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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.

Always a pleasure to stop in & have a drink & get a bottle to go. We love the atmosphere, very…read moreTexas, feels historic, rustic, & the bartenders are always a pleasure. We stopped in today on our way back to Austin from Galveston (4th of July) & I walked in at 6:02, RIGHT after they closed. Although we didn't have time for drinks, I asked if I could get a bottle, & she was happy to stay open a few more minutes for me. She even let me sample a couple because I was indecisive. I realize that was her time off I was cutting into, & I really appreciated it. I didn't catch her name, but it probably won't be hard to figure out who it was. She was so friendly! Thanks again!

Very casual but sophisticated tasting experience. High quality whiskey, relaxed and beautiful…read morespace. Prices are outstanding. I typically go for a rye whiskey, but I actually didn't prefer the rye here, it tasted smokey. The single malt was very smooth, and the blue corn had a super interesting marshmallow flavor. I got several bottles for gifts. Not sure why this place was so quiet on a Saturday night? Maybe it is more popular during the day for tours. I rather enjoyed the quiet. Excellent service and experience.

I was so excited to finally visit the Balcones distillery. As one of my top two favorite…read moredistilleries I was eager to take the tour and get some distillery only releases. They did not disappoint! Not only was the staff amazing and the drinks exactly what I hoped for... I was staying longer afterwards to meet one of the master distillers and the staff told me it was ok to DoorDash food to the tasting room! The tasting room was so comfortable and the perfect setting to enjoy a great glass of whiskey. Definitely would recommend a visit.

I've ordered online but have not received my products, had a problem getting the strawberry brandy…read moreis the only thing that has not gone well, on line it would not let me select it... they have been trying to get me to send them the link I used but I really don't have time to do there job.

Such a fun place. They will introduce you to the pleasures of brandy and also have a full bar…read more Great service & brandy!

Stopped into Bartletts Distillery to see what they have to offer. Before we moved out this way we…read morehad awesome distillery that we really miss and were so happy to find Bartletts. The atmosphere is really relaxed and friendly with a large choice of different styles of drinks that they are able to make for you using the Silver, Gold and Dark Rums that they distill. They also have some really delicious Whisky; A White Dog Whiskey and a Single Malt Whiskey which my wife and I really enjoyed. Some many options to choose from and well worth stopping in and having a few tasty drinks and chill.

We found Bartletts Distillery on Google while we were trying to find things to do in the Conroe…read morearea when we came down here for a trip. When we walked in Van (the owner) was inviting and was helpful when looking through the selection of drinks they make in house. While we waited, we found various board games and card games to play since we had a big party of us. Loved this place and looking forward to coming back.

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.

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.

I visited this spot to check it out, and it didn't disappoint. Located in the countryside of…read morecentral Texas and surrounded by farmland, the natural setting gives the place a cozy, homey feel. The owners, a friendly husband-and-wife team, are wonderful to meet and greet you with a warm welcome. The whiskey experience here is pure Texas style, with a fantastic selection of house-made options. You can't go wrong trying any of their offerings. They also provide samples if you want to explore their variety before committing. The menu features classic bar food, including hamburgers and pizza--simple but satisfying. While I was there, they didn't have live entertainment, but they do regularly advertise performances on their Facebook page. In fact, they mentioned there would be live entertainment later that evening at 6 p.m., which was a bit of a disappointment since I couldn't stay. Their food is all made in house and very delicious!! I had the Texas Ranch Style burger with fries. The burger was very flavorful and I am glad I added jalapeños. In addition to whiskey, they also brew their own beer, which I didn't get a chance to try but will definitely check out on my next visit. They even offer tours upon request, depending on availability, which adds another layer of fun to the experience. They also sell meat products here. You can either buy from the freezer inside or by the box. Prices are listed on the menu. If you're looking for a great place to unwind with a drink and enjoy a laid-back atmosphere, this spot is worth a visit!

Still getting settled into their new expanded facilities but more importantly still producing those…read moreaward winning whiskey. Just got my first cask strength Shire Rye, and it is so smooth and complex. Specs does a great job of getting their products out but you will want to get to know the family behind the success by stopping by. Tell them to put it on my tab.

Really nice tour. They really took the time to explain the distilling process. I'm not a huge…read morewhiskey drinker but I was very impressed and enjoyed learning about how they get to the final product. This would be a fun place if they start doing events.