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We were in Fredricksburg, Texas this last summer or 2025 and at Jacks Chophouse where we had the opportunity to drink some Garrison Bros Lady Bird 114-proof. It was fantastic so the hunt was on to find me bottle so I drove 20 miles on out to Hye, Texas to the distillery to fetch me a bottle. The sad news Lady Bird was not to be found, but I did buy a bottle of 115-proof Balmorhea and had a few samples at their gift shop from some lovely ladies that took great care of me. The Texas State Troopers were all over US-290 between Hye and Fredricksburg so I didn't do the full tasting event which was either a big regret or saved my ass from the troopers. This said, you have to tour this distillery when in the area as you won't regret it. It's like if you go to Egypt you have to see the pyramids, well in Hye, Texas you have to tour Garrison Brothers.
We happened to be passing through town mid week when they had a cocktail and food pairings tastings for $45 a person. The food was outstanding and the drinks were average to superb. Most impressive thing was the Customer Service. They were as many employees they're helping out as there were customers (~30 people). I grabbed a bottle of their Honey Dew bourbon.
Had an amazing experience at Garrison Brothers Distillery! Jeff and Danza made the entire visit unforgettable. Their knowledge, hospitality, and passion for bourbon made the tour both entertaining and educational. We learned a ton, met some great people, and had an absolute blast from start to finish. And I have to say--Jeff is a dead ringer for Aaron Rodgers! That alone was worth a double take. The tasting was worth every penny. Outstanding bourbon, great atmosphere, and an experience that exceeded expectations. If you're anywhere near the Texas Hill Country, put Garrison Brothers on your must-visit list. We'll definitely be back!
5/6/25: First time at the distillery as a volunteer bottling crew. Had a great time, meeting new people, and Leia was great. I learned a lot about the distilling process, bottling and packaging, and got to sample plenty of great TX bourbon! They certainly take care of the bottling crew. Hot breakfast and lunch for both days, and super friendly atmosphere. The staff takes great pride in the product they provide, and are eager to share their knowledge and passion. I would certainly drive 4 1/2 hours to participate again! They make you feel like family! I really liked that they support Military Veteran's causes, and that Military Veterans and First Responders are recognized. I am happy to be a brand ambassador!
My wife brought us here for a tour of the distillery and lunch for our anniversary. It was time well spent. The tour was really interesting and all the staff knew everything about the company and operation. After the tour, we ate at the restaurant and went to the gift shop. I got a couple of the bourbon glasses and the honey infused bourbon. I tried the bourbon tonight and it is very enjoyable. The honey is very present but subtle. It does not leave a lingering aftertaste like other whiskeys and bourbons I have had before by well known distillers.
I knew of Garrison Brothers distillery (Hadn't had any of their bourbon yet.) but only accidentally discovered it was an hour away from San Antonio while visiting my daughter's family for the holidays. So of course i had to visit. I signed up for a tour and added a guided tasting as well. I had signed up 3 of us but only 2 of us could make. I read on their website that cancelations needed to be 24 hours in advance so i had already written off the cost of one tasting but i let them know we would be short one for the tour and tasting and they happily reimbersed me for the tasting. (Tours are free for veterans, which the one that made it and the one that didn't were, and mine was only$10.) The tour was great and I really enjoyed the Small Batch samples we got to try! One small one in the bottling room. (Check out their bottling volunteering program, I'm certainly going to, especially if we end up retiring to San Antonio in a decade or so. The tasting was also great. It consisted of 5 pours including the Small Batch, Honey Dew, 2 different single-barrels, and the Balmorhea, which is mamed after a nearby state park that they help support. Surprisingly, I most enjoyed the Small Batch. The Balmorhea had the most amazing nose i have ever experienced, but unfortunately it fell short of expectations (personal opinion) on the palate. While sitting for the tasting I'm fairly certain that I saw Dan and Nancy Garrison walk by but unfortunately they were headed the other way so didn't get the opportunity to meet them. Before leaving we hade a bite to eat. I ordered the sausage sampler and it was way better (size and flavor) than expected. Finally we stopped at the gift shop and i was surprised to see the had the famous Cowboy Bourbon still available. You needed to buy a bundle of 4 bourbons to get a 2025, which was out of my price range I'm sure (didn't ask). But i picked up the 2024 that I'll save for a bottle share someday. I was hoping for a Red White and Bourbon Small Batch as well since that's what seemed to be currently being worked on in the volunteer bottling room, but no such luck. Hopefully ill get the chance. If there was one disappointment it was the Glencairns that i purchased (one for me and one to be mt son-in-law's first). I get one from every distillery i visit, and this one is my 12th. On the tour, at the tasting, in the Whisky Shack restaurant, i kept seeing these super awesome Glencairns with the Texas star on them. I must have seen hundreds of them in the 4 hours we were there. But the ones in the gift shop (minus the star) were rather bland/mundane. Not sure why anyone would change it. I was actually excited about getting the other one and placing it front and center. This one doesn't really stand out and will be placed off to the side somewhere. I did ask about getting one of the older ones with the star but the "NO" came almost too quick, like they had already been asked this a hundred times. I hope the "super awesome" one is back by my next visit as I'd much rather be drinking my Cowboy from it.
An authentic and informative experience. Tour was great from the start. We loaded up into 2 Jeep-towed trailers to see the new rickhouse, then the distillation and bottling buildings, and finish with a tasting in the original rickhouse. Get to your tour early so you can try a cocktail in the bar, and be sure to stop by the gift shop after your tour for a distillery-exclusive bottle.
I don't drink (but taste a little) so didn't expect to enjoy the tour so much. Jeff and Danza were very knowledgeable, welcoming, and fun guides. I was amazed at the science and expertise it takes to produce Garrison's excellent Bourbon. The staff members we met were obviously proud of their craft. This was a great experience for me, even as just the designated driver! --Joanne F.
I had a great time volunteering with Garrison Brothers as a Maquiladora. JD and Matt were great hosts, trainers, educators and brought the energy to our team that finished the packaging and production of the famously awarded Texas Small Batch Bourbon. I learned a lot, gained some new friends and am looking forward to enjoying some nice bourbon and remembering my two days in Hye, Texas.
1 month ago
The staff was very welcoming, helpful, and resourceful making our tour and visit excellent for a birthday celebration. We will be back! read more
16 days ago
1 month ago
We were in Fredricksburg, Texas this last summer or 2025 and at Jacks Chophouse where we had the opportunity to drink some Garrison Bros Lady Bird 114-proof. It was fantastic so the hunt was on to find me bottle so I drove 20 miles on out to Hye, Texas to the distillery to fetch me a bottle. The sad news Lady Bird was not to be found, but I did buy a bottle of 115-proof Balmorhea and had a few samples at their gift shop from some lovely ladies that took great care of me. The Texas State Troopers were all over US-290 between Hye and Fredricksburg so I didn't do the full tasting event which was either a big regret or saved my ass from the troopers. This said, you have to tour this distillery when in the area as you won't regret it. It's like if you go to Egypt you have to see the pyramids, well in Hye, Texas you have to tour Garrison Brothers. read more
We happened to be passing through town mid week when they had a cocktail and food pairings tastings for $45 a person. The food was outstanding and the drinks were average to superb. Most impressive thing was the Customer Service. They were as many employees they're helping out as there were customers (~30 people). I grabbed a bottle of their Honey Dew bourbon. read more
8 days ago
Travis was amazing with our tasting and explaining the history of the ranch. He made the trip worth-while. We missed our tour due to things out of our control. read more
8 days ago
Had an amazing experience at Garrison Brothers Distillery! Jeff and Danza made the entire visit unforgettable. Their knowledge, hospitality, and passion for bourbon made the tour both entertaining and educational. We learned a ton, met some great people, and had an absolute blast from start to finish. And I have to say--Jeff is a dead ringer for Aaron Rodgers! That alone was worth a double take. The tasting was worth every penny. Outstanding bourbon, great atmosphere, and an experience that exceeded expectations. If you're anywhere near the Texas Hill Country, put Garrison Brothers on your must-visit list. We'll definitely be back! read more
6 days ago
Experienced a Reserve tasting. By far the best we've ever experienced. Will definitely become a regular. read more
2 days ago
11 days ago
5/6/25: First time at the distillery as a volunteer bottling crew. Had a great time, meeting new people, and Leia was great. I learned a lot about the distilling process, bottling and packaging, and got to sample plenty of great TX bourbon! They certainly take care of the bottling crew. Hot breakfast and lunch for both days, and super friendly atmosphere. The staff takes great pride in the product they provide, and are eager to share their knowledge and passion. I would certainly drive 4 1/2 hours to participate again! They make you feel like family! I really liked that they support Military Veteran's causes, and that Military Veterans and First Responders are recognized. I am happy to be a brand ambassador! read more
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Garrison B.
Thank you for the kind words and for helping us bottle Frank! Salud
My wife brought us here for a tour of the distillery and lunch for our anniversary. It was time well spent. The tour was really interesting and all the staff knew everything about the company and operation. After the tour, we ate at the restaurant and went to the gift shop. I got a couple of the bourbon glasses and the honey infused bourbon. I tried the bourbon tonight and it is very enjoyable. The honey is very present but subtle. It does not leave a lingering aftertaste like other whiskeys and bourbons I have had before by well known distillers. read more
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Garrison B.
Thank you for the kind review Ryan!
I knew of Garrison Brothers distillery (Hadn't had any of their bourbon yet.) but only accidentally discovered it was an hour away from San Antonio while visiting my daughter's family for the holidays. So of course i had to visit. I signed up for a tour and added a guided tasting as well. I had signed up 3 of us but only 2 of us could make. I read on their website that cancelations needed to be 24 hours in advance so i had already written off the cost of one tasting but i let them know we would be short one for the tour and tasting and they happily reimbersed me for the tasting. (Tours are free for veterans, which the one that made it and the one that didn't were, and mine was only$10.) The tour was great and I really enjoyed the Small Batch samples we got to try! One small one in the bottling room. (Check out their bottling volunteering program, I'm certainly going to, especially if we end up retiring to San Antonio in a decade or so. The tasting was also great. It consisted of 5 pours including the Small Batch, Honey Dew, 2 different single-barrels, and the Balmorhea, which is mamed after a nearby state park that they help support. Surprisingly, I most enjoyed the Small Batch. The Balmorhea had the most amazing nose i have ever experienced, but unfortunately it fell short of expectations (personal opinion) on the palate. While sitting for the tasting I'm fairly certain that I saw Dan and Nancy Garrison walk by but unfortunately they were headed the other way so didn't get the opportunity to meet them. Before leaving we hade a bite to eat. I ordered the sausage sampler and it was way better (size and flavor) than expected. Finally we stopped at the gift shop and i was surprised to see the had the famous Cowboy Bourbon still available. You needed to buy a bundle of 4 bourbons to get a 2025, which was out of my price range I'm sure (didn't ask). But i picked up the 2024 that I'll save for a bottle share someday. I was hoping for a Red White and Bourbon Small Batch as well since that's what seemed to be currently being worked on in the volunteer bottling room, but no such luck. Hopefully ill get the chance. If there was one disappointment it was the Glencairns that i purchased (one for me and one to be mt son-in-law's first). I get one from every distillery i visit, and this one is my 12th. On the tour, at the tasting, in the Whisky Shack restaurant, i kept seeing these super awesome Glencairns with the Texas star on them. I must have seen hundreds of them in the 4 hours we were there. But the ones in the gift shop (minus the star) were rather bland/mundane. Not sure why anyone would change it. I was actually excited about getting the other one and placing it front and center. This one doesn't really stand out and will be placed off to the side somewhere. I did ask about getting one of the older ones with the star but the "NO" came almost too quick, like they had already been asked this a hundred times. I hope the "super awesome" one is back by my next visit as I'd much rather be drinking my Cowboy from it. read more
7 days ago
28 days ago
An authentic and informative experience. Tour was great from the start. We loaded up into 2 Jeep-towed trailers to see the new rickhouse, then the distillation and bottling buildings, and finish with a tasting in the original rickhouse. Get to your tour early so you can try a cocktail in the bar, and be sure to stop by the gift shop after your tour for a distillery-exclusive bottle. read more
28 days ago
SO GOOD!! The tour took us through the entire process of their whiskey. Immersive, hilarious, so awesome. While I highly recommend the spiked frozen Dr.Pepper, I recommend Mike and Jamie's tour so much more. read more
3 months ago
I don't drink (but taste a little) so didn't expect to enjoy the tour so much. Jeff and Danza were very knowledgeable, welcoming, and fun guides. I was amazed at the science and expertise it takes to produce Garrison's excellent Bourbon. The staff members we met were obviously proud of their craft. This was a great experience for me, even as just the designated driver! --Joanne F. read more
I had a great time volunteering with Garrison Brothers as a Maquiladora. JD and Matt were great hosts, trainers, educators and brought the energy to our team that finished the packaging and production of the famously awarded Texas Small Batch Bourbon. I learned a lot, gained some new friends and am looking forward to enjoying some nice bourbon and remembering my two days in Hye, Texas. read more
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Garrison B.
Thank you for the kind review Brent!
10 days ago
2 months ago
Thank you for contribution towards a really nice day. My wife and I were celebrating our 29th anniversary and were looking for something different to do together. Bourbon is something we have in common so a trip to Hye sounded like a great idea. A great idea indeed. We really enjoyed the food, beverages and tour. Jeff and Mike did a great job. Jeff (Aaron Rodgers) kept us entertained and informed. Nice energy and enthusiasm. We'll be back some day for a tasting and will definitely share our experience with friends. read more
2 months ago
Ive waited a while to do this review and feel like I have a good handle on how I feel about this place. To summarize, I enjoyed the tour, but I think it was WAY overpriced. The tour was $20, and only included two tastings at the end. You can buy an (expensive) drink yourself at a bar during the tour. I think it was $14-18? And if you decide you like the bourbon and want to buy some, their standard bottle will set you back around $50. Is it good bourbon? Sure? But I don't think it matches the price point. I wanted to love this place and support local, but I just think it missed the mark for me. read more
2 months ago
Such fun tour, and definitely worth the 1 hr 20 minute drive from from austin. First, the countryside is pretty and Garrison Brothers is perched on a hilltop with a great view. Our tour guides--Steve and Charlie--were friendly and knowledgeable. We ordered an old fashioned at our first stop, but turns out that wasn't necessary (although it was an excellent drink). Along the way, we were offered small sips (think communion-sized containers) of various bourbons. This is a great place to try Garrison Brothers and learn about their production process. read more
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Garrison B.
Thank you for visiting us and for the kind words Linda!
6 months ago
I had an opportunity to volunteer and bottle whiskey at the Garrison brothers distillery. It was a wonderful experience. Gives perspective on what it takes to prepare one of those bottles to see at your liquor store shelves. I would definitely volunteer again. read more
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Garrison B.
Thank you for the kind words and for helping us bottle Angel! Salud
4 months ago
we did the distillery tour. our guides, Jeff and Danza were great. they were very informative, friendly, professional, answered our questions. the staff we encountered at the bars, store were helpful and friendly with smiles. we are looking forward to a return trip. read more
3 months ago
It was a great experience. Jeff & Danza were great & knowledgeable guides on the tour of the distillery. We will definitely do tour again next time we are in the area! read more
Nice spot out in Hill Country, I'd say it's got a similar vibe to Treaty Oak - big open space, live music, mixed drinks or flights, and some good-looking food as well (though we didn't try any). It wasn't very busy mid day on the weekend even though the lot was full, which was nice since crowds are never fun. We got a flight and really enjoyed them; I'd say they were a bit on the small side of pours. Looking at the prices per bottle I can understand but I'd still expect something more substantial if you're paying for it. They have good whiskey and bourbon but I don't think I'd quite pay the price for it. It's probably the best Texas whiskey I've had but as far as bourbon goes there's definitely better, for cheaper. But, overall it's a nice hangout location and I'd definitely go again if in the area; it's just a bit of a drive from Austin. read more
8 months ago
6 months ago
Everything about the volunteer bottling experience was fantastic, a bucket list experience. The staff was friendly, super helpful and knowledgeable. They made it fun for all. I'd Hye-ly recommend doing this if you can get in! read more
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Garrison B.
Thank you for the kind review Chris!
3 months ago
I have been drinking this brown water for years! It is so good! Tour was great, private tasting worth it! great gift shop plus food and pours can be purchased. Everyone is very friendly, they support our Veterans. I been in oil/gas and chemicals refining for 20 years so if Garrison ever needs more distillation help I am open lol. read more
9 months ago
I visit distilleries pretty frequently, and if could give them 10 stars I would. The food was great. The grounds are beautiful. Took a tour and a separate Hye tasting with Mike. Everyone is so polite and loving it was like I knew everyone. MK woods was so hospitable to my wife and I. I can not say one bad thing about this place. It's a place where I would visit again and again. read more
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Garrison B.
Thank you for visiting us and for the kind review Juan!
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Enjoyed a great lunch before our tasting with Danza. She presented each bourbon with such interesting facts and a fun personality! Explained each one perfectly. read more
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