Our Heritage
Our Story
A legacy of craft, culture, and community — from the Netherlands to Wheatley Heights, NY.
The Distiller
Vanessa Braxton
First African American Women Master Distiller & Master Blender in the USA!
When you taste Black Momma Vodka or our other Brands! Know that Vanessa Braxton is the Master Distiller and Master Blender and its distilled and crafted by this Black Momma.... Not sourced or contract distilled!
We provide private label Vodka, Bourbon, Gin, Agave Spirit, Rum and RTD Handcrafted with care just like a moonshiner but only legal! LOL
Gravesande Braxton Distillers is located in Wheatley Heights, NY — a private facility open only to industry professionals by appointment.
OUR STORY WITH BLACK MOMMA VODKA
GRAVESANDE BRAXTON
The Gravesande is Dutch from the Netherlands and Scotland with a rich history in Government, Scientists, Engineers, and Entrepreneurs in Real Estate. Even Making Scotch (Beer, Wine and Spirits) in Scotland in late 1890 after settling in Renfrewshire, but everyone made Scotch in the 1800's it was a way of life.
Vanessa wanted to honor her husband name Braxton which she carries still for over 30 years as a Wife and Mother and will be her legacy to her children and generations to come.
The Braxton has deep roots all the way back to over 400 years in the US. They are African American Descendants of Slaves which built this country and Vanessa is proud to carry that legacy forward through her craft.
Together, the name Gravesande-Braxton represents a fusion of European distilling heritage and African American resilience — a truly unique story in American spirits.
Inside the Distillery
A glimpse into where the magic happens
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