Discover the All Points West Distillery Tour in New Jersey

All Points West Distillery is a craft micro-distillery in Newark producing award-winning whiskey, gin, and vodka inspired by Old World traditions and New World innovation. Visitors can take a guided tour through the production space, learn how small-batch spirits are made, and enjoy curated tastings inside the intimate tasting room.
Why it’s special: The distillery blends European distilling heritage with American craft creativity — and it’s one of New Jersey’s most decorated small distilleries.

History/Story of All Points West Distillery

Founded in Newark’s Ironbound neighborhood, All Points West draws inspiration from pre-Prohibition distilling traditions and the city’s industrial past. The name references Jersey City’s historic rail terminal, where travelers embarked to “all points west.” Using traditional pot distillation and high-quality ingredients, the distillery has earned awards for its malt whiskey, gin, and vodka while maintaining a hyper-local, hands-on approach.

What You’ll See & Do

• Take a guided tour through the working distillery

• Learn about grain selection, fermentation, mashing, and pot distillation

• See copper stills, fermenters, and spirit-handling equipment up close

• Discover the stories behind All Points West’s whiskey and gin recipes

• Enjoy a tasting flight of handcrafted spirits (21+ only)

• Spend time in the cozy tasting room with cocktails, flights, or bottle purchases

Visiting Information

Hands-On Elements

Visitors may smell raw grain, observe fermenting mash, feel the heat of active stills, and compare different spirit samples during guided tastings. Staff provide detailed explanations of each production step.

Photo/Video Policy

Photography is allowed in most areas. Certain close-up shots of equipment may be restricted during active distillation for safety.

Souvenirs & Extras

• Bottles of All Points West whiskey, gin, and vodka

• Limited-edition small batches and experimental releases

• Cocktails and tasting flights in the tasting room

• Glassware, apparel, and branded merchandise

Practical Info

Tours are offered on weekends and select days and require reservations. Tastings require guests to be 21+. The distillery is compact, making for an up-close experience with equipment and staff. Most visits last 45–60 minutes.

Pricing

• Tour & Tasting: approx. $15–$20 per person

• Tasting Flights / Cocktails: Individually priced

• Bottle purchases: Additional

Nearby

• Newark Ironbound restaurants

• Newark Penn Station

• Prudential Center events

• Branch Brook Park and Newark Museum of Art

FAQs

Do I need a reservation?

Yes — tours and tastings require advance booking, especially on weekends.

Are tastings included in the tour?

Yes. A curated tasting flight is part of the Tour & Tasting experience.

Is the experience suitable for beginners?

Absolutely. Guides explain distillation in an accessible, engaging way for newcomers and enthusiasts alike.

Can I visit the tasting room without a tour?

Yes — the tasting room is open during posted hours for cocktails and flights.

Are bottles available for purchase on-site?

Yes, including limited releases and small-batch spirits unavailable elsewhere.