Unless you’ve got a trained palate and years of whiskey drinking experience under your belt, you might be a little bit confused by the tasting notes for Garrison Brothers Small Batch Bourbon. 2019 Bourbon Brawl Finalist Hugo Osorio describes the experience of drinking Garrison Brothers as somewhat ever-evolving.
This recipe roundup has a bourbon theme, making it perfect for the whiskey lover in your life.
Every great bartender is trained in the art of flair and knows the kinds of tricks that can impress a crowd. 2019 Finalist Riamond Lomeli consistently impressed with her drink presentation throughout the competition, so we decided to chat with her about just that.
Making award-winning cocktails doesn’t have to be hard. These simple yet elegant cocktails made with Garrison Brothers Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey are easy to make at home and sure to impress any guest.
Throughout the 2019 Garrison Brothers Bourbon Brawl season, we had the opportunity to sit down with all of the bartenders competing for the title—including 2019 champion, Terance Robson.
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In episode 23 of Good Newscast, sponsored by Frost Bank, Owen, Andrew and Arely close out the season with a look at their favorite stories from past shows.
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In episode 21 of Good Newcast, sponsored by Frost Bank, Owen applauds the first all-woman space walk, Andrew has a story of empathy for an orangutan that broadens to a discussion about humanity, and Arely shows how a compassionate coach's fearless act saved two lives at a high school in Oregon.
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Deborah D.E.E.P Mouton is the Poet Laureate Emeritus of Houston, but her status as a community leader had humble beginnings.
If there’s anything Garrison Brothers’ founder Dan Garrison likes as much as bourbon, it’s Texas’s wide open spaces and natural treasures, like Balmorhea State Park and its beautiful springfed pool, an oasis in the dry West Texas landscape.
Bourbon bottling at Garrison Brothers' Hill Country distillery is a sought after task that more than 16,000 people have put their names in a lottery to volunteer.
Dan Garrison heads up Garrison Brothers, the first distillery in Texas to offer legally made bourbon that’s also one of the few Texas-certified spirits.
The Texas Optimism Project organized a campus speaker series at Texas universities to spark practical conversations about optimism. In 2018, we hosted events at four universities and discussion topics ranged from global health and entrepreneurship to mindfulness and creativity. This year, optimism was spread to students…
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As the 2020 Bourbon Takeover of Texas season draws nearer, we’re catching up with 2019 winner Terance Robson to get his top 5 tips and tricks for future competitors.
In honor of the new decade, we’ve put together three phenomenal cocktail recipes combining bourbon and bubbles that’ll send you into the new year with a skip in your step.
Get the Island vibe and spend the winter with the turtles, birds, dolphins and Island folks on South Padre Island. So beautiful. So Padre.
Tucked away in the heart of the Rocky Mountains–well off the beaten path–is a charming mountain town that sparkles in wintertime. Celebrate the snow and the season in Crested Butte.
Earn yourself a permanent place on the “Nice” list by making one (or all) of these bourbon-infused classics for Christmas this year.
Meet Cody Northcutt, the 2019 Bourbon Brawl Finalist from Houston.
Hair of the Dog recipes to cure any New Years hangover with Garrison Brothers Small Batch Bourbon.
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Preparing a turkey dinner to remember is easy when you have the essentials, all found at H-E-B.
Jacob Peters, a 2019 finalist and bartender at Whiskey & Rye in Fort Worth, took inspiration from one of his favorite drinks, the Bramble, while using his non-Texas roots to his advantage in the competition.
Love ‘em or hate ‘em, here are our top three eggnog recipes using on the best Texas bourbon whiskey.
During the 2019 Bourbon Takeover of Texas, Hugo Osorio was “really inspired by contrast” and stunned judges with the innovative ingredients and techniques that he used to craft the earthy, spicy, floral concoction that he named “Invitation to Friendship.”
Grab a blanket, crank up that A/C, and start sipping these two cinnamon and Garrison Brothers Bourbon cocktails this holiday season.
In honor of National Bartender Day, we’ve compiled five of our all-time favorite bourbon cocktail recipes from five of the best bartenders in the state from Garrison Brothers Bourbon Brawl 2019.
From the classics to holiday drinks, check out these featured recipes for the holiday season from the chefs at H-E-B.
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In homes across Texas, the Christmas season is incomplete without homemade tamales. Tamalada parties—a generations-old tradition that brings together family and friends to create delicious tamales that everyone will enjoy at holiday meals.
Serve homemade monkey bread in less than 30 minutes with this Air Fryer recipe. With sugar and spice, this is always nice.
Cozy up next to the fireplace this holiday season with this easy apple cider recipe. Don't forget to add a cinnamon stick to bring it to life.
This light festive recipe is great after a full holiday meal. The caramel sauce is perfect with whipped cream or ice cream.
Christmas isn't complete without a holiday ham. Check out this recipe for a quick and easy take on the holiday classic.
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Embrace your own brand of wellness by planning a new adventure or self-care retreat in the new year.
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Joseph Moreno, Head Chef at Garrison Brothers Distillery, found his love for cooking from his grandmother. He often looks to her recipes for inspiration and a way to add depth into his own recipes.
During the “hometown” round of the 2019 Bourbon Takeover of Texas, bartenders all across the state competed to create a cocktail inspired by the flavors of home. The following four concoctions creatively incorporated pecans.
