New York Distilling Company: Mister Katz’s Rock & Rye

Distilled and bottled in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, Mister Katz’s Rock & Rye is an original recipe developed by New York Distillery Company’s Co-Founder and spirits expert Allen Katz. Made popular in the late 1800’s, early 1900’s, this “age of old” spirit begins with a youthful rye then tempered with rock candy sugar, dried cherries, cinnamon and orange peel- lending itself as a great addition to cocktails or enjoyed solely on its own.

Portobello Road Gin:

For the Gin-Drinking Dad: Tom Collins’ is a staple when it comes to gin cocktails. Always light and refreshing, a Portobello Road Gin Tom Collins highlights the quintessential botanicals along with subtle notes of licorice and nutmeg – making for a perfect Father’s Day drink.

Knappogue Whiskey: Castle Twin Wood 16 year

Following in the great tradition of sherry cask-aged Knappogue Castle 1951 – the oldest and rarest known Irish whiskey – single malt Irish whiskeys of Knappogue Castle are distilled three times in traditional copper pot stills and then placed in bourbon casks and aged. Knappogue Twin Wood bottlings are so named because whiskeys spend time in two types of wood. The Twin Wood is aged for 14 years in bourbon barrels, resulting in a spirit that is deep, complex, and very smooth, with a fruity nose and dusty dark chocolate and woody vanilla notes.

For the Whiskey-Drinking Dad: Sometimes a exceptional glass of whiskey on ice does the trick- no recipe necessary.  The Twin Wood 16 year ($100) will sure leave an lasting impression as a gift for dad.

County Restaurant: 

Located in the hustle and bustling neighborhood of the Flatiron District lies the hidden gem, County. County brings local, seasonal and market fresh fare and products, prepared by Executive Chef, Jon Feshan, to New York City in a warm and familiar setting, surrounded by reposted barn siding lit by festive carnival lights. County welcomes locals to unwind at its bar with tantalizing libations, diverse beers and International wine selections.

For the Bourbon-Drinking Dad: County gives the classic Old Fashioned cocktail an extra something with the use of muddled candied ginger. The candied ginger provides a spicy competent with a hint of sweetness.

-Elana Levin

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