Hillrock Estate Distillery

Est. 1806
5.0 ·
Gourmet
World's Best
Spirits

Hillrock Estate Distillery is a premium American whiskey producer located in the Hudson Valley region of New York. Founded by Jeffrey Baker and Cathy Franklin, the distillery was established with the goal of reviving the region’s historic farm-distilling tradition and producing authentic estate-made spirits using a true “field-to-glass” approach.

Situated on a historic estate dating back to 1806, Hillrock controls every stage of production, from cultivating grain and floor malting barley to distillation, maturation, and bottling. The distillery is recognized as one of the few whiskey producers in the world to manage the entire production process on-site and was the first American distillery since Prohibition to floor malt its own grain.

Working closely with the late master distiller David Pickerell, Hillrock gained international recognition for its innovative whiskeys, including one of the first Solera-aged bourbons produced in the United States. The portfolio features bourbon, rye, and single malt expressions that showcase the unique terroir of the Hudson Valley.

Through its commitment to traditional craftsmanship, estate-grown grains, and small-batch production, Hillrock Estate Distillery has become one of the most respected names in American craft whiskey.

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