich & round rye whiskey expression. Distilled from honest ingredients without the addition of flavoring or coloring, Fort Hamilton is equally at home neat or on the rocks as it is in a deeply authentic Old Fashioned or Manhattan.
Beyond rye whiskey, we offer a selection of other spirits, including award-winning bourbon, Fortress Vodka and New World Gin. Our gin is uniquely distilled using watermelon, a nod to the Battle of Brooklyn, which began in a watermelon patch just one block from our distillery. It offers a taste that honors the rich heritage of our location while delivering a refreshingly modern spirit.
Each product is made with a commitment to quality and a respect for the rich history of American distilling.
