It was so good, we walked out of there with two bottles, their Kooper Family rye (our very…read morefavorite) and their Sweetheart if the Rodeo bourbon (90 proof blended bourbon whiskey). Both are quite drinkable neat. But we also had fun making old fashioneds with both, as well. At just $45 a bottle, it's a heck of a deal. So much better than most is the $50 to $80 whiskeys we buy. Plus, as an added bonus, the Kooper family is very hospitable, informative, fun to hang out with at the bar, and they offer nice tastings at a great price ($16 for three pours), which allows you to determine which bottle is your favorite. You can't get that experience or that level of service at any liquor store! If you find yourself within an hour of this place, you need to visit! While you're in town, checkout the big antique store in Giddiness and have lunch or dinner at Los Patrones. Giddings will soon become one of your favorite towns.

I've pasted Koopers a few times and this time I thought I would stop…read more Super nice decor - nice place to hangout. But on to the whisky's. At 11:30 am on a Tuesday, I had the place to myself. The young lady behind the bar was super nice and let me sample a few offerings. I settled in The Prodigal Son. Smooth, not too peppery. Nice sipper. Once I got home, I poured me a bigger taste. Very good and added a few pieces of Sonic ice and that was it. Good pour.

Such an amazing time at Rek Hill. They are always super nice and knowledgeable about their…read moreproducts. You can see how they make everything there!! I've tasted all of their products and everything is amazing.

The absolute antithesis of a trendy hot spot, this old school holdout on a dusty warehouse-lined…read moreroad is the antidote to the over-hyped, over-priced bars downtown. It's definitely a destination, in the sense that you're not going to just stumble across it on your next walk. I happen to love this vibe. The crowd skews a bit older, despite the fact that cocktails range from $8 - 10. When I went, it was chill, and a big country band was out jamming on the gazebo. There's also a smaller stage indoors. They brew/distill everything on sight and I've been told there are sporadic tours, which I really want in on. Hopefully those start up again soon! I know I'll be back for a bottle of whiskey, regardless.

I didn't know about this place until I was invited to see the band, Under the Covers, perform last…read morenight. The bar is great. They have 2 rooms with a lot of seating, and an outdoor stage where the band was performing. I really enjoyed the band, and they drew a good sized crowd. I enjoyed my drinks. I forgot to take a picture of the last one, the Mango Volcano, made with chipotle rum, and it was my favorite. The drinks are well made and reasonably priced which I loved. Everyone at the bar was very friendly. I do wish there had been a little more outdoor seating, but it looked like they were repairing some of their picnic tables. The location and band made for a fun Friday night. Link to the band's website: http://www.bookthecovers.com

This Distillery is located in Downtown Bastrop area and is a great bar to have amazing drinks and…read moreenjoy a good cigar with friends. The place has inside and outside seating and the atmosphere has a rustic vibe to it. There is a small stage for live music and I recommend the various selections of Old Fashions at the Cigar Bar. The customer service is great and the business is always clean. So if you are looking for a great spot for drinks and good quality time then look no further.

Driving back from a family weekend and needed to get out of the car and stretch our legs. Bastrop…read moreis such a fun little town for a walk about. I was pleasantly surprised to see this place open on Easter Sunday so we popped in! Great spot! Friendly staff! Cozy little outdoor patio with rocking chairs! We didn't see have any food here, but a nice little taster of bevvies it the flight! Highly recommend you check it out!

Great drinks and amazing food. Grabbed a box of beef to go and grilled up some ribeyes today. Hot…read moredamn!! 10/10!!! Can't wait to go back to try some more.

Loved this place! Very chill. Excellent choice of cocktails. Really appreciate the live music. I…read morewish they served wine.

I stopped in on one of my day trips and this place did not disappoint. The staff is so friendly and…read moreaccommodating. They make all locally sourced rum that's been on their family since 1884. This can't be bought in stores only here at the distillery. They are only open seasonally so make sure you come out and have a drink under some majestic oaks!

We love the 45min drive to High Hill for drinks and crawfish from flipping tails…read moreI assume this is a family operation because everyone is just so nice, and passionate about creating a nice small town atmosphere. Sunsets, music and some DELICIOUS rum cocktails. I bring a bottle of 1884 home with me every time.

Do you like booze, friendly people, knowledgeable staff? If you said yea, this is the place to go…read more I think we could have sat here all night talking to the owner (I think his name was Nathan)! He was funny, friendly, and engaging. Definitely a bright spot on our weekend trip to College Station!

Enjoy the afternoon sitting and talking with the owner about the distillery and tasting the whiskey.read more

Hush & Whisper is such a chic hidden gem. The space is absolutely stunning with a modern industrial…read morevibe. You can see the distilling equipment, which adds to the experience and highlights the craftsmanship. They make all of their spirits in-house!! Whiskey, vodka, and gin--and the quality really shows. A must-visit distillery for both the atmosphere and the drinks.

I came here from out of town for my niece's wedding reception, and arrived two hours late. I…read morestrolled into the well-packed distillery, down a very nicely kept downtown type of area, and upon rolling to the back looking around, an employee noticed me and asked if I was with the wedding party. I'm in a powered wheelchair and the employee, Bobby, was nice enough to take me up a classy freight elevator to the second floor, where the reception was being held. It was a nice area, furnished with a lot of wood and lights. The reception had set up a nice buffet, and 200 drink tokens had been set aside for guests, although by the time I got there they had been used up. My girlfriend and I got a gin & tonic, and a vodka tonic, for about 11$ each, with both the gin, vodka, and tonics being brewed in house. They were very tasty, although maybe not 11$-tasty. Overall it was a lovely location for a wedding reception, the staff were helpful and friendly, and the drinks were good if just a tad pricey.

This distillery is open from 11 to 6 on Saturdays only. We got here at 2 PM on a Saturday and it…read morewas closed with no one inside. How can you not be open just on that one weekend day when people have the time to visit? We drove all the way down from Austin to sample their wares and purchase a bottle or two. So if you plan on visiting on a Saturday, you had better call first or face the possibility of disappointment. Plan B is to visit the copper shot distillery in Bastrop.

You never know where your gonna find a distillery and or brewery these days. Yep folks, it's…read moreanother #carclublife post. The club along with friends from Dallas and San Antonio headed east after the Texas Independence Day Parade. Libation education started at Derelict Airship AKA Violet Crown Spirits just west of Bastrop. You've hear of strip mall chic? Think business park chic! Quite similar to my friends over at Desert Door in Driftwood. Matt was an excellent host explaining the history behind each of their offerings. Let's start with Absinthe. Banned for many years in the US and parts of Europe, small batch distilleries have been popping up in the US since 2007. The anise flavor is quite strong and it's recommended you cut it with water. I've heard sugar cubes are common as well. Other in house offerings include an Elderflower and Jasmine Liqueur. Girlfriend and I's personal favorite was the Jasmine and we took home a bottle to pair up with other local spirits. A top notch experience from start to finish. Our group is excited to see this company grow. See y'all soon!

Picked up a Bottle at a Specs - not bad - Glad to show support for Houstonread more