Discovering Hudson Valley Through the Taste of Brandy

Klocke Estate is a earth-to-glass brandy distillery and a farm and dining destination set on one-hundred and sixty acres of farmland in Claverack, New York. Ideal for a day trip from New York City or part of a weekend getaway, a visit to Klocke Estate is both a historical and tasteful journey that offers the following: 

• Location: A 10-minute drive from Hudson, the estate is situated on a hilltop with 360 degree views, which include the Catskill Mountain range to the West, the Taconic range to the East, and the valley of Churchtown to the South

• History: A visit to the estate feels like a journey back in time as you rediscover the area’s Dutch past including its tradition of brandy 

• Earth to Glass: See and taste why the Hudson Valley grows extraordinary apples and grapes for brandy

• Learn and Taste: A tour through the distillery teaches you about authentic French production practices of Cognac (grape brandy) and Calvados (apple brandy)

• Dine:  The estate’s Ken Fulk-designed bar and restaurant is an ideal place to showcase their brandy, vermouth, and cocktails inviting guests to experience the most complex and sophisticated of spirits

“Brandy production at Klocke Estate is more than a craft—it is an immersive sensory experience and a testament to patience, tradition, and the pursuit of perfection.” - Founder John Frishkopf