Libations
December 31, 2019
The 10 Most Important Texas Beers of 2019
These new brews had a big impact and reflected craft-beer trends across the state.
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December 27, 2019
Ring in the New Year With Sparkling Wines (and a Cocktail) From Regions That Have Ruled Texas
Inspired by the flags that have flown over Texas, we've picked some celebratory bubbles from around the world (and from here).
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December 23, 2019
The Best Wine Shops in Texas
The right retailers can help you find the perfect bargain or blowout bottle. Here are our favorites across the state, along with their recommendations for the season.
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December 13, 2019
Naughty and Nice Texas Cocktails
Four star bartenders from around the state offer up recipes for delicious tipples and creative mocktails.
Food
November 27, 2019
Holiday Recipes and More
Celebrate this holiday season with the one thing that brings all communities together—food. From the history of tamales at Christmas, to the perfect wine to pair with each dish, to a bevy of Instant Pot recipes and a Christmas tree made of best wurst, this holiday collection from Texas Monthly
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November 22, 2019
10 Texas Wines to Go With Your Turkey
The state's vintners offer some solid and delightful choices to pair with your Thanksgiving feast.
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November 20, 2019
At Galveston’s Daiquiri Time Out, Rum Goes Retro
The coastal hot spot features a menu of midcentury island-time sippers, perfect for any time of the year.
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November 20, 2019
Dine Out and Do Good at These Three Texas Spots
When eating here, you can do far more with your money than enjoy great food and drinks.
Texas History
October 30, 2019
A Final Toast to the Quirkiest Little Dive Bar in the Piney Woods
Ray Gene, proprietor of Longview’s singular It’ll Do Tavern, passed away last weekend.
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October 25, 2019
Take the Texas Two-Sip Challenge This Texas Wine Month
Decide for yourself how well some of our Lone Star State favorites stack up against international competition.
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October 16, 2019
A Whiskey Expert’s Five Texas Picks
Radio host Kristopher Hart’s dream flight shows the range of what’s possible from Texas whiskey distilleries.
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October 16, 2019
The Great Texas Whiskey Boom
A decade ago, there was no Texas whiskey. Today, the state’s craft distillers are making world-class bourbons and single malts—and slick imitators are trying to stake a claim.
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September 30, 2019
Libations: Revolution Spirits Cafecito Makes for a Sweet Sipper
The Hill Country craft distillery turned to Austin’s Cuvée for its coffee liqueur.
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September 25, 2019
Does Buc-ee’s Really Have The Best Gas Station Coffee In America?
The beloved Texas pit stop’s brew placed first in the nation for the third year in a row.
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August 19, 2019
Cocktail Recipes from Jet-Setter in San Antonio
Go globe-trotting at this travel-themed lounge.
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August 7, 2019
Bunny Becker, 1940–2019: Saying Goodbye to a Grand Dame of Texas Wine
From the Hill Country to the High Plains, the Texas wine industry remembers the woman known for her generous spirit and sharp palate.
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July 22, 2019
Libations: Try San Antonio’s Seersucker Lemonade Gin in These Summery Recipes
The lemonade-infused version, which debuted last year, makes for refreshing cocktails. Here are three to try at home.
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June 13, 2019
Red, White, and Rosé: The Top Texas Wines to Enjoy This Summer
Any of these 37 vintages from throughout the state make for a perfect accompaniment—and bit of relief—to the season’s heat.
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May 6, 2019
A New Weekend Festival Will Be All About Natural Wine
Jester King Brewery will host dozens of producers from around the world who specialize in a minimal-intervention approach to winemaking.
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May 3, 2019
Deep Eddy’s Dripping Springs Tasting Room Is Tripling in Size
The fast-growing brand of flavor-infused vodkas opens a newly expanded space this weekend.
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April 24, 2019
Tropical Cocktails From Ruins, a New Deep Ellum Hot Spot
The Dallas bar and eatery offers a delightful drink selection based on agave- and cane-based spirits.
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March 22, 2019
Recipes From Sidecar at Prince Solms Inn, in New Braunfels
This new, genteel club in the inn's basement specializes in top-notch cocktails, served with a side of jazz.
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February 28, 2019
With Its New 24|7 Beer, Lone Star Goes on a Diet
It's the National Beer of Texas, but light on the calories and the alcohol.
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January 4, 2019
Three Winter Cocktails to Try From Whisler’s in Austin
The Old Fashioned is always in style at this cozy bar, one of the leaders in East Austin's craft cocktail scene.
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November 20, 2018
Eight Texas Wines to Serve at Thanksgiving
Which wine complements both gravy and Brussels sprouts? What can you serve alongside pumpkin pie? We've got you covered.
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November 19, 2018
Where to Find the State’s Top Wine Lists
From the most extensive lists to the best by-the-glass offerings, these 35 Texas restaurants are a wine lover's dream.
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October 19, 2018
Recipe: The “Detox to Retox” Cocktail
Mudhen Meat and Greens in Dallas offers up this dark drink, made with gin, activated charcoal powder, and aquafaba (a.k.a. drained chickpea juice).
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October 19, 2018
3 Texas Craft Cocktail Bars That Are Stirring Things Up
The movers and shakers behind the state’s craft cocktail scene keep it interesting with these hot spots, all opened in 2018.
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October 17, 2018
Feast Around the World: Drink Pairings
Our five chefs recommend cocktails, wine, and beer that go well with their menus—as well as with football, fall, and cooler weather.
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September 24, 2018
Salut! The Top 50 Texas Wines for Fall
Out of the 180 new vintages we tasted from across the state, these are the bottles we highly recommend this season.
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September 21, 2018
Oktoberbest! Five Texas Beers to Enjoy this Fall
Yes, there will be pumpkin.
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September 18, 2018
Welcome to Sommelier Summer Camp
Why are the world’s biggest wine names spending August in a Dallas suburb? Take a trip inside TEXSOM.
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September 10, 2018
Raise a Mai Tai and Welcome Tiki Bars Back to Texas
Summer may be wrapping up, but your next tropical night out is just around the corner.
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August 24, 2018
Six Texas Bourbons to Drink Right Now
Enjoy them straight, on the rocks, or in an inventive cocktail, such as the Tejas Ponche from Treaty Oak in Dripping Springs.
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August 3, 2018
Worship at the Altar of Craft Beer at Saint Arnold Brewing Company in Houston
Parishioners of all ages can come for divine service, cold drinks, and an ambitious menu.
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July 3, 2018
H-E-B and Favor Will Bring the Party to Y’all
The recently acquired delivery startup will bring its parent company’s beer and wine to customers in under an hour.
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June 15, 2018
Rum Service: Summer Cocktail Recipes from Austin’s Pool Burger
These tropical drinks are a breeze to make.
Food
June 12, 2018
It’s the Summer of the Slow Cooker (Including Cocktails!)
Vianney Rodriguez's 'The Tex-Mex Slow Cooker' offers easy recipes for comfort food—plus slow-cooker cocktails.
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May 21, 2018
Here’s to the Texas Brewpub
Twenty places across the state where the food is just as good as the craft beer.
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May 17, 2018
Yes Way, Texas Rosé! Our Top Picks for Summer
Here are fourteen of our favorite wines, ranging from blush to bold and shades of pink in between.
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May 4, 2018
Texas Beer Is the Best Beer
Our state took home eleven medals from the World Beer Cup in Nashville. Which are you drinking this weekend?
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April 30, 2018
What We Learned at the International Wine Awards in Dallas
Texas vintners held their own at the competition, which included more than 3,200 entrants.
The Texanist
April 29, 2018
The Texanist: Are You Getting Tired of the Craft Beer Craze?
An Abilene man wants to know what our brew-lovin' columnist thinks of the mania for newfangled Texas ales.
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April 18, 2018
Inventive Cocktails for Cinco de Mayo
San Antonio bartenders serve up tequila and mezcal concoctions perfect for celebrating at home.
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March 29, 2018
A Punch for Easter and Beyond
In “Parties Around a Punch Bowl,” Kimberly Schlegel Whitman offers a year’s worth of seasonal cocktail recipes.
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March 21, 2018
The Top 30 Texas Wines for Spring
Go ahead and give these a swirl. Our favorites for the season, from crisp whites to juicy reds.
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March 21, 2018
Alba Huerta Celebrates the South in New Cocktail Book
The owner of Houston’s Julep dives deep into the region’s beverage history and shares recipes perfect for porch sippin’.
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February 21, 2018
A New Cocktail from Midnight Cowboy
The Austin speakeasy's updated menu, themed around the art of conversation, features the striking Paradox.
The National Podcast of Texas
February 16, 2018
The ‘National Podcast of Texas,’ Episode 7
The National Podcast of Texas hit the road for Texas Monthly’s second annual Whiskey Affair, held this week at Houston’s Silver Street Studios.
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February 5, 2018
The Texas Winemaker Who Helped Put Willamette Valley on the Map
Rollin Soles spent his college days hanging out with Robert Earl Keen and Lyle Lovett. Here's how he became one of Oregon's most prominent winemakers.