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San Antonio Ranger Creek Brewstillery Tour

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• 4834 Whirlwind Dr, San Antonio, TX 78217, USA We are located in an industrial park. You can park anywhere and find us by the wind mill.
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• You'll start at 4834 Whirlwind Dr 4834 Whirlwind Dr, San Antonio, TX 78217, USA We are located in an industrial park. You can park anywhere and find us by the wind mill. See address & details
• 1 Ranger Creek Brewing & Distilling Stop: 2 hours Texas Original Brewstillery, handcrafting beer and whiskey with lots of love, attention, and Texas attitude. Read more
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• My3sonsonPitts 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Quality and friendly We had a great time at this brewstillery. Knowledge and excitement. North the beer and the bourbon whiskey-delicious. Read more Written November 7, 2023
• poohrn4life 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Good time!! My husband and I did the flights samples. My husband did the beer and I had the whiskey. Both were amazing products, tasted wonderfully! Very laid-back atmosphere. A nice place to just kickback and relax! Read more Written July 5, 2021
• diannel578 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Beer and Whiskey Samplers Tasting room visit - didn't do the Saturday-only tour. We had a flight of their beers on tap and a tasting of their Whiskey (Rimshot) plus the tenderloin and cheese sampler - which was well worth the $15 bucks it cost. The flight was good - especially the 11.0% Bourbon Barrel Russian Imperial Stout. If you like your beer black and flavorful, this one's for you. The place is in an industrial park, but Google Maps will take you right to it - and it is worth a visit. Read more Written June 10, 2021
• OnAir21535256155 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Best distillery in the state, hands down! Ranger Creek is a “Must See/Do”. San Antonio is known for a lot of things but Ranger Creek is putting it on the map with their out of sight whiskeys. Smooth, drinkable, and full of flavor, I wanted to try them all! On fridays and saturdays you’ll have to check out their cocktails. If liquor isn’t for you, try their awesome beer or food trucks! The tasting room has great atmosphere. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and will be coming back in the future! Read more Written May 6, 2021
• Lori T 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles Fall Whiskey Bottle Pickup Party The Fall Whiskey Bottle Pickup Party was pretty shabby compared to the previous ones. Almost no appetizers and your patronage didn't seem to be appreciated as well. I hope the old format returns and appreciation is shown towards the customers. Read more Written September 8, 2019
• Emery Lee D 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles NOT CLOSED! Do come It is Sunday and TA shows it closed but that means for Distillery Tours. The fun part is OPEN! Fun gotta do spot. I love that it is in an industrial park so there are no tourist complications (parking, crowds, etc.) Quiet great spot on a hot day to try several or all of their beer and or distilled offerings. All worthy. Cheers! Read more Written August 18, 2019
• lisamayfield33 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great Experience! My husband and I attended the guided tour while on a weekend getaway. It was fantastic!!! Col Mac was a personable and funny guide with a wealth of knowledge. The drinks were great and the atmosphere was relaxed and fun. We were surprised to find bbq was being served out back and man was it good. This family run establishment has really got a good thing going! Honestly the only thing they need to do is expand because it’s a popular little place. This was one of our favorite experiences while in San Antonio!!! Read more Written July 29, 2019
• Bruner01 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Okay but too crowded This tour was okay, but was way too crowded for our liking. Several very rude visitors were only there for the beer included with the tour and would not shut up so the rest of us could hear what the tour guide was saying. My only suggestion for the tour organizers would be to limit the attendees or regulate the noise from the people attending. Read more Written July 6, 2019
• tomc701 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Informative 2 hour tour! We had a very informative tour at Ranger Creek which lasted about two hours. They served a beer going in to the tour and again mid tour. Both were very good. Then we sampled some whiskey’s which were very good as well. It was a neat tour that they combined brewing and distilling in the same location. I haven’t experienced that before. Read more Written June 29, 2019
• TanjaRiittaM 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Very informative and fun tour! The tour was very informative and fun at the same time. We really enjoyed our visit and ended up staying the whole afternoon at the brewery. For 10$ you got lots of information, good beer/whiskey and a nice cup to take home as a souverir. I would say it was money well spent and the tour was one of the best, if not the best, I have ever taken! Read more Written May 2, 2019
• Tmae54 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fun Tour, Well Worth the Price I'm not a beer or whiskey connoisseur, so I'm really not the best person to comment on the beverages offered at Ranger Creek other than to say everything I tasted was fine by me. The tour itself, though, was one of the best my husband and I have had. Col. Mac was our tour guide, and even though we've done other brewery tours we heard a lot of interesting information that was new to us. We thought it was a great way to spend a couple hours on a Saturday afternoon. Specifics: Ranger Creek is located in an industrial area, which means there are no restaurants or other attractions nearby. It took us less than 30 minutes to get there from the Alamo. Plenty of free parking. Our $10 admission charge per person got us each either three full draws of beer or two draws and four tastes of whiskey, and we got to keep the Mason jar from our tasting. Three beers and a glass for ten bucks? Definitely got our money's worth right there, plus the fun and informative tour on top of that. When we were there they did not have food for sale other than potato chips and such. Eat before you go. San Antonio is a very military-friendly place, and Ranger Creek displays that attitude through their Buy a Vet a Beer board. You'll learn more about it when you get there. I don't recall any steps or other impediments to anyone with mobility concerns, but you might call ahead just to be sure. I would happily take this tour again if I'm ever back in San Antonio. Read more Written March 27, 2019
• melberg22 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great tour Tour took about 2 hours. So full of information and we really enjoyed it. They are passionate about their business and we enjoyed our visit here. A business that truly cares about their consumers enjoying their product. Read more Written March 2, 2019
• Judy B 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Very enjoyable. Friendly staff, funny, knowledgeable. Well worth the time and a super great value. Would highly recommend. Just wish we were from the area so we could return. Read more Written February 18, 2019
• M1164MDmikek 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Best Value Tour Anywhere! I have been on many different brewery and distillery tours and this was one of my favorite! The tour guides were very easy to talk to, understand and took their time to answer any questions. You also cannot beat the price for what you receive in samples and choices to try. Very informal tour but also very informative and well done all around! Read more Written February 12, 2019
• jake a 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Good Place, lack of space. Great beer and whiskey with nice tour guides, however the amount of people allowed to tour is 80 split into 2 groups. They have one bathroom. This can make things a little uncomfortable. Always a line. If they could add 2 or 3 bathrooms I would have given this place a 5. Read more Written February 10, 2019

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5 Distilleries to Visit in the Texas Hill Country for a High-Spirited Tour

Think distilleries don’t exist in the Texas Hill Country where wine reigns? Think again. Hard spirit makers operate throughout the state and proliferate in the Hill Country. If you love sampling the finer vodkas, whiskeys, and more, you need to make these distilleries a part of your next Hill Country ramble.

1. Rebecca Creek Distillery

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Based in San Antonio, Rebecca Creek Distillery makes three labels sold around the Lone Star State, Rebecca Creek Whiskey, Texas Ranger Whiskey, and Enchanted Rock Vodka. Like many other Texas Hill Country distilleries, this one offers tours. Stop by Thursdays through Sundays for tours and several events on those days. Check out steak night, happy hour, and other fun things on tour evenings and afternoons at the Rebecca Creek Distillery while sampling their spirits and getting a look behind the scenes.

2. Hill Country Distillers

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Hill Country Distillers claims to be first in Texas to offer a spirits club, where members get bottles of spirits and discounts throughout the year. Should you consider joining, make sure you live near Comfort so you can pick up your drinks in person as distilleries are not allowed to ship materials around the state. Hill Country Distillers makes unusual drinks such as jalapeño and prickly pear specialty distilled spirits in addition to liquors and brandies concocted from Texas wines. If you have a dog, then bring it along because the dining area offers accommodations for your four-legged friend.

3. Garrison Brothers Distillery

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Located in Hye, Garrison Brothers Distillery operates the oldest legal whiskey distillery in the state. It manufactures Texas bourbon. If you’d like to visit and try a sample, take a sit and sip tour of the grounds Wednesdays through Sundays. Tours cost $10 to $20, but since this is Texas, if you arrive for the tour on a horse, you get in for free.

4. San Luis Spirits

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San Luis Spirits produces Dripping Springs vodka and gin in small batches in Dripping Springs, Texas. The tasting room is open Monday through Saturday, but if you want a tour of the facility, you’ll need to go Thursday through Saturday. Cocktail hour and other events occur regularly at the distillery, so you will likely find an activity to strike your fancy when you visit.

5. Cypress Creek Reserve

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Unlike most other Texas Hill Country distilleries, Cypress Creek Reserve in Wimberly offers tours on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in addition to Thursday through Saturday. If you want to spread out your tours throughout the week, visiting Cypress Creek Reserve when other distilleries are closed will help your itinerary. On the tour, you can see how this distillery produces its rum and vanilla extract. It’s one of the few distilleries that produce rum in Texas and is close enough to Austin and San Antonio for a quick day trip to tour the facility or to stock up on liquor.

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Learn about our distillation process and the 1,000-gallon, custom-built, german-manufactured christian carl copper pot still we use to make our spirits. we provide tours that show all of this due to the amount of space inside our distillery, but we’d love to tell you all about it in a seminar and sampling experience., our head distiller fondly refers to it as “the bentley of stills.” each experience comes with sampling in our tasting room and plenty of time to buy a few souvenirs from the gift shop., after the seminar and tasting experience, you can order and try refreshing cocktails made with our rebecca creek whiskeys, texas ranger whiskeys or enchanted rock vodkas., if you really enjoyed them, you can buy a bottle too  sorry, bottles cannot be consumed on site after purchasing. also due to laws, we limit two bottles, per person, per month., rebecca creek distillery is located at 26605 bulverde road, san antonio, tx 78260., book a tour seminar & sampling with us today.

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Our Rebecca Creek Distillery Tour Experience and Tasting are offered on these following days and times:

• Thursdays: at 6, 7, & 8 PM
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These experiences are made up of several smaller groups of guests and the total size of the entire experience group usually ranges from 15-24 people. The experience groups go out at the top of the scheduled hour. The experience and the tasting room package usually last about an hour.

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Alamo Distilling was founded in 2015 by Daniel Taylor and Noel Burns, two corporate refugees with the passion of creating a distillery dedicated to innovation, and honoring the values and traditions that make them Texan to the core.

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24 Of The Best Things To See And Do In San Antonio, Texas

Posted: December 29, 2023 | Last updated: December 29, 2023

Welcome to Fiesta City

Beautiful San Antonio is a city with over 300 years of tradition and culture that embraces both its Texan and Mexican heritage with equal vigor. Its famous River Walk remains the beating heart of the city, but it is also a designated Creative City of Gastronomy and home to the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas.

Click through the gallery for the must-visit places and authentic experiences that will show you the true character of this amazing Texan city...

1. Have breakfast at Mi Tierra cafe

Mi Tierra opened as a tiny three-table cafe for early-rising farmers and workers at the local mercado (market) in 1941 and has gone on to become a San Antonio Tex-Mex institution. The food is hearty and authentic – you’ll find the city’s best huevos rancheros here. And the decor is suitably over-the-top and dazzling.

If it’s quiet, head waiter Gerry Sepulveda will take you on a tour of the premises, including the extraordinary mural celebrating Hispanic leaders in the community.

2. Walk back through time at Mission San Jose

The missions in San Antonio date back to the 1700s and are the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas. They are a reminder of a time when drought forced the native people of South Texas to give up their traditional life to become Spanish, accepting a new religion and agrarian lifestyle in order to survive. 

Mission San Jose, known as the “Queen of the Missions,” is the largest too, and was restored to its original design in the 1930s. Take a ranger-guided tour for unique insights into this fascinating period of Texan history.

3. Explore the incredible San Antonio Museum of Art

The San Antonio Museum of Art (SAMA) takes you around the world and through 5,000 years of art in a collection of buildings that once housed the Lone Star Brewery. Visitors will particularly want to explore the museum’s extraordinary collection of Latin American art, including a number of pieces related to the city’s own colonial past.

SAMA also houses special exhibitions, most recently American Made , an exhibition spanning over 250 years of American art.

4. Step up to the world’s largest cowboy boots

Towering over a branch of Saks Fifth Avenue, right beside the busy Interstate 410, these stylish 36-foot-high boots have been marking the entrance of the North Star Mall for over 40 years. Made from tubular steel sprayed with polyurethane foam, they were designed and built by Austin-born artist Bob “Daddy O” Wade, who claims they could hold 300,000 gallons of beer.

They remain all the proof you need that everything really is bigger in Texas.

5. Taste the latest culinary delights at La Gloria

Chef Johnny Hernandez is a stalwart in the San Antonio foodie scene and a mentor to many of the city’s most exciting up-and-coming chefs. His dishes showcase the flavors of Mexico and the Southwest and La Gloria, in the hip Pearl district is the purest expression of what he does.

It focuses on ocean-fresh ceviche, tiraditos, and enchiladas with a colorful new raw bar bringing fresh excitement to dining at La Gloria. All enjoyed alfresco, overlooking a lush section of the city’s River Walk.

6. Take part in America’s most colourful Day of the Dead celebrations

San Antonio is famous for its authentic Day of the Dead celebrations, regarded by many as the grandest in the entire United States. As the end of October approaches you’ll notice ofrenda – altars – popping up all over the city – in hotels, stores, restaurants, and other places of business – remembering and celebrating the lives of loved ones who have passed.

The ofrenda are colorfully decorated with photos, candles, sugar skulls, and paper papel picado – and fresh orange marigolds essential in guiding the spirits with their vibrant shade.

7. Cheer on the Day of the Dead River Parade

The official celebration begins with the Day of the Dead San Antonio River Parade. Visitors and locals alike line either side of River Walk in downtown San Antonio to cheer 26 colorfully decorated barges as they parade down the river. Each barge represents a different figure or tradition associated with the Day of the Dead, often with an accompanying Mariachi band to supply the soundtrack.

Quite simply, it is one of the most colorful and joyous water parades you’ll ever see.

8. Dive headfirst into Muertos Fest

The focal point of San Antonio’s Day of the Dead celebrations is Muertos Fest, a huge cultural event held in Hemisfair, the city’s newly redeveloped central outdoor space. The paths are lined by authentic altars, created by local citizens, and there is live music, delicious street food, and stalls selling all kinds of colorful produce as well.

The event culminates in a spectacular procession, but most of the enjoyment comes from watching San Antonians parade through the park in their finest Day of the Dead costumes. The amount of work that goes into them is astounding.

9. Savour local flavours at Tasting Texas

On the same weekend as Muertos Fest, Tasting Texas is a four-day festival celebrating the unique culinary delights of this part of Texas. Visitors get to sample delicious menu items from the city’s best restaurants and sip on specialty drinks made right in front of you.

There are seminars presented by chefs and beverage experts so you can sharpen your own skills. And each session has a different theme like ‘Burgers, Bourbon and Beer’ and ‘Bubbles, Booze and Bites.’

Choose which one takes your fancy. Or attend them all.

10. Remember the Alamo

Arguably San Antonio’s most famous landmark, The Alamo is a honey-stoned historic Spanish mission and fortress that holds a special place in the Texan psyche.

The battle here in 1836, although lost, became a rallying point for the fight for Texan independence. The knowledgeable guides here explain the story as well as characters like Davy Crockett, who played their part in creating the legend.

Make sure you check out the Phil Collins Collection. The former Genesis drummer accumulated the biggest collection of Alamo memorabilia in the world and recently gifted it to the State of Texas.

11. Discover history and rye at the Maverick Whisky Distillery

Almost directly opposite the Alamo, in a handsome building that used to house the Lockwood National Bank, you’ll find the Maverick Whiskey Distillery. The distillery takes its name from Sam Maverick, a Texas land baron, cheater of death (he survived combat at the Alamo and being captured by the Mexican Army, among other feats), and one of the signatories of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

He is also the man from which all other mavericks are named. The distillery is run by his great (x3) grandson Kenneth Maverick, and their distillery and tasting tour is a highlight of any visit to San Antonio.

12. Feel the serenity at the San Antonio Botanical Garden

The San Antonio Botanical Garden serves as a 38-acre living museum of plants and offers a tranquil escape from the Texas heat. The focus here is on Texas natives that thrive in arid conditions, as well as endangered plants not found anywhere else.

Whether you take a guided tour or wander freely along its winding paths, each corner reveals another soothing vista. Or a terrifying mythical creature, sculpted from plants, part of the Imaginary Worlds: Once Upon a Time exhibition.

Lunch at Jardin, the park’s elegant restaurant, is highly recommended too.

13. Get your country on at The Lonesome Rose

No trip to Texas is complete without a visit to a Honky Tonk Bar. And it doesn’t get much more Honky Tonk than The Lonesome Rose out in Tobin Hill on San Antonio’s St Mary’s strip. The lights are kept suitably low and the walls are covered in neon beer signs and country and western memorabilia.

And on any given night you’ll find a red-hot band playing mournful tunes, country karaoke, or, if you’re really lucky, hosting a Dolly Parton look-alike competition. Just pull up a stool, order a beer, and take it all in.

14. Pick up a souvenir at Historic Market Square

Historic Market Square is where the culture of San Antonio comes alive. Here you can immerse yourself in the sights and flavors of old Mexico as well as pick up a truly unique souvenir from the hundreds of vendors selling authentic Mexican curios and artifacts, hand-crafted leather goods, and a diverse collection of other cultural apparel.

On the weekends there is live entertainment too, with Mariachi bands turning the whole square into a mini fiesta.

15. Expand your mind at the Witte Museum

Located on the banks of the San Antonio River, the stunning Witte Museum is where nature, science, and culture meet. Here you’ll find massive exhibits on dinosaurs, the people of the Pecos, and wild Texas in a cavernous, recently renovated space that feels like a cathedral to learning.

You’ll find recreations of traditional Texas buildings in the beautifully maintained grounds and, tucked away in the South Texas Heritage Center, a real treat: Davy Crockett’s fiddle, which he may or may not have played as the Alamo lay under siege.

16. Get a custom-fitted Stetson at Paris Hatters

Family owned and operated since 1917, Paris Hatters at 119 Broadway is the place to go if you want to buy a Stetson the proper way. Not only does the company have the largest inventory of the iconic cowboy hat in the country, it has the expertise to create and style a Stetson to fit your head perfectly and bring out your hat’s unique personality.

Satisfied customers include American presidents Bush, Eisenhower, Truman and Johnson, country music royalty Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, and Dwight Yoakam, and more unlikely souls like Pope John Paul II and Luciano Pavarotti.

17. Refuel with coffee and pastries at La Panaderia

Brothers José and David Cáceres opened bakery-cafe La Panadería in 2014 to share their Mexican heritage and love for baking with the people of their adopted hometown of San Antonio. San Antonio locals promptly responded by making it the most popular breakfast spot in the city. You might have to queue on the weekends but the super-fresh Mexican pastries, hearty breakfasts, and great coffee are well worth the wait.

18. Shop and eat in the hip Pearl district

Located just north of downtown San Antonio, Pear l is a hip new mixed-use neighborhood, set in the grounds of a brewery that operated between 1883 and 2000. Now it is a bustling mix of picturesque green spaces, riverside paseos (walks), quirky boutique stores, and some of the best new cafes and restaurants in the city.

Start your visit with coffee and macarons at Bakery Lorraine and then just wander. You’re sure to find something that takes your fancy.

19. Indulge yourself at Hotel Emma

The real pearl of Pearl is the stunning Hotel Emma. Set in the main building of the old Pearl Brewing Company, it combines the extravagance of the iconic 19th century Brew House with the shirtsleeve industrial aesthetic of the brewery’s back rooms.

Stay in one of the boutique rooms, enjoy world-class cuisine at the Supper restaurant or simply pay homage to the building’s heritage by enjoying a beer (or a cocktail) at the Sternewirth bar. Perhaps in one of the old vats, refashioned into hip little hidey-holes for modern day drinkers.

20. Explore the iconic River Walk

Life in San Antonio has always revolved around the San Antonio River. Downtown, the city’s famous River Walk sits below street level, lined with lively bars and restaurants, shaded by venerable bald cypresses, and crossed over quaint stone arched bridges. It is a focal point when the city celebrates – the boat parade during the Day of the Dead, illuminations at various points of the year, boats full of carollers at Christmas.

It is best enjoyed from the river itself, on a Go Rio cruise, where entertaining guides reveal the city’s history with great knowledge and humor.

21. Sample chilli con carne at the source

In the late 1800s San Antonio’s plazas were famous for their ‘Chili Queens,’ local Mexican women doling out huge bowls of steaming chili con carne. The original inhabitants had always eaten a chili stew of sorts. But when the Spanish arrived with cattle, ‘chili’ had a ‘con carne’ (with meat) for the first time.

For real authentic chili con carne, head to the Four Brothers restaurant at the Omni La Mansion del Rio hotel. Made following a traditional recipe, it also comes with a huge serving of cornbread, baked in the shape of Texas.

22. Relive the Wild West at Briscoe Museum

Briscoe Western Art Museum is San Antonio’s newest museum, named in honor of the late Texas Governor Dolph Briscoe Jr. Set in the former San Antonio Public Library building, overlooking River Walk, it features nine galleries, each celebrating the art, history, and culture of the American West. Highlights include Pancho Villa’s saddle, a diorama of the Alamo, an authentic Chuck Wagon, and works by Frederic Remington and Taos Society of Artists.

23. Try a Reuben sandwich at Schilo’s Deli

Shilo’s has been proudly serving up Texan-German fare for over 100 years and is San Antonio’s oldest restaurant. You feel that history as soon as you walk in the door, in the patina of the serving counters and booths, and in the unashamedly old-fashioned menu items like meatloaf, wiener schnitzel, and a sausage platter, served with two sides and a choice of breads.

Its signature Rueben sandwich on a dark rye will keep you going all day. The iced coffees are divine too.

24. Be dazzled at America’s oldest cathedral

Head to San Antonio’s Main Plaza on any night other than Monday and you’ll be treated to The Saga, a breathtaking light show that depicts the discovery, settlement, and development of the city. The unique video art presentation is projected onto the majestic facade of San Fernando Cathedral – the oldest cathedral in the United States – and is the brainchild of French artist Xavier de Richemont.

The Saga debuted in 2014 and has become a must-see when visiting San Antonio. And a truly memorable introduction to the events and people that make it the city it is today.

Now discover 40 more fantastic things to do in the Lone Star state...

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Garrison Brothers Bourbon Bar Located in the Frost Club

Hye, TX (October 18, 2023) –  Garrison Brothers , Texas’ first legal bourbon distillery, is proud to announce a new partnership with the  San Antonio Spurs  and  the Frost Bank Center . The multi-year deal, which includes Garrison Brothers named an  Official Partner of the San Antonio Spurs began on October 1. The Frost Bank Center now features a new namesake bar, Garrison Brothers Bourbon Bar, in the north side of the Frost Club. The new bar is open to all Spurs fans and concert attendees of the legal drinking age and features three Garrison Brothers bourbon expressions and seasonal cocktails on tap. Garrison Brothers began service at the Frost Bank Center officially on October 16. The fully branded bar will be completed in late 2023.

“The legacy of the San Antonio Spurs is unparalleled, and to be a part of their journey at the Frost Bank Center is an honor for Garrison Brothers Distillery. Together, with our Garrison Brothers bourbon, we aim to elevate the fan experience, blending the best of Texas tradition and innovation,” states Rob Cordes, Chief Marketing Officer, Garrison Brothers Distillery.

This partnership was made possible through Garrison Brothers’ collaboration with Oak View Group (OVG), the global venue development, advisory, and investment company for the sports and live entertainment industries. OVG Global Partnerships initiated this deal on behalf of Frost Bank Center and the Spurs.

Recently named as 2023 Distillery of the Year by the American Distilling Institute, Garrison Brothers, founded in 2006, is located in Hye, Texas. The distillery, which is open for tours and special events, sits on a 100-acre working cattle ranch in the beautiful Hill Country. Garrison Brothers bourbon is currently served and sold in 48 states including in hotels, bars and restaurants throughout the San Antonio area.

“Both the Spurs and Garrison Brothers share a long history in Texas, providing unforgettable experiences to our customers and fans for decades,” said Katrina Palanca, Vice President of Global Partnerships at Spurs Sports & Entertainment. “As San Antonio’s premier entertainment destination, we’re proud to align with a partner like Garrison Brothers that provides an excellent product with a rich history. The Garrison Brothers Bourbon Bar will elevate the in-arena experience for Frost Bank Center attendees, and we can’t wait for them to enjoy these new offerings.”

The Frost Bank Center, originally opened in November 2002, is the premier entertainment venue in South Texas. It is operated by Spurs Sports & Entertainment and offers diverse events to the San Antonio community and all of South Texas thanks in part to its various seating capabilities, building configurations, curtaining system and technology upgrades. Configurations from an ice show, to basketball, to rodeo, to boxing, to theater can all be accomplished at the Frost Bank Center. The arena has attracted a multitude of concerts, family shows, special events and entertained in excess of 10 million guests through more than thousands of events. Aerosmith, Justin Bieber, Neil Diamond, Bon Jovi, Cirque du Soleil, The Eagles, Vicente Fernandez, Lady Gaga, Billy Joel & Elton John, Madonna, Metallica, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rihanna, The Rolling Stones, Shakira, Taylor Swift, Trans-Siberian Orchestra and WWE are just a sampling of the acts that have performed at the Frost Bank Center.

For Garrison Brothers media inquiries, please contact Di Moda Public Relations,  [email protected] .

About Garrison Brothers Distillery 

Garrison Brothers Distillery is a small farm and ranch located in the beautiful Texas Hill Country that authentically produces straight bourbon whiskey. Garrison Brothers introduced the first bourbon whiskey legally made in Texas in 2010 and has since developed a rabid fan base. They currently have a waitlist of more than 18,000 just to volunteer on bottling days, and their Cowboy Bourbon normally sells out within hours of its release. Garrison Brothers is the first legal bourbon distillery in Texas history and the first distillery outside of Kentucky to produce authentic, handmade bourbon whiskey—and only bourbon whiskey. Every expression of Garrison Brothers bourbon is made from a sweet mash bill and barrel-aged in the intense Texas climate. The extreme heat creates multiple aging seasons in a year, resulting in a darker, richer, and fuller bourbon, bolder than almost any other bourbon on the market.   

In 2023, Garrison Brothers Distillery, was named  Distillery of the Year  and presented with the prestigious Bubble Cap award by the American Distilling Institute. Garrison Brothers’ Guadalupe was awarded Platinum at the 2022 ASCOT Awards as well as at the Monterey International Wine & Spirits Competition also taking home the 2022 Spirit of the Year. Guadalupe continued to take home Gold awards in 2022 including: San Francisco World Spirits Competition, San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge, Spirits International Prestige Awards (SIP), Denver International Spirits Competition and TAG Global Spirits Awards. At the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2021, Garrison Brothers’ Laguna Madre was awarded a Double Gold Medal along with one Silver Medal for Single Barrel and three Bronze Medals. At the Denver International Spirits Competition, Garrison Brothers won Best of Show in 2021, taking 1st place for their Cowboy Bourbon.   

Garrison Brothers is a proud and active member of the communities of Blanco, Fredericksburg, Hye, Johnson City, and Stonewall. The distillery and its barrel barns are open to the public for tours in Hye, Texas. Anyone interested in learning more about Garrison Brothers Bourbon or in taking a tour of the distillery should visit  garrisonbros.com  or follow @garrisonbros on  Facebook ,  Twitter , and  Instagram . 

About Spurs Sports & Entertainment

Spurs Sports & Entertainment (SS&E) is a value-based and community-centric sports and entertainment company that provides premier live and global digital experiences for fans across a portfolio of three teams and two venues – all supported by a passionate staff of more than 1,000 full and part-time employees. SS&E owns and operates the San Antonio Spurs (NBA), Austin Spurs (NBA G League), and San Antonio FC (USL), as well as manages the day-to-day operations of the Frost Bank Center, Toyota Field and STAR Complex. In November 2021, SS&E broke ground on The Rock at La Cantera, a multiphase $500 million legacy project that will extend across 45 acres and feature a human performance research center, 22-acre park, a community outdoor event plaza and space for medical, hospitality and office use. The campus is home to the new Victory Capital Performance Center, a state-of-the-art training facility for the San Antonio Spurs, which opened in October 2023. The SS&E investor group is led by Managing Partner Peter J. Holt.

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