Ironroot Republic Icarus is the bottle that made me fall in love with Texas whiskey. Edition 25 brings plum, berries, vanilla icing, and a touch of campfire smoke at 117.2 proof. Here’s why I still want a bottle on my shelf.

Milam & Greene Unabridged Vol. 5 blends seven bourbon components from Kentucky, Tennessee, and Texas at 121.7 proof. Here’s how this complex cask-strength release tastes—and whether it is worth $94.99.

Unreined Wheated Bourbon is a 7-year-old, 104.2-proof blend of two wheated bourbon mashbills. Vanilla icing, pecan, coconut, cola and cherry make for an interesting pour—and one of my favorites from the Unreined lineup.

Andalusia’s 2026 Palo Duro is a 100-proof Texas single malt made entirely with Texas-grown Vienna malt. This annual distillery-exclusive release showcases just how much Texas agriculture can influence what ends up in the glass.

Hush & Whisper Straight Rye Whiskey delivers toasted bread, fresh herbs, cracked pepper, and mint at an approachable $40 price. This grain-to-glass Texas rye is already good—and a few more years could make it exceptional.

Koopers Father's Office is an ambitious bourbon finished with both Brazilian Amburana and Japanese Mizunara oak. The result is a fragrant, evolving pour full of cinnamon, sandalwood, coconut, and rich spice that rewards slow sipping—and maybe a little experimentation with cigar pairings.

Is Unreined Four Grain Full Proof worth buying? Read our review of this 6-year, 118-proof bourbon aged in Texas, with tasting notes, value, and how it compares to the original 95-proof release.

Is Sixth Street Rye Single Barrel Barrel Proof worth the trip to Giddings? Read my review of this 13-year, 124-proof rye bottled by Dime Box Distillery.

A review of Milam & Greene Liberty, a limited 120.8 proof American whiskey blend celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.

A detailed review of the 2026 Garrison Brothers Ranch Reserve Sherry Cask Bourbons, including the Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez finished expressions, tasting notes, pricing, availability, and whether blending them creates something even better.

A review of 1845 Distilling Co.'s First Lady of Texas Bourbon. An approachable 88-proof Texas bourbon designed to welcome new bourbon drinkers without sacrificing flavor.

Review of Milam & Greene’s Live Oak Edition Wildlife Collection bourbon. Explore tasting notes, release details, proof, aging, and how this limited Texas bourbon supports Hill Country conservation.

Review of the 2026 Koopers Straight Rye Whiskey Finished in Cognac Casks. A 7-year rye whiskey with mint, vanilla, citrus, and Cognac sweetness available exclusively at the Kooper Family Whiskey tasting room in Ledbetter, Texas.

Maverick Distilling teamed up with Irene Tan for Expedition Series No.1, a limited 129.9 proof Certified Texas Bourbon. Here’s my full review with tasting notes, thoughts on the proof, and whether the $150 price tag is worth it.

Review of Andalusia Whiskey Club Spring 2026 American Single Malt. A 6.25-year Texas single malt bottled at 132.4 proof with marzipan, vanilla, oak, marmalade, and light smoke notes.

A detailed review of William Price Distilling Company’s 5th Anniversary Cigar Blend Whiskey. Fresh herbal notes, vanilla sweetness, and pairing ideas for cigar lovers.

Unreined Bourbon Four Grain review. A 6-year, 95 proof bourbon distilled in Kentucky and Texas. Tasting notes, price, and final verdict.

A detailed review of Sixth Street Spirits 10 Year Double Oaked Bourbon finished in Texas oak. Cask strength at 111.22 proof, available only in Giddings, TX.

A review of BENDT Distilling’s Straight Bourbon finished in a Blue Ostrich Winery Tempranillo barrel. An 8-year Texas whiskey collaboration with rich plum, cherry, and oak spice notes.

A detailed review of Garrison Brothers Bottled in Bond Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey from Hye, Texas. Notes of dusty oak, vanilla, spice, and nostalgic root beer barrel candy.