Many products are made in New York City. While some are only available there, others can be bought throughout the country or even world. These are some products made in New York City by small businesses.
Spoonable Spirits
This New York City small business makes jello shots and pudding shots with 5% alcohol. Kelli Lipson founded this company when she decided party food should be more fun. Flavors you can buy include Rum N’ Cookie, Whiskey Rolos, Peppermint Schnapps Hot Chocolate and Coquito Pudding Shot.
Penny Pasta Pet Food
This company produces natural and organic pet food and treats. Each one is made fresh to order. Their products have fresh fruits and vegetables, hormone-free meats and organic gluten-free whole grains. Located in Brooklyn, Penny Pasta Pet Food also sells grooming, pet waste management, pet beds, toys and other pet products.
Worksman Cycles
This company was established in 1898 and is the oldest bicycle manufacturer in the United States. Its first retail location was where the World Trade Center once stood. Worksman Cycles produces commercial grade and recreational bicycles. It also produces tricycles and mobile food vending carts. All of its products are built in its factory in Queens.
Classic Sofa of NY
This company made customized furniture before the pandemic. It now makes customized masks. The masks have a textured weave outer layer and a high-density cotton inner layer. All proceeds go to pay the salaries of the employees of Classic Sofa of NY.
Pernt
Pernt is a small business that makes handmade furniture and housewares. Each of its products is made from repurposed, recycled and sustainably harvested materials. Traditional techniques are used to craft the products at a studio in Queens.
Melimel
Melissa Santos is an entrepreneur, artist and designer who founded Melimel in 2011. Her company produces cut and sewn tops with original artwork. She uses graphite, etching and oil paint to produce the artwork. Her clothing is made in Brooklyn.
Victoria Fine Foods
This company was founded in 1929 and now employs over 150 people. Its food products are sold to restaurants and grocery stores. It manufactures over 200 food products that include sundried tomatoes, salad dressings, olives, pasta sauces, artichokes, jalapeno peppers and more.
