Low calorie, but not low flavor! These five Texas brands are crafting quality hard seltzers that are easy on the stomach, highly sessionable, and perfectly refreshing. In essence, they were made for Texas summers.

From the brilliant minds behind the bar at Group Therapy, the sultry lounge at Hotel ZaZa Austin, comes – The Winter Spritz. The bright cocktail is a same but different riff on the beloved cocktail, adding cinnamon and spiced orange ginger ale to the mix to create the new “cocktail of winter” to get us through the holidays and the looming winter months ahead.

With vineyards encompassing hundreds of acres of the rolling Texas Hill Country, winemaking in the Lone Star State is quickly becoming a widely practiced profession. In a highly concentrated industry, how does a winemaker stand out from the rest? One Texas woman is crafting French wine and creating magic by combining classic Southern charm with […]

As autumn descends in Texas, the new season highlights a pivotal shift from fruity seltzers and cocktails to all things pumpkin spice-infused. From coffee to pastries, introducing spices to your favorite cocktails is a simple and easy way to tailor drinks to the fall season. Pear and seasonal spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom are […]

Summer Moon Wood-Fired Coffee started out as an experiment. Like anything worth working for, it has changed and adapted over the years, but a few things remain constant and never too far out of sight: Family first. Then coffee.

Whiskey Hollow Distillery smells like magic, sounds like Texas, and exists on the value of paying it forward. Housed in an old bank building, once rumored to have been robbed by Bonnie and Clyde, the small, one-still craft distillery sits right off the freeway in the quaint Valley View town square. Owner Les Beasley makes everything from bourbon, rum, and even […]

If you are tired of drinking the same cocktail or mocktail, it is time to spice it up. Depending on your liquor of choice, here are a number of recipes, recommendations, and tips to try. Enjoy! Essential Barware for Hosts  A good beverage, crafted with alcohol or not, often appeals to your five senses: its […]

Lemonade has long been the quintessential beverage of summer. From the pre-mixed sugary concoctions at childhood lemonade stands to the fresh-squeezed varieties at your favorite café, lemonade is an irresistibly refreshing drink on hot summer days in Texas. But sometimes, that perfect balance of sweet and sour could use a little something extra to elevate your frosty glass to a beverage […]

Across the nation, the hard cider scene is coming into its own, and that includes in Texas. Whereas ten years ago, there was barely a local producer in sight, cideries are popping up in every major city across the state. So, if you have not yet sampled a sip from a can or tap, it […]

Regardless if the weather outside is frightful or not, there is nothing more delightful than a gathering of your friends and family during the holidays. Instead of going out to an over-crowded and over-priced bar or restaurant, why not impress your loved ones this year with a Christmas cocktail happy hour at home? Hosting a […]

Santa Claus is not the only visitor coming to town this holiday season. Global pop-up phenomenon Miracle® has made its way to the Lone Star State and is taking over bar scenes everywhere.

Use this guide to find a great gift for your favorite coffee lover! From traditional home brew gift ideas to on-the-go essentials, enjoy some inspiration just in time for the holidays!

With football season in full effect, dedicated fans across the nation celebrate their favorite team in lively pre-game festivities. Tailgating, a pastime enjoyed through early arrival, an elaborate setup, and massive feast shared with friends and family, is the social event of every football-filled weekend.  In the Lone Star State, the grill and games of […]

The craft brew scene in Texas continues to explode, and this fall is no exception, with more than pumpkins and pumpkin ales in store for you. Explore these seasonal autumn beers brewed all across the Lone Star State.

New and established whiskey distilleries in Texas are blazing the Texas whiskey trail, ensuring enthusiasts’ glasses are always half full of the best artisan spirits.