The longest day of the year, summer solstice, is here. But what does it have to do with growing grapes in East Texas? Just about everything. Find out what's happening in the vineyard right now. It's nothing short of spectacular.

Whiskey geeks, embark on a journey with our Distiller through the world of bourbon production in this three-part series! Part 1 - The Mashing Process

From earthy to spicy and event exotic explore the botanicals that give Dirk’s its classic taste created right here at Kiepersol.

The 2023 vintage of the Kiepersol Steen is out today and it’s taste tested for summer. This fresh dry white wine appeals to the Sauvignon Blanc drinker as well as Chenin Blanc fans. We paired it with a great scallop recipe from AllRecipes.com that features a zesty jalapeño edge and a cooling orange bite that pairs perfectly with our Steen.

We discovered two things that pair perfectly with summer and lime! The key lime cake has a kick from the layers of lime and is so refreshing with a little shot of Pierre’s Agave Spirit. We adapted this easy sheet cake from country super star Trisha Yearwood and you can find our version below and the original recipe here.

Each vintage is unique and 2024 at Kiepersol so far is definitely one for the books. From freezing temps to campfires and from blazing sun to blustery rains…this vintage is one to remember.

How the 1976 Judgement of Paris changed the wine world forever and launched the potential for Texas to be the next frontier in winemaking.

Do we need the bee’s knees in the vineyard? Discover the magic of springtime at Kiepersol and unveil the surprising secret behind how our precious grapes come into existence.

Love it or hate it, gin has a fascinating place in history. Dive in with Distiller Dylan Latham as he explores gin from early medicinal uses to the botanical elixir it is today.

Discover your perfect style of bourbon. The secret lies in the grains. Dive into the personality of each grain with Kiepersol’s Distller, Dyaln Latham and see which bourbon style makes you happy.

How did bourbon become the most sought-after spirit of our time? Like any good story, bourbon has had its ups and downs throughout American history.

The Sangiovese vines are the first reds to bud out in spring and have always held a special place in our heart and our history. Learn more about the three unique wines that we’ve created for three very different flavor profiles.

Dylan shares how to become a whiskey pro. You’ll know exactly what you’re buying when exploring new spirits at any liquor store.

You may know that bourbon is only made in America, but do you know what else makes up a bourbon? The diverse landscape of American bourbon is held together by rules that make it unique…and tasty.

Distillers, whiskey experts, and bartenders have been advising whiskey consumers for decades to add a bit of water to their whiskey, but not all whiskey drinkers agree. Who’s right and why?

Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller presented the Top Texas Winery saddle to Winemaker Michelle Snider and Director of Branding and Marketing Kelly Doherty in Houston at the Rodeo Roundup and Best Bites event. See where the saddle is now…

Grab a small sample of your favorite rye and join Dylan as he uncovers the distinct characteristics of diverse styles of rye whiskey found across America.

This week at the Distillery at Kiepersol, we're crafting rye whiskey. While Bourbon enjoys its status as America’s whiskey and holds the title of the most popular whiskey in the country, it wasn’t the first American whiskey. That distinction belongs to rye whiskey.

Distiller Dylan Latham delves into the essence of exploring the spirit of Texas on the Kiepersol blog today. He shares the core vision of each spirit we produce giving voice to the legends of Kiepersol.