We are a unique and select group of industry professionals dedicated to the creation and promotion of the highest quality distilled spirits.

Tom Potter

Tom co-founded the Brooklyn Brewery in 1987, serving as CEO and Chairman of the Board. He is the co-author of “Beer School: Bottling Success at the Brooklyn Brewery” and a past Executive Director of the American Institute of Wine & Food. Tom helped found and currently serves on the Board of Directors of both the NY State Distillers Guild and the American Craft Spirits Association.

Allen Katz

Allen is one of the nation’s leading experts on distilled spirits and cocktails. He is the Director of the Spirits Education & Mixology for Southern Wine & Spirits of New York and is at the forefront of industry training in New York and around the country. He is renowned for his public and professional seminars on topics of America’s food and cocktail heritage and was previously the host of The Cocktail Hour for Martha Stewart on SiriusXM. 

Bill Potter

Bill worked in the fine dining service industry for ten years before taking over the helm as Chief Blender and Distiller for NYDC. He is a member of the American Sommelier Association, and gained his Spirits Specialist certification (CSS) from the Society of Wine Educators. Bill has also been a AASI level II certified snowboard instructor at Vail, Colorado.

Community Outreach

We are delighted to entertain opportunities to contribute to civic and other charitable endeavors. Our facility is available to host fundraisers and other related functions. For further information contact Darby Mitchell at darby@nydistilling.com

Public Relations

For media or other public relations queries please contact Rachel Harrison of Rachel Harrison Communications at NYDC@WeAreRHC.com