Garrison Brothers Lady Bird 2025 is a bold and beautiful Texas straight bourbon whiskey finished in French Cognac XO casks and infused with Texas wildflower honey, creating a one-of-a-kind expression of Southern craftsmanship and elegance. Produced in collaboration with the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, this limited-edition bottling pays tribute to the former First Lady’s love for nature—and Texas.
Crafted in small batches and aged under the intense Texas sun, this bourbon bursts with rich sweetness, oak depth, and floral nuance, making it one of Garrison Brothers’ most creative and collectible releases.
Tasting Notes:
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Nose: Wildflower honey, orange blossom, vanilla bean, and warm oak spice
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Palate: Lush and layered with flavors of caramelized sugar, ripe stone fruit, toasted nuts, baking spice, and floral sweetness
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Finish: Long and warming with lingering honey, French oak, and a whisper of dried apricot and clove
Vital Stats:
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Type: Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey
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Finish: XO Cognac Casks + Infused with Texas wildflower honey
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ABV: 50.5% (101 proof)
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Bottle Size: 750mL
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Aging: Multiple years in new charred oak, finished in Cognac casks
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Release: 2025 Limited Edition
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Distillery: Garrison Brothers Distillery – Hye, Texas
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Packaging: Embossed bottle with wax seal and signature Lady Bird labeling
FAQ:
Q: Is this a flavored whiskey or traditional bourbon?
A: It’s a true straight bourbon enhanced with natural honey infusion and a Cognac barrel finish, giving it added richness—not a typical flavored whiskey.
Q: Is this release rare?
A: Yes—Lady Bird is a limited annual release, often allocated and highly collectible.
Q: Best way to enjoy it?
A: Ideal neat or with a single ice cube to highlight its honeyed depth and floral complexity.
Q: Is it overly sweet?
A: No—it’s balanced, with honey adding body and nuance, not syrupy sweetness.
Ideal For:
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Garrison Brothers Collectors
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Fans of Finished & Infused Bourbons
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Gifting with Texas Flair
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Sipping Neat or with Dessert