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Black Button Distilling is a true testament to all that New York State has to offer. Our Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey offers a unique character that represents our locally grown grains, while being approachable for all bourbon lovers. As a New York State farm distiller, we use only the finest corn, wheat, rye and malted barley —each sourced just a short drive from our distillery. We don’t just call ourselves a farm distillery, we get our hands dirty to earn that name.
Flagship brand
Aromas of fresh oak, toffee, and leather that lead into light caramel and vanilla flavors and clean finish.
60% Corn • 20% Wheat • 11% Malted Barley • 9% Rye
42% alc/vol (84 Proof) • 750mL bottles
At Black Button Distilling, we believe that Bourbon is an even better match for cream than Irish Whiskey and we encourage you to see for yourself. The proof is in the taste — and the fact that we won gold for our Bespoke Bourbon Cream at the Concours International de Lyon competition and the John Barleycorn Awards.
Our Bourbon Cream is a love letter to New York State agriculture and dairy. Our small-batch bourbon meets farm fresh New York State cream and creates a warmer, more luxurious experience than an Irish Cream can. Trust us!
Ultra-pasteurized, shelf stable up to a year and no need to refrigerate, this spirit just gives you even more reasons to add it to your bar collection. Bourbon Cream is delicious on its own or in any number of cocktails. Start your day with a Morning Cure by adding it to your favorite coffee. Pour it over ice with root beer and discover a creamy, velvety fizz sure to delight your taste buds (and your sweet tooth).
Farm-fresh local cream with our small-batch Bourbon
Sweet vanilla and smooth caramel taste.
Shelf stable up to a year and no need to refrigerate
15% alc/vol (30 Proof) • 750mL, 1.75L, and 50mL bottles
Bourbon may be our first love here at Black Button Distilling, but gin is a close second! So much so that we have two of the five Gin Guild members outside of the United Kingdom right here at our distillery. Started in London in the 1600s, the Gin Guild promotes and encourages commitment to excellence in gin distillation.
Starting with an ultra-refined wheat-based spirit and infusing an alluring blend of botanicals, creates an exotic citrus experience that will have you coming back for more. Our Citrus Forward Gin can capture the hearts of the strongest gin critics, even those that are sure gin is just not their spirit.
Natural orange and lemon peel with Cascade hops
Juniper, Coriander, Grains of Paradise, Sweet & Bitter Orange Peel, Lemon Peel, Cardamom, Angelica Root, Star Anise, Cinnamon Bark, Cascade Hops
42% alc/vol (84 Proof) • 750mL bottles
Our classic Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey blend but bottled at straight-from- the-barrel strength. Keeping the bourbon uncut showcases the deep rich character of our carefully aged bourbon. Even at cask strength this whiskey remains an easy drinker, true to a Black Button Bourbon.
Four Grain Bourbon at barrel proof
Varying alc/vol • 750mL bottles
Our process is unique in that we use 94% Danko Rye grown on the shores of Conesus Lake. This big, bold, spicy grain captures the true spirit of the Empire State. Our temperature controlled fermentation and proprietary pot, column, pot, column distillation method all contribute to our unique flavor profile. And that is before being set to age in our custom charred barrels!
The Empire Rye requirement to use local grains and barrel down at a lower proof, in combination with our harsh NY winters and hot humid summers, all contribute to the unique flavor of this product. Unfiltered to provide you with true and authentic flavor, our Rye is best enjoyed neat, on the rocks or in a traditional whiskey cocktail.
94% Danko Rye grown on the shores of Conesus Lake • 6% Malted Barley
Aromas of black pepper and spice
Subtle taste of stone fruit on the tongue
Hints of toasted nuts and oak at the finish
Varying alc/vol • 750mL Bottles
Made using our Rochester Style process, this unique spirit is an opportunity to travel back in time and experience how whiskey was made before Prohibition in Rochester, New York. This whiskey is bold yet smooth, making it the perfect imbibement for worldly debates and conversations of character.
Sweet corn on the nose with a note of musk
Expressive body of cinnamon & caramel
Dry, earthy spice on the exhale with a mild sweet note
80% Corn • 10% Rye • 10% Malted Barley
50% alc/vol (100 Proof) • 750mL bottles
aSwirls of cinnamon and mouthwatering locally grown New York State apples are enriched by our bourbon’s signature notes of caramel and vanilla.
Our Master Distiller, Jeff Fairbrother, has handcrafted a tasting experience unlike any other. This seasonal spirit is perfect served warm around a fire with good company as the leaves begin to turn and Autumn’s chill is in the air. Absolutely delicious on ice with a splash of Citrus Forward Gin or heated with a cinnamon stick and a splash of Four Grain Straight Bourbon.
Sweet aromas of sun-ripened apples
Rich brown sugar, baking spice, and fresh apples on the tongue
Notes of vanilla and caramel, with an exhale of cinnamon at the finish
23% alc/vol (46 Proof) • 750mL bottles
Our Black Button Lilac Gin brilliantly blooms once a year in limited quantities. We make Lilac Gin each spring as a complement to Rochester’s rich festival and floral history. Once known as The Flower/Flour City, we recognize Rochester’s roots with a gin that sports a beautiful bouquet of lilac, lavender, rose, and hibiscus tasting notes. Each flower petal is steeped, distilled, and recombined to create a light and delicate flavor.
Our most popular limited seasonal release
Distilled with Lilac and Rose Petals, Rosemary, Lavender and Hibiscus
42% alc/vol (84 Proof) • 750mL bottles
The Loganberry has been around since the 1800s and is a hybrid made from accidentally crossing a raspberry and a blackberry (so the story goes). Originally sold in beverage form at Crystal Beach theme park, the Loganberry drink has lived on as a unique beverage in Western New York and Southern Ontario.
Loganberry Gin has an aromatic nose made up of citrus, floral and spice. During the mid-palate, notes of juniper with a dash of sweetness sneak through. Finally, heavy notes of sweet berries roll past the tongue making way for a pleasant juniper finish.
Limited seasonal release
Gin Botanicals: Juniper, Coriander, Angelica Root, Licorice Root, Lemon Peel, Orris Root, Raspberries, Blackberries, Loganberries
42% alc/vol (84 proof) • 750mL bottles
1344 University Avenue Rochester, New York 14607
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Join us in celebrating all things Rye with a special screening of Fire, Water & Grain: The Story of Empire Rye while sipping on a Rye Old Fashioned and nibbling on Rye Ravioli!
Black Button Distilling and Fee Brothers Bitters proudly present our first ever collaboration: Citrus Forward Gin Barrel-Aged Citrus Bitters.
