Top Things to do in Texas
Top Hotels in Texas
- 1. Fairmont Austin
- 2. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
- 3. The San Luis Resort, Spa and Conference Center
- 4. Blossom Hotel Houston
- 5. Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk
- 6. Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
- 7. Holiday Inn Resort Galveston-on the Beach, an IHG Hotel
- 8. Fairmont Dallas
- 9. Hilton Americas-Houston
- 10. The Beeman Hotel
Countries
10 Distilleries in Texas That You Shouldn't Miss
Texas has great beaches for bird watching, boating, and fishing. Plus golf courses, cowboy and high art culture, and a rich history. Bask on the beach and bird watch between golf games before, during, or after spring break in Corpus Christi, Port Aransas, Crystal Beach, or South Padre Island. Explore East Texas from Dallas to Tyler, Texarkana, Jefferson, and Nacogdoches. Enjoy golf and big city life in Dallas or Houston. Visit Galveston's coastal Strand. Tour West Texas and Hill Country from San Antonio, New Braunfels, Austin, and Fredericksburg to Amarillo and El Paso.
Restaurants in Texas
1. Garrison Brothers Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 485 reviews
Garrison Brothers Distillery is Texas' first and oldest bourbon distillery. Our bourbon is hand-made from corn to cork right here on our little ranch. We are open Tuesday-Thursday, 10am-4pm and Friday & Saturday from 11am-5pm.
Reviewed By B2914EUstephaniet
We had been waiting to do a tour of Garrison Brothers for over a year. We finally scored spots last week and it was worth the wait! Tours are only $10 a person, which includes samples of the process along the way and a decent pour of bourbon at the end of the tour. It was really amazing to hear Garrison's story and see the process. We arrived early, which I highly recommend, and got drinks from the outside bar. "The Donkey" was a delicious spin on a "Moscow Mule". The "Old Fashioned" was a VERY generous size for the money and tasty. They also offered beer and wine for an honor system donation. The outdoor area was very large and had plenty of places to sit and enjoy the property. Overall, I definitely recommend and will be back!
2. Railean Rum Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 68 reviews
The Railean Distillery is located in San Leon, Texas. Open to the public for tours, tastings, bar, and gift shop. Visitors can purchase bottles, cocktails and souvenirs.
Reviewed By AdventurousRetirees - Lone Tree, United States
This funky, quaint business is part distillery/part Pirate theme bar, the Buccaneer. We got a tour from the owner, Kelly, who taught us much about distilling, qualities, aging...lots of great information, a very relaxed pace. The tour we purchased also included a delicious rum drink of our choosing, which we sipped on as we toured and asked Kelly lots of questions. We finished with a tasting of 6 or 7 different varieties. And got a cool shot glass as a souvenir, also part of the tour. We highly recommend making a stop here, this was one of the best distillery tours we have ever taken (and we've done lots!) Thank you, Kelly, it was a pleasure meeting you.
3. Bendt Distilling Co.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 131 reviews
Whiskey distillery in historic Old Town Lewisville, Texas. Tours offered weekly on Friday and Saturday, with reservations available online. Full craft cocktail menu offered, with non-whiskey cocktails available (vodka, rum, gin, agave), as well as house-made craft sodas.
Reviewed By GoWanderlove - Dallas, United States
If you enjoy small batch, craft whiskey, you will LOVE this place! I had the whiskey flight (who knew?) which had four samples ranging from a blended whiskey cocktail to a straight rye and my date had an old-fashioned which he said was outstanding. It is a darkish, cozy place with lots of wood on the walls and tables. The service is top-notch (thank you, Marcus). One last thing, you MUST try the homemade whiskey cake. It's not for the faint of heart. Made with Bendt whiskey and then soaked in Bendt whiskey. A word of caution: Do not eat and drive. :)
4. Ranger Creek Brewing & Distilling
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 166 reviews
Ranger Creek is a combined brewery/distillery proudly located in San Antonio, TX. We offer a unique, educational Brewstillery Tour where you can learn how we make our beer and our bourbon on Saturdays at 12 & 2PM (Group size of ten to accommodate safe social distancing). This full tour is $10, which includes a detailed guided tour and 3 samples of our products. Our Beer Garden (outside) is open Fri 4-9 pm and Sat 12-9 pm.
5. Hill Country Distillers
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By glorian339
Their Mules are wonderful. Made with their 120 proof vodka. Have a wide variety of drinks on menu made with their distilled vodkas made with prickly pear cactus.
6. Crystal Creek Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 42 reviews
Thurs 4p-10p Fri 4p-2a Sat 12p-2a Sun 12p-6p. Established in 2013. Crystal Creek Distillery was born in the hill country of central Texas. We grew out of the cave in which we distilled out of to our distillery in Spicewood, Texas. At Crystal Creek Moonshine, we love crafting our spirit with gluten free and local ingredients. Make sure to try our unique infusions - Serrano Cucumber, Peach Lavender and Coffee Pecan. We look forward to meeting you guys soon at the distillery!
7. Western Son Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
JEM Beverage Company offers a first class experience in touring and tasting at the distillery. This 30,000 square foot building showcases the distillation process from start to finish. Open to the public daily to purchase bottles on site and offering tours Fridays at 4pm and Saturday's at 1, 3 and 5pm. The tours include a full walk-through of the back distillation, blending and bottling area. As well as a tasting of the various spirits in either a straight fashion or in a daily created cocktail. The distillery is located just off the historic downtown square in Pilot Point, TX. This beautiful town is just south of Lake Ray Roberts and is known for its rich sandy soil which is ideal for horses. This is a unique Texas Distillery experience and the informative yet approachable delivery of the process from the experts at JEM Beverage Company make the tour ideal for novice cocktail enthusiasts or the most passionate of bourbon lovers.
Reviewed By nancysC8364ZG
Second time to tour, as much fun as the first time. We had family in town and decided to take them up to Pilot Point for the distillery tour. Fun and informative tour with Vinnie. Hospitality room a fun stop after the tour. Lots of tables outside to enjoy a drink at on a beautiful Texas afternoon.
8. Copper Shot Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By fredb428 - College Station, United States
Excellent spot to enjoy a wide variety of libations. Great selection of tasty cigars and the young lady behind the bar is quite attentive and knowledgeable about what’s what. Well done.
9. Spirit of Texas Independent Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Spirit of Texas Distillery is Pflugerville's original distillery, featuring our award winning Pecan Street Rum, Pfluger Single Malt Whiskey, and Straight Silver Rum. our passion is making unique, top-shelf spirits and showcasing them in custom cocktail creations in our tasting lounge. we offer tours for the curious and tastings for the bold, with Live music and local food trucks every weekend.
Reviewed By melissacall
The Distillery has expanded their services to include brewing beer. The bartender, Michael Hershey, is friendly and extremely knowledgeable. Along with the owner, Shaun Siems, he distills whiskey and rum and brews beer. Michael is my son, so I know how conscientious he is. They continually update and renovate the bar and entertainment area to keep it fresh and inviting.
10. Black Eyed Distilling Co.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
The story behind the creation of BLK EYE Vodka started with a bold vision. With 100% Texas roots from farm to bottle, it’s the first vodka crafted by hand from black-eyed peas. The result is a smooth-tasting stroke of genius. At BlackEyed Distilling Co., we just believe an ultra premium experience should be evident from the first sip. Smooth. Subtle. Singular. That’s what being an original is all about.
Reviewed By 270treyc
I had herd about this vodka made with Black Eyed Peas. I said to myself,"There's no way someone made vodka out of delicious black eyed peas, not possible?" Well it was true folks! We loaded up and went to the Blackeyed Distillery in Fort Worth and it was amazing folks! Incredible flavor and very smooth vodka made and produced bib hand from farm fresh Texas Blackeyed Peas. The tour we took of the plant was amazing and and the folks form Blackeye where so much fun, crazy fun! This is a must see, much drink, and must do tour when your in Fort Worth or the DFW area. It's worth a 5 hour drive just to visit with these folks! Trey Chapman Foodie!
