{"id":61338,"date":"2023-09-28T13:58:06","date_gmt":"2023-09-28T17:58:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/?p=61338"},"modified":"2023-09-29T04:58:41","modified_gmt":"2023-09-29T08:58:41","slug":"the-best-breweries-in-brooklyn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/61338\/the-best-breweries-in-brooklyn\/","title":{"rendered":"Beyond The Bridge: The Best Breweries In Brooklyn (with Videos!)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">As craft beers and spirits go, a pillar of cool culture has surrounded them in swift a rise to stardom. Brooklyn stands tall among them, a collection of reimagined warehouses spinning something like magic into their bottles. Brooklyn&#8217;s devoted craft beer and spirits scene has made it to the big leagues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">This fall, enlighten your taste buds and weekend aesthetic with a trip to the borough\u2019s hippest breweries and distilleries. Tasting rooms are (almost) the new adult pumpkin patches, and these are sure to put you in the spirit of the season. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">Brooklyn Kura<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">Savor the flavor: that\u2019s how<a href=\"https:\/\/www.brooklynkura.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Brooklyn Kura<\/a> owners Brian and Brandon have approached their <\/span><span lang=\"EN\">American craft sake<\/span><span lang=\"EN\">, and with overwhelming success. Instead of knocking it back (as is typically considered the way to drink sake), hang out in the whitewashed minimalist space for a while and relish in the soft citrus, melon, and cacao hints in Brooklyn Kura\u2019s chilled glasses. Pair your aromatic drinks with charcuterie, cheese, or fried fava.<\/span><\/p>\n<div>Brooklyn Cura is located at&nbsp;68 34th St, Brooklyn, NY 11232.<\/div>\n<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\"><strong>Get here:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/span><span lang=\"EN\">Take the R train to 36th Street.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Watch this video to get a glimpse:<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"YouTube video player\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dK6eGK35rpM?si=iIHLaCPgFV7FPn16\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">Kings County Distillery <\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">You\u2019ve heard of farm-to-table dining, but what about <\/span><span lang=\"EN\">grain-to-glass&nbsp;<\/span><span lang=\"EN\">distilling? Enter <a href=\"http:\/\/kingscountydistillery.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kings County Distillery<\/a>, operating out of the Brooklyn Navy Yard and a leading distiller of bourbon, moonshine, and American whiskey. Support sustainability and taste the clean, autumnal flavors made with New York corn and malted barley that tumble into every sip. It is a sliver of Kentucky wrapped up in Brooklyn, and will welcome you in the same embracing way.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Kings County Distillery is located at&nbsp;299 Sands Street, Bldg 121 Brooklyn, NY 11205.<\/p>\n<p class=\"normal\"><strong><span lang=\"EN\">Get here: <\/span><\/strong><span lang=\"EN\">Take the A train to High Street, or the B62 bus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Watch this video to learn more:<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"YouTube video player\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Xstg9ZoVW28?si=A1sd0QBDXrjvB5jW\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">Van Brunt Stillhouse<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">Daric Schlesselman opened the doors to the <\/span><span lang=\"EN\"><a href=\"http:\/\/vanbruntstillhouse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Van Brunt Stillhouse<\/a><\/span><span lang=\"EN\">&nbsp;six years ago, less preconceived notions and armed with his inventive palate. Using urban farming techniques to pull out the rich flavors of the ryes, malts, and grains, you can enjoy their award-winning American whiskey, bourbon whiskey, and rum. Hang out in their cocktail tasting room for specials like their Moongarita, and look out for seasonal menu rotations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\"><span class=\"m_1938175653567588267gmail-LrzXr\">Van Brunt Stillhouse is located at 6 Bay St, Brooklyn, NY 11231.<\/span>&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"normal\"><strong><span lang=\"EN\">Get here: <\/span><\/strong><span lang=\"EN\">Take the G train to Smith-9th Street, or the B57 bus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Watch this video to get a glimpse:<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"YouTube video player\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-M9A44q_Ejo?si=qn1JHm2xLHe5e9B3\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">Coney Island Brewery<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">Luna Park might be gradually shutting its doors for the season, but Coney Island still beckons with gorgeous <\/span><span lang=\"EN\"><a href=\"http:\/\/coneyislandbeer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coney Island Brewery<\/a><\/span><span lang=\"EN\">&nbsp;right along the MCU Park. Once America\u2019s smallest brewery, their products reflect the vivacity and dreamy, time-stopping elements of Coney Island through craft flavors like Mermaid IPA and Kettle Corn Cream Ale. From September 17-22, stop by and celebrate Freak Week with fall ales and nightly festivities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Coney Island Brewery is located at&nbsp;1904 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224.<\/p>\n<p class=\"normal\"><strong><span lang=\"EN\">Get here: <\/span><\/strong><span lang=\"EN\">Take the F train to Coney Island.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Watch this video to learn more:<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"YouTube video player\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WOOi6rSWf8w?si=T_TmKZzI6KAF-H2U\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">Threes Brewing<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">A paradigm of craft, modesty, and warmth,&nbsp;<\/span><span lang=\"EN\"><a href=\"http:\/\/threesbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Threes Brewing<\/a><\/span><span lang=\"EN\">&nbsp;in Gowanus dazzles without, as they say, screaming for your attention. With names like Categorical Error and Other Ephemera, though, your curiosity will keep you ensnared in their menu offerings. With outdoor and indoor seating, eats from The Meat Hook, a coffee shop, and space for live music and cultural performances, a night out suddenly took on convenience, too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">Threes Brewing is located at&nbsp;333 Douglass St, Brooklyn, NY 11217. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"normal\"><strong><span lang=\"EN\">Get here:&nbsp;<\/span><\/strong><span lang=\"EN\">Take the G train to Fulton Street, or the N\/R train to Union Street.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Watch this video to get a glimpse:<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"YouTube video player\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8xv4bSKF3VM?si=TLOlLX7nojykCMfs\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">Brooklyn Brewery<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">Williamsburg&#8217;s acclaimed <\/span><span lang=\"EN\">Brooklyn Brewery<\/span><span lang=\"EN\">&nbsp;is a longtime favorite, and it\u2019s easy to see why. From their traditional Brooklyn lager to the fermentation of their Tripel Burner beer in wine barrels to bring out the fruity notes, an exciting and unprecedented tasting awaits. The brewery revels in the success of helping guests pinpoint <i>their <\/i>drink of choice: so, get cozy among the ample seating space and industrial string lights, and discover the brew that speaks to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Brooklyn Brewery is located at&nbsp;79 N 11th St, Brooklyn, NY 11249 .<\/p>\n<p class=\"normal\"><strong><span lang=\"EN\">Get here: <\/span><\/strong>Take the G train to Nassau Avenue.<\/p>\n<p>Watch this video to get a glimpse:<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"YouTube video player\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0ZIjgFLAWCE?si=dC3F1GCBXn8O2WSu\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">Other Half Brewery<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">Somebody loves you in Copenhagen\u2026 at least, that\u2019s what the cherry wine barrel-fermented ale at <\/span><span lang=\"EN\"><a href=\"http:\/\/otherhalfbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Other Half Brewery&nbsp;<\/a><\/span><span lang=\"EN\">will tell you. The concept of constant collaboration with other local breweries means that you can taste two halves of a delightful whole at the Other Half Brewery. In the tasting room, dive headfirst for a Party Booster IPA, or escape to the misty edges of fall with Cascade + Galaxy, a dual hop sure to wow you with its traditional and progressive notes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Other Half Brewery is &nbsp;located at&nbsp;195 Centre St, Brooklyn, NY 11231.<\/p>\n<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\"><strong>&nbsp;Get here:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/span><span lang=\"EN\">Take the G train to Smith-9th Street, or the B57 bus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Watch this video to get a glimpse:<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"YouTube video player\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TmIMGVBC160?si=BoxP47rzZ8SbVDOU\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">New York Distilling Company<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61374 size-medium lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Ny-Distillery-Bar-350x263.jpeg\" alt=\"new york distilling company\" width=\"350\" height=\"263\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61374 size-medium lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Ny-Distillery-Bar-350x263.jpeg\" alt=\"new york distilling company\" width=\"350\" height=\"263\" srcset=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Ny-Distillery-Bar-350x263.jpeg 350w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Ny-Distillery-Bar-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Ny-Distillery-Bar-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Ny-Distillery-Bar.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">Between <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nydistilling.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New York Distilling Company&#8217;s<\/a>&nbsp;<\/span><span lang=\"EN\">tasting room and next-door sister cocktail bar, the Shanty, come and be enveloped by the glow of gin and good company. They\u2019ve honored the memory of Americans of the unconventional, gritty, inspiring, and faithful persuasions through New York State grains and rye and contemporarily blended bright flavors. If you\u2019re itching for a new hobby, try out one of their rye-blending or cocktail-making classes before or after settling into a seat and swig.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\">New York Distilling Company is located at&nbsp;79 Richardson St, Brooklyn, NY 11211.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"normal\"><span lang=\"EN\"><strong>Get here:<\/strong> <\/span><span lang=\"EN\">Take the G train to Metropolitan Avenue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Still thirsty? Check out our brewery guides for <a href=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/54399\/the-definitive-guide-to-breweries-in-queens\/\">Queens<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/60520\/the-best-breweries-on-long-island\/\">Long Island<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Watch this video to get a glimpse:<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"YouTube video player\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tWA8IAQwX9Y?si=LII8LXpuNK__LKLb\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"normal\"><em><span lang=\"EN\">Photo credits: Featured image: Danielle Griscti<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"normal\"><em><span lang=\"EN\">Threes Brewing courtesy of Matt Furman, Brooklyn Kura courtesy of char-co.com, Brooklyn Brewery courtesy of Roger Ho, Other Half Brewery image by Melanie Fidler.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Kings County, Van Brunt Stillhouse and New York Distilling Company images courtesy of the respective brewery and distillery.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As craft beers and spirits go, a pillar of cool culture has surrounded them in swift a rise to stardom. Brooklyn stands tall among them, a collection of reimagined warehouses spinning something like magic into their bottles. Brooklyn&#8217;s devoted craft beer and spirits scene has made it to the big leagues. 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