Who’s Allowed to Make Sotol?
A group of Mexican sotoleros, an activist, and some Mexican government officials take issue with Texas-based producers of the rising spirit.
Spirits
Libations
January 11, 2022
Three Texas Brands Pay Homage to the Spirits of the Desert
These iterations of tequila, pechuga, and sotol—all made from desert plants found in Texas and Mexico—are indicative of the trans-border spirit.
Libations
August 11, 2021
Five Canned Ranch Waters Worthy of Texan Coolers
We tried ten brands to determine which ones most resemble the actual cocktail.
Libations
June 23, 2021
9 Texas Gins to Drink Now
These standout bottles make the most of what Texas has to offer, including local ingredients like pecan and lavender.
Libations
January 15, 2021
5 Bottles of Celebrity Booze Worthy of Any Texan’s Bar Cart
Plus, the best pop culture pairings for Travis Scott’s spiked seltzer, Matthew McConaughey’s bourbon, and more.
Libations
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.
Food & Drink
September 17, 2015
The Hangover
Chip Tate built Balcones into one of the country’s most innovative whiskey distilleries. But last year he lost the company in a bitter clash with his investors. Now he’s starting from scratch—again.
Food & Drink
September 17, 2015
Southern Comfort
Alba Huerta, arguably the best bartender in Texas, chats about serving cocktails in Houston.
Food & Drink
September 17, 2015
Moved by the Spirits
Inspired by Texas’s new array of homegrown hard alcohols, some of the state’s most innovative bartenders create five bold new cocktails.
Eat My Words
January 16, 2014
This Texas Whiskey Is Ranked Among the Best
Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible recently named Garrison Brothers’s Cowboy Bourbon as its American Micro Whisky of the Year.
Food & Drink
July 29, 2013
A Smart Way to Drink Gin
Genius Gin, a new Texas spirit, arrives on the scene offering a beautiful blend of botanicals that will appeal to the delicately refined palate.
Eat My Words
April 30, 2013
Texas Wine Shines at Austin Food & Wine Festival
The six medal-winning wines that captured the interest of national wine enthusiasts.
Libations
March 26, 2013
Twelve Texas Wines Received Gold Medals
And 62 more state wines captured awards at the Dallas Morning News and TexSom Wine Competition.
Food & Drink
March 19, 2013
Meet the Winemaker: Kim McPherson, McPherson Cellars
Those running in the Texas wine circle are well acquainted with Kim McPherson. He owns his own label, McPherson Cellars, and he’s been instrumental in moving the industry forward, consulting for many of the wineries across the state.He seems to have been bred for wine-making. His father,
Food & Drink
February 8, 2013
Stepping Into the Shoes of a Sommelier
My quest to become a walking, talking wine encyclopedia.
Libations
January 20, 2013
¡Una Cerveza, Por Favor!
A Mexican beer pairing guide.
Libations
January 20, 2013
That’s the Spirit
Not that you’re looking for an excuse, but these five original cocktails concocted by Texas bartenders using local liquors are a thoroughly acceptable reason to pour yourself a drink. Or three.
Libations
January 20, 2013
Cool Cocktails
A few of the state’s best mixologists share their secrets to making delicious drinks.
Eat My Words
January 18, 2013
2013 San Antonio Cocktail Conference kicks off boozy festivities
People from the spirits/brew world will descend upon Alamo City this weekend to discuss, serve, and celebrate a myriad of boozy beverages at the 2nd Annual San Antonio Cocktail Conference. TEXAS MONTHLY’s own Pat Sharpe will be judging the conference’s Original Cocktail Competition from 3:30 to 6 p.m. at the St.
Eat My Words
May 4, 2012
Cinco De Mayo Cocktails
Tomorrow is the day to put on your finest over-sized derby hats and sombreros and sit in front of the television sipping homemade cocktails for Cinco De Mayo and Derby Day. We’ve put together a list of two cocktail recipes to make at home for the occassion. Check out these
The Culture
January 23, 2012
Lyle Lovett Wishes the Aggies Hadn’t Joined the SEC
The singer-songwriter talks college football, Willie, and Mexican food with Garden and Gun, which also has a lot of love for Texas in its latest issue.
Web Exclusive
September 30, 2010
Bloggers, Babies, and the Benefits of Beer
A roundup of the latest and greatest scientific research from Texas universities.