The Distillery Story

Tommyrotter Distillery, established in 2015 in Buffalo, New York, by founders Bobby Finan and Sean Insalaco, represents the pinnacle of craft spirit innovation. Born from a rebellious spirit reminiscent of Prohibition-era contrabandists, Tommyrotter is distinguished by its deep-rooted commitment to producing uniquely handcrafted spirits. The distillery finds its home in Buffalo’s historic Hydraulic manufacturing district, a nod to the city's rich industrial past and a fitting backdrop for Tommyrotter's artisanal creations. The distillery prides itself on a distillation style that harmonizes traditional techniques with contemporary flair. Utilizing a custom-designed 500-liter copper pot still, Tommyrotter captures the subtlest flavors and aromas, ensuring each spirit is a testament to quality and craftsmanship. The distillery's portfolio, including its small-batch gin, vodka, bourbon-barrel gin, and American whiskey, showcases the meticulous attention to detail and innovative approach that sets Tommyrotter apart. Key to their distinction is a farm-to-bottle ethos underscored by sourcing premium, locally grown grains and botanicals. This regional solidarity not only supports the local economy but also secures the freshest ingredients for their spirits. Innovations such as vacuum distillation for gin and the unique process of barrel-aging gin in charred American oak barrels underline Tommyrotter's commitment to pushing the boundaries of traditional distillation, offering a whiskey-like complexity to their gins that is both uncommon and invigorating.