Boston — The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy announced a new partnership with Boston Harbor Distillery to operate its Wharf District beverage garden, located across from the Boston Harbor Hotel and International Place at the corner of High Street and Atlantic Avenue.
Beginning this spring, the waterfront-inspired distillery will bring its small-batch craft spirits and locally rooted identity to the heart of Downtown Boston, offering a family-friendly gathering space with cocktails, mocktails, beer, wine, and locally produced snacks.
Founded on Boston Harbor, Boston Harbor Distillery has built a loyal following for spirits that reflect New England’s maritime heritage. Its portfolio includes whiskey, rum, gin, vodka, liqueurs, and ready-to-drink cocktails, all emphasizing hands-on production and coastal character.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Boston Harbor Distillery to bring new offerings and local flavor to The Greenway’s beverage garden,” said Eileen Ong, Director of Programs and Outreach at the Greenway Conservancy. “This partnership strengthens our commitment to supporting small local businesses while creating a welcoming, family-friendly space where people of all ages can gather and enjoy seasonal programming.”
Founder Rhonda Kallman said the move aligns with the distillery’s mission to tell the story of Boston through its spirits. “The Greenway embodies the heart of the city,” she said. “We’re delighted to share our craft with Downtown neighbors and visitors from around the world in a space that celebrates connection and community.”
Owner and President Este Sylvetsky added that the partnership allows the distillery to engage both local patrons and international visitors who frequent the waterfront park.
The beverage garden will feature signature cocktails including the Putnam Barrel-Aged Maple Old Fashioned, BOS-hattan, Tea Party craft whiskey cocktail, Greenway Colada, and Boston Harbor Refresher. Bottled offerings available for purchase will include Putnam Whiskey varieties; Lawley’s Nautical line of botanical gins, molasses rum and vodka; Demon Seed Whiskey; Boston Harbor Maple Cream; Coffee Liqueur; and Espresso Martini.
The new operator was selected through a competitive Request for Proposals process following the conclusion of the 2025 lease. The space was previously operated for nearly a decade by Trillium Brewing Company, which helped establish the Conservancy’s beverage garden program and launched Boston’s first public beer garden in partnership with The Greenway.
“We’re very grateful for the role Trillium Brewing played in helping to establish our beverage gardens and in welcoming so many visitors to the park,” Ong said. “Their creativity and partnership shaped a program that has become a beloved seasonal destination.”
