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A Rich & Smooth New Heritage: A Look At Texas Best Whiskey Brands
Texas has not been a longtime whiskey producer (at least not legally). The first stiller's permit for bourbon outside of Kentucky or Tennessee was granted to Garrison Brothers Distillery in Hye, Texas- in 2006. I've been a high school graduate for longer than that.
This doesn't mean that Texas isn't developing exciting and exclusive whiskey, rye whiskey, and bourbon flavor profiles. In fact, our unique terroir* has contributed to distillation excellence and award-winning spirits.
*fancy word for the environmental factors that affect a crop
Texas distillers have sourced local ingredients like grains and Texas water (from rain to rivers) to make spirits as bold and captivating as our Lone Star State.
Here is a look at some of the best Texas whiskies available, and you don't have to take my word for it. Each of these distillers won awards at the 2024 Texas Whiskey Fest- you can be assured your fellow Texas whiskey enthusiasts enjoyed them.
Rich & Smooth: A Look At Texas Best Whiskey Brands
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