Whiskey Roundup - Texas Whiskey

The great state of Texas has a lot to offer, and the least of which is whiskey. I have had the opportunity to sample some great Texas whiskeys and plan to sample even more before I am done. Today, I am

Whiskey Roundup Texas Whiskey

bringing you my favorite Texas Whiskey tweets.

The folks at Balcones have made some excellent whiskeys over the years. I'm partial to Balcones Baby Blue, made with Texas blue corn. So to see a whiskey made using the to one of my favorite Texas beers, I am undoubtedly excited!

I recently tried Balcones Texas Bock, a whiskey using the Shiner Bock beer recipe, and I loved it so much that maybe I will move to Texas after all. https://t.co/1H9SCiDxMr

— Karol Markowicz (@karol) September 5, 2020

For some reason, I never thought of whiskey as a day drinker, just a daily drinker. Now, seeing a bourbon actually named "Day Drinker" changes my whole perspective on how I look at it.

The new Treaty Oak The Day Drinker Texas Bourbon, bottled at 80 proof, is envisioned as a more casual day drinking whiskey versus the distillery's 95 proof flagship bourbon offering. https://t.co/42usvY2GT5

— Whiskey Wash (@WhiskeyWash) September 1, 2020

I like to see whiskey distilleries try something new and use different or experimental grains. I wouldn't call a whiskey using 100% Texas grains experimental, but it is certainly different. This is definitely going on the list of whiskeys to hunt down and try. 

Still Austin Whiskey Co. Releases Straight Bourbon Whiskey Featuring 100% Texas Grains https://t.co/mffPR5pcPr 1 #whiskey pic.twitter.com/hdIZmZX4H7

— Whisk(e)y Chap 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🥃 (@whiskeychap) September 4, 2020

When it comes to great Texas Whiskeys, Garrison Bros should be on your list. I have never had anything from them that was disappointing. Keep an eye out for this one if you have not tried it already. 

Another joyful Texas whiskey comes from @garrisonbros #whiskey #bourbon #whisky https://t.co/atkLPdrXT0

— Whisky Monster 🥃 (@WhiskyMonster_) September 4, 2020

The BLT Cocktail, Texas Edition

After making the BLT Cocktail for the first time the other day, I was hooked. But I go to thinking, how can I make this drink something that is uniquely Texan? One thing was obvious. It had to be a Texas Bourbon. But what else? Texans love their Topo Chico mineral water, so that would replace the

BLT Cocktail, TX Edition

tonic. Let's try it out.

The Recipe

The Tools

• Cocktail Glass
• Jigger
• Cutting Board
• Knife
• Mason Jar
• Bar Spoon

The Ingredients

• 2 oz Texas Bourbon
• Topo Chico
• Lemon
• Ice

The Method

For this recipe, we'll use a mason jar. That's not uniquely Texan, but it feels right for this drink. First, fill the mason jar with ice. Next, add 2 oz of your favorite Texas Bourbon. I'm using Garrison Brothers in this one. Top the bourbon off with Topo Chico and add your lemon wedge. Stir to combine using the bar spoon. 

Slainte!

Whiskey Roundup 04/05/20 to 04/11/20

Whiskey Roundup

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I have a preference for dogs. There's something about the idea of a boy and his dog going on adventures together. That said, any animal who hangs out at a distillery all day long, is a friend of mine! It's also nice to see another distillery lending their stills to the pandemic cause and making hand sanitizer to help everyone out!

Come say hi to Pinga #Pingathedistillerycat (proper social distancing of course) and pick up an order of our spirits! #handsanitizer back in stock too. Order ahead on our website for curbside pickup from 4-7pm. Link to #bottleshop in our bio #distillerycat #handsanitizer #whiskey pic.twitter.com/AQJ3yvUUuk

— Wright & Brown Distilling Co. (@wrightandbrown) April 10, 2020

I love finding new whiskey reviews. It helps me find new whiskeys to hunt down. I typically like whiskeys aged in wine casks, so this one should be right up my alley. 

Whiskey Review: Bardstown Bourbon: The Prisoner https://t.co/0xfzbke5Yd 8 #whiskey pic.twitter.com/DxdhTW5mqK

— The Whisk(e)y Chap 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🥃 (@whiskeychap) April 10, 2020

I can't think of a better substitute for vanilla than whiskey.. The natural vanilla flavors in most whiskeys tend to mix well with baking. But the question remains, how much whiskey should you put in?

Ran out of vanilla, so I'm subbing #whiskey in the pecan pie. #ShouldWorkJustFine pic.twitter.com/uEdlEKtEz6

— Reaunna Murphy (@ReaunnaMurphy) April 4, 2020

For some reason Texas whiskey is polarizing. People tend to love it or hate it. I don't really understand it. Personally, I love it. Maybe I'm biased being a Texan. Either way, it's always great to see any Texas Whiskey win an award! Congratulations to Milam and Greene Whiskey on your awards for Ben Milam Whiskey Small Batch Bourbon!

Texas Whiskey Wins Double Gold At The 2020 San Francisco World Spirits Competition https://t.co/MmisqkQvP8 6 #whiskey pic.twitter.com/2mDJRwFqwV

— The Whisk(e)y Chap 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🥃 (@whiskeychap) April 10, 2020

I have only seen New Riff offerings in pictures in whiskey groups. This is another one that seems polarizing. I have yet to see it in a store here in Houston. When I get the chance, I will definitely be trying it out!

It’s time! @NewRiff #Bourbon 🥃 #Whiskey 🥃 #TGIF Drink it up ! 🥃 pic.twitter.com/eX5zP8Tbcy

— Chris Anderson (@Essau1969) April 10, 2020

Whiskey Roundup 11/10/19 to 11/16/19

Every Saturday I go through Twitter with #whiskey and roundup my favorite whiskey articles!
These are may favorites for this week!

Sometimes the best cocktails are made out of what was on hand, with no real plan!

Just a quick #cocktail with what I had around, no idea of the name. Tasty, though.

2 oz #rye #whiskey
.5 oz Benedictine
.5 oz cherry liqueur
4 dashes chocolate bitters

Build in rocks glass, stir with ice, express & garnish with orange twist. pic.twitter.com/s37FHRyEog

— Eric Lewis (@TheHeronKing) November 16, 2019

This pretty well sums up where I want to be right now!

Photo of the day #whiskey pic.twitter.com/ZgsPAccZrT

— Whiskey Scene (@whiskeyscenemag) November 15, 2019

I love Texas Whiskey! Great to see so many great brands on display!

Texas representing at a charity gala! #texaswhiskey #experiencetexaswhiskey #whiskey #charityevent pic.twitter.com/xZzZ0bBTSx

— Texas Whiskey Fest (@TXwhiskeyfest) November 10, 2019

This sounds dangerously drinkable! Warned up, it would be great around the holidays with the cooler weather!

#Phoenix in #November. Salted Caramel #Whiskey on the rocks with apple slices by the pool. pic.twitter.com/SuKUMwcemT

— Kelly Loubet Singh (@kellyloubet) November 10, 2019

That's a nice glass, with a damn nice whiskey behind it! Happy birthday Brian!

This glass makes #whiskey better #birthday lunch pic.twitter.com/EhLWuFnvLt

— Brian (@Dobboinaus) November 10, 2019