HoneyDew is a charmingly sweet and warming bourbon, infused with Texas wildflower honey to deliver a cozy, dessert-like experience. Its interplay of honeyed richness, creamy textures, and gentle spice makes it intuitive and comfortingan inviting sipper particularly suited for relaxing evenings or as a standout cocktail base.

Overview & Innovation

• Producer: From Garrison Brothers Distillery in Hye, Texasthe first legal bourbon distillery in the state. Its a small-batch, grain-to-glass producer known for bold, artisanal expressions.

• Process: Matured in new American white oak barrels for about four years. Then, unique wooden cubes made from used bourbon barrels are soaked in Burlesons Texas wildflower honey, and immersed in the bourbon for seven months. This imparts deep, authentic honey flavornot just sweeteners.

• ABV: 80 proof (40% ABV)on the lighter side, emphasizing approachability.

Tasting Notes

Appearance
Amber hues rich like Texas sunshinea warm, inviting color that reflects the honey infusion.

Nose
Sweeter than average farmhouse porcharomas of caramel, vanilla, dark honey, elderberry, resin, with a subtle toasted oak spice.

Palate
Creamy and smooth: begins with caramel and honey, followed by gentle spice from cinnamon, clove, black pepper, cardamom, and apricot notes. Then, buttery richness akin to angel food cake or whipped cream emerges.

Finish
Sweet yet balanced, with lingering flavors of honey, fresh flowers, sultana raisins, toasted bread, white chocolate, and subtle espresso-chocolate warmth.

Reception & Character

• From a reviewer: Almost like a honeyed Hot Toddycomforting, like drinking black tea and honey when you’re sick. The sweet, spicy balance makes it cozy, if not especially complex.

• Reddit feedback: A honey bomb experiencethick mouthfeel, strong honey flavor, though a bit astringent and short on finish, especially after oxidation. Still, quite appealing for those who love sweetness.

Summary Table

Attribute Details ABV 80 proof (40% ABV) Color Warm amber Nose Caramel, vanilla, dark honey, oak spice Palate Smooth, creamy with honey, spice (cinnamon, clove), apricot Finish Medium, with honey, floral, sultana, white chocolate, espresso notes Style Cozy, dessert-like sweetness with Texan flair Ideal For Quiet sipping, post-dinner treat, or as a honeyed cocktail base

Garrison Brothers HoneyDew is a uniquely Texan bourbonwarm, inviting, and accessible. Its perfect for those who adore sweet, creamy spirits, or for mixing into honey-forward cocktails. While it may not appeal to purists seeking depth or complexity, it delivers comfort and character true to its bold design.

Best in Class (Special bourbon Finishes) Double Platinum Medal – 2024 SIP AWARDS

Life is simply too short to waste on cheap sourced whiskey. – DAN GARRISON

“Our award-winning Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey, infused with Burlesons Texas Wildflower Honey, resulting in a smooth, light bourbon with a sweet honey finish. Our Master Distiller transformed used bourbon barrels into small, wooden cubes that were immersed in honey. After fully absorbing it, they were placed in the belly of a stainless-steel tank, letting the bourbon soak up those delicious honey flavors every single day for seven months.”