Twisted Cow Distillery sits in a former variety store in Hewitt Square, and it opened in late 2022 after owner John Pawluk traded a Wall Street CFO career to make spirits from Long Island grain. That backstory shows up in everything here: the industrial farm aesthetic, the upcycled wood floors, the commitment to sourcing from farms on the island's East End. You'll find bourbon and rye made from local grain, agave spirits aged in char barrels, and a lineup of vodkas built on rye, wheat, and even jalapeño. The tasting room draws a loyal neighborhood crowd with live music most nights and hand-crafted cocktails that showcase the house spirits alongside seasonal ingredients. It won Best Distillery on Long Island in the 2025 Bethpage Best of LI Awards, and the distillery regularly raises funds for veterans, animal shelters, and first responders. Whether you stop in for a quick taste or book a distilling class, the vibe is genuinely local and unhurried, which is rare for a place this good.