Garrison Brothers Laguna Madre Texas Bourbon (2025 Release)
Experience one of the rarest and most sought-after treasures in American whiskey with the Garrison Brothers Laguna Madre 2025 Release. This highly limited, distillery-exclusive expression is a true testament to the innovative spirit of Texas' first legal bourbon distillery. Named for the beautiful blue waters of the South Texas coast, Laguna Madre is a complex, delicate, and profoundly unique bourbon for the most discerning collector. Find this ultra-rare release through our preferred online retail partner, Nestor Liquor.
The journey of Laguna Madre is one of patience and artistry. The 2025 release begins with Garrison Brothers' signature four-year-old Texas Straight Bourbon, crafted from a sweet, wheated mash bill of locally sourced corn and wheat. This mature bourbon is then finished for an additional four years in specially selected Limousin oak casks from France. This eight-year maturation process, split between two different types of prized oak, results in a bourbon of incredible depth, character, and a stunningly unique flavor profile.
Key Specifications:
Product: Garrison Brothers Laguna Madre Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Release: 2025 Annual Release
Mash Bill: 74% Texas White Corn, 15% Texas Soft Red Winter Wheat, 11% Malted Barley
Proof | ABV: 101 Proof | 50.5% ABV
Age: 8 Years (4 years in new American oak, 4 years in French Limousin oak)
Garrison Brothers Distillery, founded by Dan Garrison in Hye, Texas, holds the distinction of being the first legal bourbon distillery established in Texas. They are renowned for their uncompromising "grain-to-glass" approach, using locally sourced Texas ingredients and embracing the fierce Texas climate for aging. This intense heat and temperature fluctuation accelerates maturation, creating bourbons that are exceptionally bold and rich. The Laguna Madre is the crown jewel of their portfolio, an annual release so rare and coveted that it is typically only available to the distillery's most loyal followers.
Tasting Notes: A Symphony of French Oak and Texas Bourbon
The four-year finish in French Limousin oak imparts a luxurious and layered tasting experience:
Nose: A captivating and elegant bouquet. Expect aromas of rich vanilla bean, white chocolate, and a hint of sweet pipe tobacco, beautifully layered with notes of apricot, plum, and a delicate floral character.
Palate: A full-bodied and exceptionally smooth, creamy mouthfeel. Flavors of rich caramel and honey are expertly balanced by the sophisticated spice of the French oak. Notes of stewed fruit, hazelnut, and a gentle, warming cinnamon emerge, creating a complex and memorable palate.
Finish: The finish is exceptionally long, smooth, and satisfying, with lingering notes of sweet vanilla, toasted almonds, and a final, sophisticated whisper of oak and spice.
Why the 2025 Laguna Madre is a Grail Bourbon:
An Ultra-Rare Collector's Item: As a distillery-only release with an extremely limited number of bottles, Laguna Madre is one of the rarest and most sought-after bourbons in the world.
Luxurious French Oak Finish: Four full years in prized Limousin oak casks create a profound depth of flavor, layering elegant, spicy, and fruity notes onto the bold bourbon base.
A True Taste of Texas: Crafted grain-to-glass in Hye, Texas, with locally sourced ingredients, this is an authentic expression of Texas terroir at its most refined.
Aged to Perfection: Eight years of maturation, with half of that time in finishing barrels, results in a perfectly balanced and incredibly complex spirit.
This is a bourbon that beautifully marries the rugged spirit of Texas with the refined elegance of France. Contact Nestor Liquor today to inquire about securing a bottle of the legendary Garrison Brothers Laguna Madre 2025 Release.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Q: How is this different from other Garrison Brothers bourbons like Balmorhea or Guadalupe?
A: While all are premium, finished expressions, Laguna Madre is unique for its use of French Limousin oak casks for an extended four-year finishing period. Balmorhea is aged in two different types of new American oak, and Guadalupe is finished in Port casks. Laguna Madre is also by far the rarest of the three.
Q: What is Limousin Oak?
A: Limousin oak is a type of French oak known for its tight grain and high tannin content. It is famously used for aging high-end Cognac and wine. When used for whiskey, it imparts rich, spicy, and vanilla-forward notes with an elegant, refined structure.
Q: Is this a flavored whiskey?
A: No. All the flavors are derived naturally from the whiskey's maturation in new American oak and its secondary finishing in the French Limousin oak casks. No artificial flavors are added.
Q: Why is Laguna Madre so hard to find?
A: Laguna Madre is an extremely limited, annual release that is sold almost exclusively at the Garrison Brothers distillery in Hye, Texas, to members of their "Old 300" club, making it one of the most difficult-to-acquire bourbons on the market.
Q: Where can I purchase the Garrison Brothers Laguna Madre 2025 Release?
A: This is an extremely rare and highly allocated release. We recommend contacting our preferred retail partner, Nestor Liquor, to inquire about their inventory and availability.
