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The makers of Shiner Bock are launching Shiner Texas Legend Straight Rye Whiskey

By Christopher Osburn Feb 18, 2026 8:14 AM

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Texas-based K. Spoetzl Brewery & Distillery is most known for its timeless Shiner Bock beer. In 2025, the brand released a limited, distillery-only release whiskey called Shiner Texas Legend Bourbon. Recently, the distillery announced it would be adding to its spirits portfolio with the launch of Shiner Texas Legend Straight Rye Whiskey.

Shiner Texas Legend Straight Rye Whiskey

First distilled in December 2023, this expression was made from a marriage of three rye-spice-forward barrels. It began with a mash bill of malted rye, yellow dent corn, and two-row barley. It was distilled in copper pot stills before being matured in heavy-char, level-one charred oak barrels in a single-story, open-air barrelhouse. The result is a 125.4 proof, non-chill-filtered rye whiskey that needs to be tasted to be believed.

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According to K. Spoetzl, this soon-to-be highly coveted whiskey is centered on flavors like cinnamon candy, clove, citrus peels, sticky toffee, toasted vanilla beans, and gentle wintry spices.

“This release represents a defining moment for Shiner as we continue to evolve beyond brewing and establish our place in Texas whiskey,” Tom Fiorenzi, Director of Brewery and Distillery Operations, says.

“Bottling whiskey from our first rye distillation reflects the long-term vision we have for the distillery and the standards we’ve set from day one.”

Where can I buy it?

Texas Legend Straight Rye Whiskey is currently only available at the K. Spoetzl Brewery & Distillery for the suggested retail price of $199 for a 750ml bottle. For more information on this release and its other expression, visit https://shiner.com/

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