Garrison Brothers Lady Bird Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey Infused With Honey Finished in Cognac Cask

Saddle up for a Texas-sized treat with Garrison Brothers Lady Bird Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey Infused With Honey Finished in Cognac Cask. Crafted in Hye, Texas, by the state’s first legal whiskey distillery since Prohibition, this 114-proof stunner, released in 2023, is a decadent nod to Lady Bird Johnson’s environmental legacy. Starting as Garrison’s Small Batch Bourbon, it ages 4 years in new white American oak, then mingles with Burleson’s Texas Wildflower Honey for 8-9 months before a 3-year finish in French XO Cognac casks. The result? A lush, cask-strength pour with a Prairie Purple wax seal, limited to 5,904 bottles. Sip it neat to revel in its richness or mix it for a cocktail with swagger. Ever tasted a bourbon this bold yet refined? Priced at $189, with $5 per bottle supporting the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, it’s a collector’s gem that’s as big as Texas itself.

Nose: Freshly cut grass and sweet honey burst forth, laced with black cocoa waffle cone and honey wafers. It’s a warm, inviting tease.

Palate: Warm buckwheat pancakes and dark chocolate-covered cherries unfold, with malted milk balls and cognac cherries adding depth and complexity. Dried figs and plums weave in luxuriously.

Finish: Long and succulent, with spiced honey, brown sugar, and charred oak lingering in a rich, satisfying glow.

Craving a match? Pair this bourbon with smoked brisket—the honeyed richness loves the char. Want a bite? Try aged cheddar; it sharpens the chocolate notes. For dessert, a pecan pie echoes the palate’s warmth. Feeling adventurous? Grilled pork with a fig glaze ties the fruit and spice into a Texas feast.