The makers of the iconic Shiner Bock are proud to announce the release of Shiner Texas Legend Straight Rye Whiskey, available exclusively at the K. Spoetzl Brewery & Distillery. Originating  from the distillery’s first rye distillation in December 2023, Texas Legend Straight Rye Whiskey is  drawn from a selection of just three barrels and showcases the bold, spice-forward character  of rye. The release marks a new chapter for the brewery after more than a century of Texas  brewing heritage.  

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

A TASTE OF TEXAS  
Crafted from a sweet mash of malted rye, yellow dent corn, and two-row barley, Texas Legend  Straight Rye is double copper pot distilled and aged in heavy toast, level 1 char barrels in a  single-story open-air warehouse. Selected from just three barrels of Shiner’s first rye distillation,  it is bottled at cask strength of 125.4 proof (62.7% ABV) and non-chill filtered to preserve its full  character and complexity.  

The result is a full-bodied rye with layered notes of cinnamon, clove and citrus, balanced by  hints of toffee, vanilla and warm spice. Priced at $199, this limited release reflects both the  patience behind its production and Shiner’s continued expansion into Texas whiskey. 

Texas Legend Straight Rye Whiskey bottles are available starting February 14^th at 10:00 a.m. only  at the K. Spoetzl Brewery & Distillery. For more information visit https://shiner.com/ 

ABOUT SHINER AND THE K. SPOETZL BREWERY & DISTILLERY 
The K. Spoetzl Brewery was founded in Shiner, Texas (population 2,127), in 1909, by Czech and  German immigrants brewing beer with old-world traditions and recipes for South Central  Texas. Since then, the brewery has grown to be one of the largest independent craft brewers in  the country with beers available in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and U.S. military bases  around the world. In 2023, the Spoetzl Brewery expanded to include the K. Spoetzl Distillery. Its  line of Shiner Texas Spirits includes Texas Vodka, Texas Gin, Shiner ‘Shine, and now Shiner Texas  Bourbon. To this day, every drop of Shiner is crafted right in Shiner, TX, where it all started 116  years ago.