He died in his sleep, and cause of death hasn’t been identified.
Erenzo and his father, Ralph Erenzo, created two nationally popular spirits brands: Hudson Whiskey and Tuthilltown Spirits. Hudson Whiskey, whose tagline is “whiskey as bold as New York,” was a breakthrough part of Erenzo’s career, reaching name-brand recognition across the Valley and throughout the spirits world. The whiskey, made with grain from regional farms, was renowned for its flavor profile and groundbreaking bottle design.