10/25/25: My wife wanted to surprise me for our anniversary weekend and booked a distillery tour at…read moreNew Artisan Distillery. We arrived shorty before our scheduled time, and the distillery was just opening. Don (co-owner) welcomed me and told us to come on in. The space is very welcoming, and we immediately felt comfortable. We were fortunate enough that Don took care of us. He told us about the beginnings of the distillery, how he and his partner got started, and how they have continued to evolve. Their attention to details are unmatched. Their gin, bourbon, and vodka were all top-notch, and we were very impressed by the personalized tour. Don's passion and knowledge made the experience truly memorable. We learned so much about artisan products, and the efforts that go into making them. I strongly recommend this experience to others. Their spirits taste really good. We could've stayed longer, as comfortable as Don made us feel. We were able to sample most of their products and we had two amazing cocktails each. We purchased the Artisanal Gin, the Barrel Finished Gin, and the Blended Bourbon. My wife surprised me with a bottle of the Blended Bourbon, and Don presented it in a very nice gift bag. He actually dedicated the bottles to us and signed them. We're looking forward to bringing our friends for another visit soon. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and recommend a tour to any spirits enthusiast!

I cannot rave enough about how much of an amazing experience this was.The staff, atmosphere,…read moredrinks, tour, vibes, etc it was all great! Such a unique place to visit if you're in the area! I would highly recommend this distillery to anyone looking for a new place to visit!

Lockwood Distilling is officially on my "run it back" list…read more Ambiance: The vibe is chef's kiss. Inside has a cozy bar + table setup that feels upscale but still relaxed. But let's talk about that outdoor seating--perfectly covered so you can catch a breeze without melting in this Texas heat It's the kind of setup where you can actually enjoy being outside. Parking: Easy win. Free parking right in front and on the side of the building... no stress, no circling, no drama. Food & Drinks: BABY... those deviled eggs?! To. Die. For. Perfect balance--savory, a little sweet, and just enough kick to keep it interesting. I could've ordered another round and not felt bad about it. And the tap Old Fashioned?! Smooth, strong, and honestly underpriced for how good it is. Don't question it--just order it. Service: Fast, attentive, and genuinely friendly. No waiting around, no chasing anyone down... they stayed on it without being overbearing. Final verdict: Great vibes, great food, great drinks, and great service. Whether it's date night, girls' night, or just "I deserve a drink after today," Lockwood delivers.

This is a really cool place. Industrial feeling but comfortable. There was a group of people…read moreplaying some dominos game and having the best time. The waitstaff was beyond friendly, and helpful. I ordered some to-go food for others and she kept me informed about the order. The food was good. I had the chicken salad and it was tasty. I would definitely order it again.

What fun! Chris was a great tour guide / very knowledgable. Learned a lot - didn't even know we…read morehave a distillery close by. The tasting was excellent and took home a self-bottled Malt Whiskey. If you have not been - you gotta go!

I came with a friend for a tour of the distillery. The tour was informative and fun, and ended with…read morea sampling of some of the whiskey. The staff members we interacted with were well-informed and friendly. It was really cook to see how the whiskey is fermented, distilled, aged, and bottled. This is a really cool place and I'll be recommending it to others!

Love, love, love this bar. The atmosphere is awesome and always such a great place to hang out…read more They have my absolute favorite espresso martini -- I seriously compare every other one I try to this place, and nothing ever measures up. One of the best parts is the music level. It's fun and sets the mood, but it's not so loud that you can't actually have a conversation. Being able to bring in your own food is also a huge bonus and makes the experience even better. Definitely one of our favorite spots.

Really nice place to enjoy a cocktail with a nice view and atmosphere. Amazing Serviceread more

A cute little family owned winery we stopped by on our way to see the Ennis bluebonnets. The "wine…read moretasting room" is very cute and there are also little goodies for sale, like candles and gummy wine infused dinos (!!!). There's also a good selection of cheesecakes which sounded interesting but we didn't try them. Staff was very friendly in giving recommendations and describing each wine. Tried a few recommended wines (each person can sample 2 for free) and they were just okay for me. Lots of fruity wines and some seasonal flavors like gingerbread which was interesting. I liked the lime with coconut the most, but didn't love any enough to buy a glass or bottle. We ended up getting the cheese board, which was $18 and came with crackers and a good selection of cheeses, meats, nuts and mustard dip. Adding some grapes would've been amazing!

Stumbled across this place while we were out looking at the bluebonnets and it was a great little…read morefind. First let me say that April is their peak time (because it's blue bonnet season and folks are out and about) so they charge a fee to park. We arrived near closing time yet they were kind enough to welcome us in and allow us to look around. We also decided to grab a glass of wine while we walked around looking. I will honestly say that I am NOT a wine snob, I couldn't tell ya a good glass from a bad glass but I don't like dry and I don't usually like reds. With that said I was given some suggestions and for what it's worth, I'd drink it again. We were offered to purchase some cheesecake but without seeing what I was getting and told $11, I passed on it. I will say that the souvenir "glass" that I paid for was disappointing, come to find out it's a plastic cup, however I was told it "floats in the pool" but I'll never know because I don't own a pool to sip and float in. So most the folks out in the yard were wine tasting and seemed to be enjoying what they had. I had one couple who actually went down the list letting me know what their favorites were and why (I took notes). This is a cute little spot off the beaten path. I must say that I'm thankful for a restroom but I'm never a fan of portable potty's and unfortunately this was the only option at the time. If I'm out this way again, I'll make a stop and try a wine flight to see if the other wines live up to the hype.

@pollothecaique and myself visited the distillery on a Saturday (Labor Day weekend) and enjoyed the…read morefriendly atmosphere and dedicated whiskey makers. The staff was very accommodating and the location is definitely very rustic and out in the middle of nowhere. In a good way. My only disappointment is they did not have much merchandise for sale, because I was looking forward to one of their caps. The whiskey tasted very delicious. I am a big fan of Rye but the way they are so dedicated to their Wheat whiskeys you can definitely tell in the flavor. I am excited to try this whiskey in different cocktail recipes.

Good Texas whiskey better than what you will find in Kentucky or Tennessee. Knowledgeable staff…read moreable to suggest whiskey to sample.

Barbie usually gets a buzz from ballz and all the things ballz can do, but it's not alcohol related…read more(as it is for most people). If it's alcohol related for you, then these *are* the ballz you're looking for. These super cute alcoholic drinks are basically balls of alcohol which you can find in various places such as New Orleans - which is where I found these. Definitely impressive and unique, and if I was a drinker I'm sure I would really enjoy them. They're cocktail-style so they taste sugary and decent. They're shelf-stable so that's the downside (including taste-wise) but you can't have everything.

Sour apple is where it's at! So delicious! Probably shouldn't chug em back to back unless you can…read moreafford bail

such a great experience! was my first time attending an even, and I enjoyed every second of itread more

I booked the Texas Wino Tour for my birthday celebration, and unfortunately, this was one of the…read moremost disappointing and embarrassing experiences I have ever had with a tour company. The day before our scheduled tour, after my friends had already paid and made plans, we were informed that our pickup and drop-off location had changed. That alone was frustrating and unprofessional because it created unnecessary inconvenience for a birthday event that had already been planned and paid for. On the day of the tour, we were picked up in a Sprinter van that had no working air conditioning, had an unpleasant smell, and appeared to have mechanical concerns. We also noticed that the engine light was on. What made this even more concerning was that we were told the pickup/drop-off location had changed because the other Sprinter van had mechanical issues. After we left the first winery, we noticed that the warning light appeared to have been covered with black electrical tape. That was extremely concerning and made us feel uncomfortable about the safety and professionalism of the transportation. The tour itself was also not what was advertised or expected. We were supposed to visit three wineries, but we only visited two. There was no real tour guide experience. The driver stated that he would be both the driver and the tour guide, but he barely said anything the entire time. When I asked him about the air conditioning, his response was, "This is as good as it gets." That was shocking and unacceptable, especially considering the cost of the tour and the fact that this was supposed to be a special celebration. The second winery, Pemberton Winery, was a terrible experience. The wine tasted spoiled, sour, and unpleasant, almost like apple cider vinegar. Several people in our group were concerned about the quality and safety of what we were being served. The person presenting the wine also lacked warmth, personality, and hospitality, which made the experience even worse. At the very least, if the wine was not enjoyable, the customer service should have made up for it, but it did not. The food was also disappointing. The Italian meal did not taste like authentic Italian food. I ordered the white fish, and it was not good at all. The salad was good, the drinks were fine, and the gluten-free bread was good, but overall the meal did not meet expectations. Honestly, I would have preferred barbecue served on the winery lawn over the meal we received. This tour did not feel classy, organized, or professional. There were no souvenir glasses, no engaging tour guide, no real hospitality, and no attempt to make the experience special. It felt like we were treated as though we had paid very little for the tour, when in reality this was a paid birthday celebration with a group of people who expected a quality experience. What makes this even more disappointing is that Texas Wino Tour never offered a discount, a partial refund, or any meaningful apology for the poor experience. Many people on the tour were complaining, and the entire experience felt disorganized and unprofessional. I was embarrassed because I had hyped this tour up to my friends for my birthday, and it did not come close to meeting expectations. My group handled the situation with class and poise, but this experience was unacceptable. Based on this tour, I would strongly recommend that anyone booking with Texas Wino Tour ask in advance about the exact wineries, transportation, air conditioning, tour guide, food, and what is actually included. Also, I would personally avoid Pemberton Winery based on our experience. This was not the birthday wine tour experience I expected, and I am extremely disappointed.

Took my Mom today while she's in town visiting. Had a great experience and John was excellent guide…read more& driver. We stopped at Landon Winery (Grapevine), Farina Winery where we also ate lunch and Cross Timbers Winery where they had live music playing. Enjoyed it so much I plan on doing it again with my guy and friends.

This is my 2nd time doing this tour and I have to say this is a blast especially with a fun group…read more This time my husband got me a tour with my 2 bff and it was amazing! The bus group was a cool one too. After the 1st winery we were all happy and singing lol. The tour is around $150 per person and it includes 2 wineries (4 different wine tasting on each), a 3 full course meal at a steak house with 3 wine tasting at the restaurant and the bus trip to all the places. You get picked up at the embassy hotel at 5:30 and by 10:30 they are bringing you back. The restaurant was a disappointment. Last time the tour took us to a nice steak house. This time the place was a glorified TX Road house/sport bar and that is why I won't give them the 5 stars. But everything else was great and I will definitely do this tour again.