(5 stars) A Hidden Whiskey Gem in the Texas Countryside…read more We had the pleasure of visiting 1845 Distilling in Lowry Crossing, Texas, and were warmly welcomed by Bob, the owner, and Miguel, the head distiller--an incredible father-in-law/son-in-law duo who are clearly passionate about their craft. Tucked away in the cooling shade of a pecan orchard, this distillery is a hidden gem just outside of Dallas that deserves a spot on every whiskey lover's map. If you're traveling the Lonestar Whiskey Trail, make sure 1845 is on your itinerary--you'll be glad you did. Bob's Southern hospitality made us feel right at home. He gave us a personal tour of their still house, bottling facility, and beautiful rickhouse, sharing their vision for future expansion along the way. You can feel the pride, purpose, and family spirit in every detail of the operation. After the tour, we settled into their cozy tasting room and recorded an episode of The Whiskey Trip--surrounded by great whiskey, good conversation, and genuine Texas charm. And then there's the whiskey. Their rye bourbon absolutely blew my mind. It had every note and nuance I look for--bold, balanced, and beautifully crafted. Maybe it's the influence of those pecan trees, their precision German stills, or Miguel's talent behind the spirit--whatever the magic is, I was hooked from the first sip. 1845 Distilling is more than worth the trip--it's a shining example of craftsmanship, family, and true Texas hospitality. Want to hear the full story and get a deeper taste of the experience? Subscribe to The Whiskey Trip Podcast and come along for the ride. - Mike "Big Chief" Hiatt Host, The Whiskey Trip Podcast

Wonderful location, perfect for a date day. Learned a lot about Texas whiskeys and tried several…read moresamples right out of the barrel. It's amazing how different they taste based on age and climate. Plenty of restaurants and coffee shops in nearby McKinney, after the tour

First Time and everything has been fantastic. Atmosphere, music and service it is above any service…read moreI have received. Everyone has been so welcoming I definitely will be back. High five to the Dowling distilling and if you like espresso martini try one as they are super tasty. One more thing if you had too much to drink don't worry you can book a room At the Wyndham hotel in Anna.

Popped in for a late lunch today and I'm glad I did! I had the Rail Rye'd and it was excellent…read more The corn beef was perfect and the rest of the ingredients all melded together perfectly. Also had one of their craft sodas and it was great.

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.

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

Totally worth the hour drive from Coppell. Tasting room was a blast as was trying the different…read moreflavors and drinks. Service was top notch. The live music was a plus. Looking forward to returning for their outdoor concerts in the Fall. We did the tour where we also poured a bottle to take home. Flavor of the month is watermelon. Nice that you can also purchase bottles of their vodka as well as merchandise. Afterwards we went a few miles away to "Over Yonder" for delicious food before heading back to DFW.

This came up on my Facebook and since I was planning on going to see the tulips it only made since…read moreto stop here as well since I was I the area. I had reserved a tour for 3 (I highly recommend that you do the tour and if you choose to do a tour that you make reservations in advance as they sell out) and initially I did 2 with bottle fills and one tour. The tours come with a ticket for a drink so that was a nice little extra. As the tour started Ryan & Diego (our fabulous guides) gave us some history of how the company started and as well as the process of how the vodka is made. We got to mix our bottle (as we got the lemon) and fill our bottles. We also got to put the caps on the bottle and see how the line works. At the end of the tour, we also got to taste some vodka. After the tour we decided to go get our drinks and the staff inside were just as kind as the staff taking us on the tour. There are so many drink options that I wasn't sure what I wanted as they have so many flavored vodkas. I was told I could sample the vodkas which I was grateful for as it helped me make a decision. My cousin got the raspberry cobbler and the Bloody Mary - the raspberry was sweet but good and I don't like bloody Mary's but I'd drink this one! I got the blueberry lemon, the prickly pear and the front porch . . . All were good to me. When we were there they had some guys playing music inside which was a little loud but sitting on the porch, it was nice to hear. They also had a pizza food truck outside and my cousin said the pizza was really good. If I could make a suggestion to the establishment I would ask them to PLEASE sell flights! Please please please as there were so many drinks that I wanted to try but unless I was gonna sleep in the parking lot I knew I shouldn't but I guess it's also a reason to come back!

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

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!

Very educational during our tasting on where they get their barrels from and the entire processread more

Located in an unassuming metal building of mostly commercial spaces is a gem of a distillery. The…read morestaff were very friendly, welcoming, and great at explaining everything they offer. This distillery is membership driven and they explained all of that to me while i was there. Though you can still taste and shop without a membership, you will gain access to an exclusive lounge and many other specials with one. They do not serve food as this is their operating distillery. The whiskeys they make are special and often times limited releases. This place is a whiskey experience for true enthusiasts and they do a fantastic job at making those experiences personal and special. The day i was there they were preparing for a surprise party with all sorts of exciting tastings, custom blends, and unique plans. I highly encourage anyone who enjoys whiskey and is well versed in it to give this place a shot. I will certainly return many more times.