Located just outside the Austin city limits, the Texas Hill Country is home to some of the best distilleries around Austin. With its stunning Texas Hill Country scenery, the charming area of Dripping Springs offers a unique and unforgettable experience for those looking to explore the best of what the Lone Star State has to offer beyond the city skyline.
Texas Hill Country Distilleries
While Austin is known for its vibrant nightlife and music scene, Dripping Springs offers a slower pace of life and a chance to immerse oneself in the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country. With rolling hills, lush vegetation, and clear blue skies, Dripping Springs offers the perfect getaway for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city.
Top Distilleries in Dripping Springs
Known for its abundance of wineries and distilleries, the Texas Hill Country is the perfect destination for slowing the pace of life while indulging in tantalizing drinks and scenic views. Be sure to include these Texas Hill Country distilleries in your Austin itinerary!
Deep Eddy Vodka
Deep Eddy Vodka is known for its high-quality, small-batch vodka, made from locally sourced corn and pure Texas spring water. Visitors can take a tour of the distillery and sample the award-winning vodka in the tasting room. Be sure to try the Deep Eddy Lemon Vodka, a refreshing vodka infused with real lemon juice, making it the perfect base for a summer cocktail.
Treaty Oak Distilling
Treaty Oak Distilling is a must-visit for whiskey lovers. The distillery produces a variety of whiskeys and gin, including its flagship Treaty Oak Bourbon and Red Handed Bourbon. Visitors can also sample gin, rum, and vodka at the distillery. Be sure to try their Treaty Oak Ghost Hill Bourbon, an award-winning bourbon made with Texas-grown wheat and aged in American oak barrels, giving it a smooth, mellow flavor.
Revolution Spirits
Revolution Spirits is a boutique distillery that produces handcrafted gin and whiskey. This small craft distillery in southwest Austin offers specialty gin and coffee liqueur. Visitors can take a tour of the distillery and sample the award-winning spirits in the tasting room. Their Cafecito Coffee Liqueur is made with locally roasted coffee beans and has a rich, complex flavor that pairs perfectly with dessert.
Texas Hill Country Scenery
In addition to its top-notch distilleries, the Dripping Springs area is also known for its stunning Texas Hill Country scenery. Visitors can explore the area’s numerous hiking and biking trails, view wildflowers and changing leaves in season, take a scenic drive through the countryside, or simply relax and enjoy the view from a local winery or brewery. The area is also known for its Texas Hill Country wineries, where wine afficionados can follow the Texas Wine Trail for miles and experience a wide sampling of the area’s top-notch wineries and vineyards.
Experience the Texas Hill Country
Linger a little while longer to soak up the beauty of the Texas Hill Country from one of our Dripping Springs vacation rentals. Contact us today to book your stay!
