Local Distilleries near Lockhart, TX (5)

Edelbrand or “noble brandy” is a premium European fruit brandy created by following strict standards. Master distiller Alexandra Cantwell and husband KC are the founders of AFT Distillery, the only edelbrand producer in Texas. The usual fruit brandies produced today use fermented fruit juice. Edelbrands, meanwhile, require using only whole fruit without the additional sugars, flavors, or additives. This Alpine process, an 800-year old tradition, defines the category of edelbrands. The distillery released its first Alpengold apple, Williams pear, and cherry edelbrands in February 2018. This was after the couple spent four years quietly perfecting the craft to produce them. Despite many bumps in the road, the distillery’s quest to produce traditional artisanal brandies recently won it five of 18 medals in the brandy category of the 2019 American Craft Spirit Awards.

Deep Eddy Vodka Distillery "is a great place to stop if in the Dripping Springs area". Their "orange and lemon vodkas blend well as mixed drinks, and the taste is so mild". There is a "great drink menu with some food items on there as well". Their "vodka is smooth unlike some which have a strong initial taste" and "these vodkas are easy and not overpowering". "Their unique distillation method makes" the vodka "so smooth and the care that is taken infusing flavors is unmatched". A "great place to have a few drinks and play Cornhole or board games (if you bring them with you)" and there is even "a slushie machine rolling". This distillery is "pet-friendly" too.

Still Austin Whiskey Co. has a "patio area" that "offers a great place to day drink and is dog-friendly". With an "outdoor seating" that "is spacious" and "if it's not too hot out you have no reason to go anywhere else!" You can "start with a flight" and "you'll get a Gin, Clear Whiskey, and a Bourbon!" You must "taste each one and enjoy the art!" and when you are "finished try some signature cocktails". They offer "a good range of cocktails so everyone from the sweet tooth to the neat drinker will be satisfied!" Although "located in a trendy industrial area", still guaranteed that "this is a great spot for an after-work event get-together".

Violet Crown Spirits is the first absinthe distillery in the state of Texas and their "product is beyond delicious!" "Stop by" and "learn more about this botanical beverage". You will find it "a very classy and freshly-flavored product". Their "Elderflower Liqueur" has a "unique aroma and flavor" and you can feel "the smoothness of the drink". You can find their products at your favorite retailers or cocktail bars which they have posted on their website. They have also posted on their website several ways to create cocktail drinks using their absinthe. Their "crew" is also "absolutely delightful, passionate, and full of knowledge".   Note: Their tasting room will reopen this September so stay tuned for updates!

Genius Distillery is now located in Bastrop, Texas with "a bigger, better, and more beautiful" space. The story of how and why it happened, you can read it on their social media page. You can just look for March 2019 posts on their social media pages. They are "really passionate about their gin". They distilled their gins artfully and made from scratch which may take them longer to do but still guaranteed and it is worth it. Their products include Gin Standard Strength, Gin Navy Strength, Oaked Genius Gin, and Old Highborn Gin. You may also call them regarding tours because they also offer "a very extended informative tour and tasting".