This place is absolutely worth the drive! My husband and I were visiting the area and I was…read moredetermined to find gluten-free fish and chips--something I rarely get to enjoy because of celiac disease. After seeing BS Brewing recommended over and over, we decided to give it a try, and it exceeded every expectation. The dedicated gluten-free fryer gave me complete peace of mind, and the fish and chips were phenomenal--crispy, flavorful, and every bit as good as the traditional version. It's such a treat to find a place that takes gluten-free dining seriously without sacrificing taste. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in the area!

Great outdoor place! We were lucky to come right when a storm front was blowing away the extreme…read moreheat. Looking forward to coming with the kids next time. They will have so much fun with the play area. The service was very warm and welcoming also. Good beer, good food, good atmosphere. That's what we were looking for!

Root beer is priceless my kids love it and I love the adult beer I wish they were open all the time…read morebut I'm there when they are. If you cone solo you leave knowing everyone.....

No yelp reviews? This place is cool. Great beer, great food. But what really took it over-the-top…read morewas the "Welcome to Texas" service and culture. Everyone serving beer and food was awesome. Open every other Saturday, I get it. This brewery is niche but worth the visit.

What started as an accidental phone call to a distillery in Luling, Texas, led me to discover a…read moreremarkable hidden gem. KC Cantwell, the self-proclaimed "Chief Bottle Washer," introduced me to Edelbrand--a European-style fruit brandy with over 6,000 years of Austrian mountain tradition. The Austrian Connection In the Alpine slopes, Edelbrand production is strictly regulated by local government. Distillers receive low taxes but can only use water, yeast, and fruit--absolutely no sugar or added flavors. Violators face license revocation, heavy fines, or imprisonment, echoing Germany's Beer Purity Law philosophy. Founder Alexandra Cantwell traveled to Austria's Alpine region, where she discovered that in the town of Stanz alone, 52 distilleries operate--each guarding family secret recipes passed down through generations. These craft producers make only about 62 gallons annually, too limited for chain stores and typically served only in local restaurants. The Austrian tax system is fascinating: officials visit each distillery during fruit season to assess harvest volume and estimate liquor yield. Since taxes are based on fruit input rather than sales, producers are incentivized to optimize their processes for maximum yield. Just before Alexandra's departure, a local master discovered her true mission--bringing Edelbrand to Texas. Intrigued, he arranged for her to be interviewed by seven masters from another village. They believed Edelbrand-making is a cultivated ability, not merely a learned skill. After passing their tests, she trained intensively for two weeks, leaving not as an apprentice but as a certified master. The Texas Operation KC and Alexandra launched their Luling distillery in 2016, sourcing only pristine fruit from across the United States--no rot, bruises, or windfalls accepted. Their fermentation process occurs in temperature-controlled rooms around 65°F. While standard fermentation lasts 3-10 days, theirs extends 3-4 weeks using temperature-sensitive Austrian yeast with multiple monitoring alarms. Distillation happens in two German-built Schmidt stills with two runs: the stripping run quickly removes alcohol and water, while the spirit run precisely separates heads, hearts, and tails to capture the purest spirit. The chemistry is complex. The fermented mash contains water, alcohols, ethers, esters, acids, sugars, tannins, and sulfur compounds. The critical second distillation has three temperature phases. The "heads" contain toxic methanol that must be removed, but this temperature range also includes desirable esters and aldehydes contributing fruity and floral aromas. Masters taste the product constantly--every hour, then every 30 minutes, then every 5 minutes, finally every 30 seconds--to capture the "heart" that's methanol-free but retains aromatic compounds. The second cut separates "heart" from "tail," which contains heavier problematic compounds like higher alcohols, fatty acids, and sulfur compounds with rubbery or rotten-egg odors. Cutting too early loses flavor compounds that provide sweetness and fruity notes. Aging Innovation After distillation, the liquor ages 7-18 months depending on batch conditions. Here's where they innovate: traditional bourbon aging can lose 20% to "angel's share," unacceptable for high-end Edelbrand. Instead of barrels, they age in stainless steel tanks with lightly toasted American white oak spiral strips soaked in the liquor. The oak amount is carefully controlled to avoid overpowering the delicate fruit aromas. The Tasting Experience I sampled six varieties: clear apple, pear, and cherry, plus their oaked versions. The apple's aroma was so pronounced I could smell it three feet away when KC opened the half-empty bottle. The clear pear showed layered complexity, while the cherry didn't initially smell like cherry but revealed its flavor after a moment in the mouth. Among the oaked versions, the apple oak opens with oak and finishes with apple; the pear oak reverses this--pear first, then oak. The cherry oak achieves beautiful balance with both flavors present throughout. Worth the Investment I spent nearly $85 that afternoon--significant for a graduate student--but felt completely satisfied. The $22 tasting, $44 clear apple bottle, taxes, and $10 tip were well worth it. KC generously spent two hours with me, a single customer, sharing his knowledge and passion. This distillery represents something special: authentic European tradition transplanted to Texas soil, where Austrian mountain craft meets American innovation. If I return, I'm definitely bringing friends for the full tasting experience.

Go here! Me and 3…read moreother guys went here for a bachelor party evening. Kasey was absolutely unbelievable, his knowledge was amazing and the lesson he gave us was amazing. The drinks are spectacular. If you are into good Brandy, check this place out. It's cheap and you will learn a lot. Alexandra's ability as a master distiller is beyond amazing and you'll learn that.

I discovered this company while out at the Pearl this past weekend. They had a stand there…read morerepresenting their products, which was also manned by a very polite soldier that explained their processes thoroughly. He had two different meads to try from. The ones introduced at that time were the semi dry, Traditional Wildflower Mead and I believe the Cherry Nice to Mead You. I couldn't resist and bought the Wildflower which was delicious! I forgot the gentleman's name that represented that day, however, he definitely provided exemplary customer service while also explaining the process of how mead is made. He was very knowledgeable, approachable, and really represented this company at its finest! He truly exemplified the best qualities and aspects of the product he was representing, showcasing it highly and I truly admire that as it is very rare nowadays for somebody to go all out to showcase their product at the Pearl in such way. Thank you for your service once again, and I hope, especially as a veterans owned company, you will succeed and have many more followers to come! After looking at your website, I will definitely have to try that Lemon Citrus Mead sometime in the near future. Hooah! From my family to yours! Well done!

Amazing product ! We found their product at the Pearl market in STX. We will be ordering more …read more Can't wait for more flavors ! Texas made and veteran owned is a plus !

Austin Custom Winery when it was located for years in Austin, has supported the Central Texas…read moreClassic Chevy Club for years. At our functions / Car Shows and Charity functions, ACW supported us and on many occasions, fitted special wines with our Logos and Our Classic cars on the lables. Now these wine bottles are collector items. Mary,. owner of ACW could not be any sweeter. The business relocated ot Lockhart and has established themselves at a new location. They still make a great a great sellection of winjes that are free of high sulfides. Come take a trip out to Lockhart, have some great wines then go get some BBQ... Thank you Mary, You'r the Grrrreatest

I love this quiet oasis away from the chaos of other places! The Barolo is really good and I…read moregrabbed another bottle today and also picked up a Pinot Grigio. The wines do not have the chemicals that I don't think should be added. A wine should stand on its own! "Custom wine without the chemicals" Supremely good! I'm a wine snob as I was raised with it and also living and working around the world I was able to have some of the best wines in the world. No, I am not rich . Wines that are sent to the states are really jacked up in price and I was able to get what I wanted and bring it back. One thing I did learn is that you don't drink an expensive wine as a part of the meals but enjoy it on its own. I bought 2 bottles of Barolo to have with an Italian meal. It was a great fit. This little place has fulfilled the perfect fit! The lady who owns the place and makes the wine is quite nice and understand all of the above. I will be back!

A great stop on our way between Houston and San Antonio. Excellent samples to taste, and a very…read moregood short tour of the distilling process for Vodka and Bourbon that were underway. Very refreshing drink cocktail options, too! Travis, the distiller, almost seemed to be ready and waiting for us...very down to earth and informative. Well done!!

We popped into CY Distillery on our trip from San Antonio to Houston. Travis provided a very…read moreinformative tour of their production facility. The distillery offers tastings of their products...we enjoyed their vodka and a coffee flavored vodka. This is a small place that is a bit off the beaten path of I-10, but an enjoyable stop to break up the car ride. Their products are working their way into liquor stores.

We absolutely LOVE THIS PLACE! The drinks are solid and there's always something new. The place…read morehas "favorite neighbor's backyard" vibes and is dog-friendly, to boot. There's a small playground for the kiddos and corn hole & other games for the entire family. Shannon, Lindsey, and the rest of the staff are friendly and professional and our drinks always arrived quickly. Can't wait to come back!

I moved to Plum Creek in Kyle from Austin TX, Imagine the Shell Shock from living seconds from…read moreeverything, to being around nothing familiar. First week here I tried stopping at the local convenience stores, and wasn't able to find a single beer worth buying. Hillbilly juice, and soda. I was about to panic, till I realized that there was a liquor store right outside my backdoor. Had an interesting fun name, and was certainly going to be better than my previous store experiences. I went ahead and gave the place a try with full optimism. To my surprise, i had found the Oasis I was looking for! A good assortment of quality Beer at a great price! Pale Ales, Stouts, Porters, and everything else. Foreign and Local. Friendly service, Neighborly feel, and wide assortment of spirits. I haven't dived in to all the spirit selection, but seems to have all my favorites. If you are like me and live close, drink only the best, but don't want to have to walk through an HEB. Then Give FriDaze a try. You can't go wrong!

Pretty damn good beer selection. They have rare finds like Stone "Enjoy by", Dogfishead "120…read moreminute", and other cool guy drank stuff. They carry spirits from local distilleries and I think that's cool for a small business in Kyle. The owner apparently also owns a landscaping/ handyman service. Staff is friendly and made sure we got what we were looking for. He even checked in the back to see if they had it chilled. Definitely making this my new spot for toothpix!