{"id":166864,"date":"2026-02-16T17:16:07","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T17:16:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/166864\/"},"modified":"2026-02-16T17:16:07","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T17:16:07","slug":"shiner-releases-new-texas-legend-rye-whiskey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/166864\/","title":{"rendered":"Shiner Releases New Texas Legend Rye Whiskey"},"content":{"rendered":"

The makers of the iconic Shiner Bock<\/a> announced the release of Shiner Texas Legend Straight Rye Whiskey, available exclusively at the K. Spoetzl Brewery & Distillery.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Originating from the distillery\u2019s first rye distillation in December 2023, Texas Legend Straight Rye Whiskey is drawn from a selection of just three barrels and showcases the bold, spice-forward character of rye. The release marks a new chapter for the brewery after more than a century of Texas brewing heritage.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cThis release represents a defining moment for Shiner as we continue to evolve beyond\u00a0brewing and establish our place in Texas whiskey,\u201d Tom Fiorenzi, Director of Brewery and Distillery Operations, said in a news release. \u201cBottling whiskey from our first rye distillation reflects the long-term vision\u00a0 we have for the distillery and the standards we\u2019ve set from day one.\u201d<\/p>\n

Crafted from a sweet mash of malted rye, yellow dent corn, and two-row barley, Texas Legend\u00a0 Straight Rye is double copper pot distilled and aged in heavy toast, level 1 char barrels in a\u00a0 single-story open-air warehouse. Selected from just three barrels of Shiner\u2019s first rye distillation,\u00a0 it is bottled at cask strength of 125.4 proof (62.7% ABV) and non-chill filtered to preserve its full\u00a0character and complexity.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The result is a full-bodied rye with layered notes of cinnamon, clove and citrus, balanced by\u00a0 hints of toffee, vanilla and warm spice. Priced at $199, this limited release reflects both the\u00a0 patience behind its production and Shiner\u2019s continued expansion into Texas whiskey.<\/p>\n

Texas Legend Straight Rye Whiskey bottles are available only at the K. Spoetzl Brewery & Distillery.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Read more: Forthcoming Fred Minnick Book \u2018Bottom Shelf\u2019 Drawing Praise<\/a><\/p>\n

ABOUT SHINER AND THE K. SPOETZL BREWERY & DISTILLERY\u00a0<\/p>\n

The K. Spoetzl Brewery was founded in Shiner, Texas (population 2,127), in 1909, by Czech and German immigrants brewing beer with old-world traditions and recipes for South Central\u00a0 Texas. Since then, the brewery has grown to be one of the largest independent craft brewers in\u00a0 the country with beers available in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and U.S. military bases\u00a0 around the world. In 2023, the Spoetzl Brewery expanded to include the K. Spoetzl Distillery. For more information, visit https:\/\/shiner.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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