An Independent Guide to Texas Whiskey

Events, Reviews & Distillery News

If you love Texas whiskey, you’re in the right place. Here, it’s all about the best distilleries, new releases, whiskey festivals, and pairing dinners happening across the Lone Star State.

I cover the stories behind the bottles, the people making the whiskey, and the events that bring it all together. From exclusive distillery drops to cigar pairings and food that actually complements your pour, I’ve got you covered.

Want to stay in the loop? Check out the Calendar and be sure to Follow me on Instagram @tx_whiskeygeek for behind-the-scenes tours, whiskey reviews, and creative cocktails. And if you want to support independent whiskey content, check out the Merch — every purchase helps keep this journey going.

Pour a glass and dive in. There’s a lot of Texas whiskey to explore.

Check out these upcoming events or head on over to the calendar for more.

Calendar of Events

Upcoming

Whiskey & Fire Lights Up Austin: June 8th at Star Hill Ranch

Jun 8

Jun 8, 2025

3:30 PM – 7:00 PM15:30 – 19:003:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Whiskey & Fire Lights Up Austin: June 8th at Star Hill Ranch

Jun 8, 2025

3:30 PM – 7:00 PM15:30 – 19:003:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Heritage Fire Tour and Whiskies of the World are teaming up to bring you the ultimate food and whiskey collab in Austin TX.

Jun 8, 2025

3:30 PM – 7:00 PM15:30 – 19:003:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Gallery

Two bottles of Balcones whiskey, one labeled Peated Texas Single Malt Whisky and the other Texas Rye, on a wooden box with a small barrel beside them and a 2023 whiskey award plaque.

A man at a booth handing a customer a drink sample. Several bottles of liquor displayed on the table under a branded canopy. A wooden barrel top with branding in the foreground.

Close-up of a metal distillery equipment labeled "TREATY OAK DSP-TX-15010" with surrounding industrial components.

A person standing outdoors holding two bottles of whiskey. The individual is wearing a green shirt and a cap, with a yellow lanyard around their neck displaying a "Texas Whiskey Distillery" badge. There is a table with more whiskey bottles nearby, an

Bottle of Tennessee straight bourbon whiskey on a restaurant table with a Texas flag in the background.

A barista wearing a cap and t-shirt hands a customer an object inside a rustic bar or cafe. The counter has drinks and condiment bottles. The setting is warmly lit with hanging lights.

Two people examining a box labeled 'Certified Texas Whiskey' on a table, featuring detailed information about the product.

Person wearing a green shirt holding a whiskey bottle.

Display of Lone Elm whiskey bottles on a table with a person in an orange shirt standing nearby. A tray of wrapped candies and a sign are also visible.

Group of people pouring and holding a glass of alcohol outdoors.

Whiskey Buzz

May 3, 2025

All About Texas Whiskey: The Bold Spirit of the Lone Star State

May 3, 2025

Texas whiskey doesn’t follow tradition—it sets its own. From rapid aging in extreme climates to bold experimentation, this article explores what makes Texas whiskey unique, how to tell the real deal from the imposters, and why now’s the time to pour a glass of something truly Lone Star.

May 3, 2025