The Spirit of Texas

Oak & Eden Whiskey blurs the lines between tradition and innovation.

09/30/2020

Somm Talk

So You Want to Get into Whiskey? Here's How

Sommelier and beverage expert Justin Vann helps get you into the rare bottle game.

08/27/2020 By Justin Vann

Good Times Await

Houston’s The Suffers Joins Crash the Couch Virtual Music Fest This Weekend

Nathaniel Rateliff, Cold War Kids, and Alabama Shakes’ Brittany Howard are all headlining the two-day music sesh.

08/13/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Hit Single

One Former Houstonia Editor Shares His Love of Whiskey

The Irish whiskey renaissance continues.

03/02/2020 By Robb Walsh

Liquored Up

In Its Second Year, 8th Wonder Distillery Looks to Whiskey, Rum

Is a spirit production renaissance about to take hold in Houston?

01/09/2020 By Carlos Brandon

The Originals

Smoke and So Much More in This Julep Cocktail

Infusions make this one of the best drinks we've had in Houston all year.

12/17/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Sip And Savor

Explore Mastro's Deep Whiskey Collection at This Pairing Series

The gourmet steakhouse is bringing out some acclaimed bottles for this monthly event.

04/01/2019 By Mai Pham

Precious Snowflake

Camping Out in Colorado for a Taste of Rare Whiskey

Fans of Stranahan's whiskey don't mess around.

12/20/2018 By Gabrielle Nicole Pharms

Spirited Talks

Get to Know Avonak, Houston's Newest Distillery

Up north by the toll road is this small but ambitious producer hellbent on making art.

11/05/2018 By Lauro Rojas

We've Got Spirit!

Add This Indian Whiskey to Your Stash

A recent tasting event helped bring to light Amrut's deep portfolio.

10/12/2018 By Lauro Rojas

Amateur Mixologist

Reach for Japanese Whiskey the Next Time You Craft That Sour

You'll enjoy this spin on a traditional hit after creating your own apple-forward mix.

08/29/2018 By Joanna O'Leary

Cheers

Your Best Bets for St. Patrick's Day 2018

Seven options for your green-dyed weekend shenanigans.

03/14/2018 By Holly Beretto

Pour

This Is the Irish Whiskey We're Drinking This St. Patrick's Day

New to Irish whiskey, or need to expand your palate? The Gorgeous Gael offers these three classic charmers.

02/28/2018 By Robb Walsh

Cheers!

Raise a Glass at Reserve 101's 10th Anniversary Party

Here's the scoop on $10 pourings and more.

01/17/2018 By Nath Pizzolatto

On the Rocks

Sipping with Whiskycast’s Mark Gillespie

Look for Houstonia's Virtual Tasting on Gillespie's show in September.

08/25/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Barrel Role

Morgan Weber Is Starting Houston's Newest Spirits Company, Indianola Distilling Co.

Heritage grains mean spirits with history for the Revival Market owner.

08/24/2017 By Alice Levitt

Shiso Thirsty

Asian Ingredients Get the Spotlight on Izakaya's New Cocktail Menu

From Japanese shochu to Taiwanese whiskey, this is the place to try something new.

06/12/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Stays Crunchy

Reserve 101 Goes Way Beyond Whiskey With Its New Cocktail Menu

A cocktail flavored with Crunch-Berries-infused milk is just part of the eclectic bill of fare.

05/31/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Well Socialized

The Houston Whiskey Social Is Coming to the HSR Event Center Next Month

Get ready to bond over a Bourbon or Scotch that goes back to World War II.

04/24/2017 By Emily Juhasz

Whiskey Wisdom

Reserve 101 Offers a Chivas Education

Taste four of the higher-end selections from the label for just $20.

04/19/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto