Widow Jane

Widow Jane is a Brooklyn-based whiskey company built around one distinctive ingredient: limestone-rich water from the Widow Jane Mine in Rosendale, New York — the same geological formation that provided cement for the Brooklyn Bridge. The mineral-rich water is blended with sourced Kentucky and Tennessee straight whiskey to create bourbon and rye with notable mineral complexity. Wooden Cork ships the full Widow Jane lineup nationwide.

Widow Jane 10 Year (Kentucky straight bourbon 10+ years, Rosendale limestone water, rich caramel, vanilla, dried cherry, smooth mineral finish). Rye Mash (blend of straight bourbons and ryes, spicier and more assertive). Lucky Thirteen (13 years, deeper oak and dried fruit than the 10 Year). The Vaults (annual vintage releases from specific distillery batches, limited and collectible). Oak & Apple Wood Smoked (subtle food-friendly smoky character). Browse all bourbon, American whiskey, custom engraving, and gifts at Wooden Cork.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Widow Jane Mine and why does it matter?

The Widow Jane Mine in Rosendale, New York produced a unique natural cement in the 19th century used in major American infrastructure including the Brooklyn Bridge and the Statue of Liberty’s foundation. The mine’s limestone aquifer produces water with a specific mineral profile that Widow Jane uses exclusively for proofing their whiskeys. The mineral content affects texture and mouthfeel in ways that standard distilled water does not — this is the single most distinctive production choice in the brand’s process.

Is Widow Jane a distillery or a blender?

Widow Jane primarily sources and blends aged Kentucky and Tennessee straight whiskey, proofed with Rosendale limestone water. They also distill their own whiskey in Brooklyn, which appears in some expressions. The sourcing is openly acknowledged — the differentiation comes from the water and the blending approach.