If you didn’t realize it already, September is Bourbon Heritage Month. It’s a great time to try some different bourbons. And it doesn’t get much different than Hye, Texas. That’s where Garrison Brothers Distillery is located. Not only is it the oldest legal whiskey distillery in Texas, but it’s also crafting some award-winning expressions. This includes its popular Cowboy Bourbon. And wouldn’t you know it; the distillery is releasing this limited-edition expression once again this September.
Garrison Brothers Cowboy Bourbon
Garrison Brothers is releasing the 2026 version of its iconic Cowboy Bourbon on September 12. The first 1,000 bottles (of a total of 16,000) will be available at the Distillery in Hye beginning at 8 am on that date. This is a family and dog-friendly event where guests can enjoy coffee, breakfast, and lunch at The Whiskey Shack while they wait. There will also be live music, bottle signings, bourbon tasting, distillery tours, and specialty cocktails available.
This is the 12th edition of this award-winning whiskey. Each barrel was hand-selected by Master Distiller Donnis Todd. It was matured for a minimum of 8 years and bottled at cask strength of 141 proof. Uncut and unfiltered, it’s known for its rich, complex flavor profile.
According to Garrison Brothers, the result is a multi-layered, memorable whiskey loaded with flavors like burnt wood, gun smoke, dried stone fruit, and caramelized sugar.
“It comes on strong at first, but the depth of flavor quickly draws you in,” Donnis Todd, Master Distiller at Garrison Brothers Distillery, says.
“A lasting flood of warmth gives way to layers of dried fruit and toasted marshmallows, creating a bold Texas finish that keeps you coming back for another sip.”
Where can I buy it?
After the initial event, the 2026 edition of Cowboy Bourbon will be available at select bars, restaurants, and whiskey retailers throughout the US beginning October 1, 2026, for the suggested retail price of $249.99 for a 750ml bottle. You will also be able to purchase allocated bottles at the Garrison Brothers online store beginning September 18. However, that is limited to only 279 bottles. For more information about this release and all of the Garrison Brothers whiskey portfolio, visit www.garrisonbros.com.
