Great spirits start with healthy soil. We practice regenerative farming methods to ensure our land is the best it can be. Some facts:160 acres perched on a hilltop five miles from Hudson, overlooking the Catskills.60 acres of sustainable, organic vineyards and orchards. The rest supports biodiversity and future plantings.Clay-rich soils and the Hudson River's influence create a climate similar to Charente and Normandy—ideal for nuanced, structured brandies.43 apple and 9 grape varieties, all chosen for their compatibility with our terroir and aging potential.

Klocke Estate’s approach is simple: combine old-world methodology with state-of-the-art innovation. To that end, we’ve imported our stills from Europe.Our Mueller still produces refined, expressive eaux de vie through gentle, precise distillation.Our alembic Charentais—made in Cognac—creates complex brandies in the tradition of Cognac and Calvados.Our distillers, Caleb and Juliette, craft our spirits with meticulous attention to every cut—the art and science that defines exceptional brandy.

Base: NY State Vidal Blanc Grapes, fermented and processed at Klocke Estate's wineryFortified with: Unoaked grape brandy and organic cane sugarBotanicals: 10+ including Angelica, Blessed Thistle, Centauree, Germander, GentianProcess: Fruit crushed, fermented, infused, fortified

Aroma: Aromatic and fresh, chamomile, bright field herbsPalate: Lively and bright with earthy bitterness. Notes of straw with floral and citrus undertonesFinish: Long and delicately sweet with hints of citrus and wood

Martini variationsWhite NegroniContemporary twists

Base: NY State Vidal Blanc Grapes, fermented and processed at Klocke Estate's wineryFortified with: Unoaked grape brandy and organic cane sugarBotanicals: 15+ including Bitter Orange, Clove, Coriander, Galangal, Nutmeg, Orris Root, and Quin QuinaProcess: Fruit crushed, fermented, infused, fortified

Aroma: Rich orange peels, baking spice, vanilla, and dried fruit take the leadPalate: Refreshingly rich, bitter, and bright--mellow and balancedFinish: Long, velvety, and complex

ManhattanMartinezNegroniBoulevardier

Base: NY State Vidal Blanc Grapes, fermented and processed at Klocke Estate's wineryFortified with: Estate unoaked grape brandy and organic cane sugarBotanicals: 20+ including Dried Sour Plum, Rosemary, Sureau, Marjoram, Savory, Hyssop, and ArtemesiaProcess: Fruit crushed, fermented, infused, fortified

Aroma: Full centered on cola, black cherry, and menthol with light wood smokePalate: Fresh orange and lemon with cinnamon and clove up front with lingering camphor and sarsaparillaFinish: Long, complex, and lastingly bitter

1786: Antonio Benedetto Carpano creates the first commercial sweet vermouth1813: Joseph Noilly creates the first commercial dry vermouth

Lower sugar contentFocus on herbal & bitter componentsClassic French examples: La Quintinye, Dolin, Nolly Pratt

Trade

Buying & Selling Klocke Estate Products

Klocke Estate brands: Vermouth, Eau de Vie, Apple Brandy and Flyback Cocktails.

Klocke Estate brands: Vermouth, Eau de Vie, Apple Brandy

Our Story & Estate

The Estate

Klocke Estate is a luxury distillery in the Hudson Valley where regenerative farming meets world-class hospitality.

We craft artisanal vermouths, eaux de vie, and ready-to-drink cocktails. Our first aged apple brandy launches Fall 2025—a new category of American luxury brandy rooted in European tradition and Hudson Valley terroir.

Klocke Estate spans 160 acres of Hudson Valley farmland. Once a dormant apple orchard, we've restored this land to its agricultural roots with 60 acres of vineyards and orchards that are now thriving.

Our restaurant is more than a dining destination—it's where our spirits and terroir come to life, pairing estate-grown brandies and vermouths with seasonal cuisine.

Together, farm and table define the future of American luxury brandy.

Hospitality & Education

Chef Becky Kemper leads our restaurant, recognized by Eater and Chronogram as one of the Hudson Valley's finest.
Our menus showcase Hudson Valley ingredients and estate-foraged finds that express our terroir.
The cocktail program spotlights brandy and our vermouths—an invitation to explore the depth of these craft spirits.
Master classes with industry leaders like Alain Royer and Nicolas Palazzi offer deeper dives into spirits and Hudson Valley heritage.

Farming

Great spirits start with healthy soil. We practice regenerative farming methods to ensure our land is the best it can be. Some facts:

160 acres perched on a hilltop five miles from Hudson, overlooking the Catskills.
60 acres of sustainable, organic vineyards and orchards. The rest supports biodiversity and future plantings.
Clay-rich soils and the Hudson River's influence create a climate similar to Charente and Normandy—ideal for nuanced, structured brandies.
43 apple and 9 grape varieties, all chosen for their compatibility with our terroir and aging potential.

Distillation

Klocke Estate’s approach is simple: combine old-world methodology with state-of-the-art innovation. To that end, we’ve imported our stills from Europe.

Our Mueller still produces refined, expressive eaux de vie through gentle, precise distillation.
Our alembic Charentais—made in Cognac—creates complex brandies in the tradition of Cognac and Calvados.
Our distillers, Caleb and Juliette, craft our spirits with meticulous attention to every cut—the art and science that defines exceptional brandy.

Aging

Our brandies age in a traditional chai (pronounced "shay")—a post-and-beam cellar with straw bale walls and a dirt floor sunken into the earth. High humidity and stable temperatures create ideal conditions for maturation.

Time and Limousin French oak transform our distillates into complex, nuanced brandies.

Brevis Bittersweet Vermouth, bottle and glass

Our Brands & Spirits

Overview

The Klocke Estate Distillery master brand represents luxury brandies crafted from our estate fruit alongside artisanal vermouths and cocktails inspired by the Hudson Valley.

World-class brandies and eaux de vie distilled using traditional European methods to express Hudson Valley terroir. Limited releases, allocated.

Production