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                      Still Austin Whiskey Co.

                      Still Austin Whiskey Co
                      Still Austin Whiskey Co
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                      Bar - Tasting Room - Still Austin Whiskey Co
                      Bar - Tasting Room - Still Austin Whiskey Co
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                      Patio & Food Truck - Still Austin Whiskey Co
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                      Fermenters -Still Austin Whiskey Co
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                      Beer Well -Still Austin Whiskey Co
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                      Column Still -Still Austin Whiskey Co
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                      Small Hybrid Still -Still Austin Whiskey Co
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                      Barrelling Area -Still Austin Whiskey Co
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                      Bottling Line -Still Austin Whiskey Co
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                      Tasting Area -Still Austin Whiskey Co
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                      Taster Set -Still Austin Whiskey Co

                      Still Austin Whiskey Co.
                      440 East St. Elmo Road
                      Austin, TX 78745
                      (512) 276-2700
                      info@stillaustin.com

                      The Still Austin Whiskey Co. is located in South Austin, Texas in a uniquely repurposed warehouse district.  Distilling since 2017, all of their spirits are crafted using Texas-grown grains with a “grain to glass” approach.  To date Still Austin produces a bourbon, gin, and a white dog or “New Make”.  We met our tour guide, Josh, inside the cocktail bar-tasting room eager to learn more about their methods.  After introductions, we headed outside where Josh began the tour with a discussion regarding the grains used.  All grains are locally grown.  Corn, wheat, and rye, are each stored in one of three very large silos at the front of the distillery entrance.  All grains are then milled on-site (the mill house is just behind the silos) before being transferred inside to the cooker.

                      Approximately 4,400 pounds of grain is used for each cook, of which there are two each day.   After the cook, the mash is transferred to one of the nearby 1800 gallon fermenters.  Average fermentation time is around 3 days, after which the distiller’s beer has an alcohol content of around 10% ABV.  Then it is off to the stills.  For the bourbon, there is the 42 foot column still (Nancy) made by Forsyth in Scotland.  There are some great photos on the Still Austin’s Instagram page showing her journey from the docks of Scotland to her permanent resting place in the still tower of the distillery by crane.  Nancy is also used for the initial distillation of the gin.  The second still (The Queen) is a hybrid pot-4 plate column still manufactured by Corson, and is used as a finishing still for the gin and experimental batches.  Interesting to note is that the stills are named after women, while the fermenters are named after men.



                      Following distillation, the whiskey is barreled on site in char 3 barrels crafted at the Independent Stave Company (ISC) in Lebanon, Kentucky.  The “stillage”, the grain mixture left after distillation, is then sent back to local farmers to feed their livestock.  The bourbon enters the barrels at 118 proof.  The barrels are then transferred to their warehouse home in the Texas Hill Country for aging.  Still Austin Whiskey Co. performs a very unique process during the aging of its bourbon. Referred to as “Élevage”, a small amount of water is added during each month of aging to gradually proof down the bourbon and accentuate its interaction with the wood.  According to their website, “This meticulous technique brings forth the different flavor components derivable from oak, resulting in layer upon layer of depth and character, and “raising” the rye to its full potential.”   Once aging is complete, the bourbon returns to the distillery where it is bottled and packed by hand.

                      The tour wrapped up with a tasting of all three Still Austin products, the bourbon, gin, and new make.  Visitors can opt to tour the distillery, or just enjoy some of their tasty beverages.  The distillery is closed on Mondays.  For tour time availability visit  External link opens in new tab or windowstillaustin.com.  Reservations can be made online.  The tasting bar inside the distillery has ample seating, or weather permitting, the patio also makes for a very pleasant atmosphere.  The food truck, Pairings, is a permanent fixture on the patio.  The sandwiches here are excellent and by itself, worth a visit to the distillery.  So whether you’re a whiskey geek, a cocktail connoisseur, or a foodie fanatic, make it a point to visit Still Austin Whiskey Co.

                       

                       Please note that due to COVID Distillery Hours and Tour/Tasting Availability may vary. Please contact the distillery or check their web page or social media for details before you go.



                      Days of operation

                      Tasting Room / Cocktail Bar Hours

                      Mon: Closed

                      Tue-Thu: 12:00pm - 9:00pm

                      Fri-Sat: 12:00pm - 10:00pm

                      Sun: 12:00pm - 6:00pm


                      Tours

                      Mon: By Appt. Only

                      Tues-Thurs: 5pm, 7pm

                      Fri: 1pm, 3pm, 5pm, 6pm, 7pm

                      Sat: 1pm-8pm, every hour

                      Sunday: 1pm-5pm, every hour

                      Paved Drive / Lot

                      Parking in a paved lot in front of the distillery

                      Motorcycle Parking

                      No

                      Motorcycle unfriendly features

                      No

                      Number of tours per day

                      Variable depending on day:

                      (Mon: 0)

                      Tu-Th: 2

                      Fri: 5

                      Sat: 8

                      Sun: 5

                      Length of Tour(s)

                      ~ 30 minutes (may be longer if you have lots of questions)

                      Advanced topic tours?

                      Distiller led tour (offered  twice a month)


                      [Although not a tour, a $40 cocktail class includes a short tour]

                      Advanced topic tour names

                      Exclusive Distillery Tour, led by a Distiller!

                      Tours by owners /distillers available?

                      Yes - “Exclusive Distillery Tour, led by a Distiller!” (offered  twice a month)

                      Number of different types of tours

                      2

                      On-Line Tour Reservations Available

                      Yes

                      Advanced Reservations Recommended/Required

                      Definitely for Distiller led tours.

                      Cost for tour(s) in $

                      $15 ($40 for Distiller led tour)

                      Tasting Included?

                      Yes

                      Number of samples included in tasting

                      3

                      Tasting Only Option?

                      Yes, a Flight of Spirits is available at the cocktail bar for $10

                      Tasting Only Option Cost

                      $10

                      High-end tasting option?

                      No

                      High-end tasting option cost?

                      N/A

                      Designated Driver Option

                      No

                      Handicapped Accessible?

                      Most places

                      Souvenirs included with tour?No

                      Gift shop

                      Yes

                      On-Site bottle sales?

                      Yes

                      On-site food: Restaurant/Cafe/Snacks

                      Food truck on site - “Pairings”

                      On-site Cocktail bar

                      Yes

                      On-site event space

                      Yes

                      Should I visit? (Yes, Perhaps, No)

                      Yes

                      Unique Features

                      Urban distillery using local ingredients to craft grain to glass spirits. Nice cocktail bar and patio area with on-site food truck.

                      Website

                      External link opens in new tab or windowhttps://stillaustin.com/

                      Date Visited

                      January 2020

                       

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