Kristin Barclay

There’s no better excuse to gather friends and family than America’s 250th birthday. Whether you’re firing up the grill, spending the day by the pool, or settling in to watch fireworks light up the night sky, a great cocktail is always part of the celebration. From timeless bourbon favorites to light, refreshing summer sips and colorful red, white, and blue creations, these festive drinks are made for raising a glass to 250 years of American history. Cheers to good company, great cocktails, and a celebration that’s sure to be one for the history books.

HYE, TX (July 7, 2026) – On Saturday, August 8, 2026, Garrison Brothers, the first and oldest legal whiskey distillery in Texas, will release one of its most anticipated and allocated expressions: 2026 Garrison Brothers Laguna Madre Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This year’s release event also introduces a first for the Laguna Madre lineup—a limited-release Cask Strength Single Barrel Laguna Madre, bottled at 135.4 proof and created for collectors seeking the bourbon at its most powerful and uncut. The distillery gates will open at 8A in Hye, Texas, welcoming bourbon aficionados and Garrison Brothers fans eager to be among the first to secure a bottle. Now in its lucky seventh year, the 2026 Laguna Madre release yielded 3,000 total bottles, with the first 1,000 available during the August 8 event. The remaining 2,000 bottles will be available at key accounts and offered through Garrison Brothers’ e-commerce site beginning Friday, August 14, 2026.

AUSTIN — As she concludes her final week in office, Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson today gave updates on key election programs ahead of the November election.

CEDAR HILL, TX (July 15, 2026) – Visit Cedar Hill is partnering with PlugHub Market, one of Texas’ most prominent night market promoters, to bring a unique evening market experience to Historic Downtown Cedar Hill on Saturday, July 25.

Duncanville ISD announced its policy today for providing free and reduced-price meals for children served under the attached current income eligibility guidelines. Each school/site or the central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by anyone on request.

Santa Ana Pueblo, N.M. – Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa, a serene desert resort located between Albuquerque and Santa Fe, announces a new Route 66 Getaway package inspired by the centennial of America’s most

If you’re a fan of whiskey with a little age on it, Old Elk has three new reasons to pour a glass.

Maker’s Mark, the iconic handmade Kentucky bourbon, introduced a global travel retail exclusive series featuring custom, city-inspired labels designed by acclaimed artist Alexandra Pacula. Available for a limited time in select airports, the bespoke Maker’s

Summer may be nearing its final pour, but there’s still time to savor every last sun-soaked moment. Reach for bourbon, tequila or rum and turn the season’s brightest flavors into cocktails that feel effortlessly sophisticated—think fresh citrus, ripe fruit, tropical notes and plenty of ice. These are the drinks made for lingering on the patio, stretching out golden-hour conversations and giving summer one last stylish send-off. After all, the calendar may say fall is coming, but your cocktail doesn’t have to.

BEDFORD, Texas – Even though summer in Texas is still in full swing, DQ restaurants in Texas are giving fans an early taste of fall. This month, the NEW! Caramel Apple Cheesecake Blizzard® Treat makes its debut through August 30 while supplies last.