Top Things to do in Hye
10 Food & Drink in Hye That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Hye, United States including Garrison Brothers Distillery, Calais Winery, Hye Cider Company, William Chris Vineyards, Hye Meadow Winery, Blue Lotus Winery, Tejas Winery, French Connection Wines, Compass Rose Cellars, Zero 815 Winery.
1. Garrison Brothers Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 485 reviews
Garrison Brothers Distillery is Texas' first and oldest bourbon distillery. Our bourbon is hand-made from corn to cork right here on our little ranch. We are open Tuesday-Thursday, 10am-4pm and Friday & Saturday from 11am-5pm.
Reviewed By B2914EUstephaniet
We had been waiting to do a tour of Garrison Brothers for over a year. We finally scored spots last week and it was worth the wait! Tours are only $10 a person, which includes samples of the process along the way and a decent pour of bourbon at the end of the tour. It was really amazing to hear Garrison's story and see the process. We arrived early, which I highly recommend, and got drinks from the outside bar. "The Donkey" was a delicious spin on a "Moscow Mule". The "Old Fashioned" was a VERY generous size for the money and tasty. They also offered beer and wine for an honor system donation. The outdoor area was very large and had plenty of places to sit and enjoy the property. Overall, I definitely recommend and will be back!
2. Calais Winery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By BreadmanAustin - Austin, United States
Took some friends to Calais for their first visit and they were blown away and raved about the great wines and experience. I have known Ben for years and have found his wines to be consistently delicious. With the opening of The French Connection nearby Calais now concentrates on wines from Bordeaux varietals and The French Collection has his wines from Rhone varietals. All wines are made using 100 % Texas grapes. Calais is a low visibility operation. No sign! (Look for the French flag at the road.) The tasting room and winery are in a building dug into the ground. The wines have a definite "French" profile influence and are very well made. This is a rather small winery with high demand. Wine releases often sell out quickly. Prices are high but reasonable for the quality. Tasting prices are reasonable. Calais wines are sold only at the winery (with few exceptions.) A great stop for those who want to experience some of the very best Texas wines. Highly Recommended!
3. Hye Cider Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By Jess_Hann
I didn't think I liked cider until I came here! We did a tasting and I loved every single one of their ciders–they were seriously all amazing. The whole space is super cute and the atmosphere is chill; wish we lived closer!
4. William Chris Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 315 reviews
NOTE: RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Please set up a reservation online or over the phone. William Chris Vineyards focuses on hand-crafted Texas wine. We use minimum handling, low-impact techniques to produce premium old world wines. We farm about 40 acres in three different vineyards in Texas. our tasting room in Hye, TX is a remodeled 100 yr old farmhouse and back to its original state. Come sip in our 400-year oak grove or tour our 18th-century cemetery. Established in 2008, William Chris Vineyards is a small family owners vineyard and winery operation started by Chris Brundrett and Bill Blackmon. Both have been in the Texas wine industry previously.
Reviewed By L6575FNalexandrag
We stopped at William Chris during a weekend in Texas hill country on a wine tasting R&R trip from Louisiana. We thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful ambiance outside during our picnic lunch overlooking the vineyard and hills. The food was delicious! The front desk staff were very friendly and happy that we were there. We had Kyo as our sommelier and she was wonderful! Very informative and enthusiastic about their wine and the process that they use to make them. Had some smooth fruit forward medium bodied reds (which are my husband and I’s favorite). We will be back! 5 star experience!
5. Hye Meadow Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
We love wine. Not just drinking it, though that part is fun too. We love creating wine blends and different styles. And we really love sharing our wines with our friends and customers. We are excited that the Texas wine industry is starting to flourish, especially in beautiful central Texas. There are a lot of great wineries in our area. But once you taste our wines, we know we'll become one of your favorite stops on the Hill Country Wine Trail - if not your very favorite. Located on gorgeous property under towering oak trees, Hye Meadow Winery will make you feel right at home. Both our covered patio and our tasting room are the perfect spots to kick back, relax and enjoy a glass of well-crafted wine. We are happy to show you around our state-of-the-art winery, and offer a peek at our events pavilion for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays and other intimate gatherings.
Reviewed By HeartofTexas1986 - Stonewall, United States
We love checking out new winery’s on the way into Fredericksburg ! This one is at the top of the list, you don’t want to miss Hye Meadow Winery. It’s the perfect stop with the picturesque view. The wine tasting list has a delicious selection for everyone. Michelle, Kirk and Connor were very welcoming making sure that our larger group was happy. Thank you for a wonderful experience at HYE MEADOW WINERY. We will be back
6. Blue Lotus Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By 23Lester45 - San Antonio, United States
Love the mead selection. Some have up to 17% ABV. Nice hill country view and looks like they are adding on.menu includes growler prices and you can use your own growler if it has the federal warning
7. Tejas Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Small, boutique winery located in Hye, TX. Enjoy wine tasting, or have a glass of wine inside or on our porch and take in the beauty of The Hill Country.
Reviewed By M_Traveler_R
After a series of subpar wines at Texas Hill Country wineries, a new winery that has great wine and beautiful vistas. They had 2 white wines, muscat & dry muscat (both very good) and 2 reds. My favorite is the Tempranillo which would be excellent with spanish tapas. It's a medium body red with mild spicy and black cherry overtones. Really enjoyed the visit. The owners are very knowledgeable and have obviously been planning to open this winery for some time.This is a brand new winery that has hit the ground running. Get in while you can!
8. French Connection Wines
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By A5431QItinab
We had a wonderful time at French Connection this weekend! We did a reserve tasting with our friends for my husband’s birthday. Bill was our tasting guide and he was both informative & fun. The charcuterie board that came with our tasting was beautiful & delicious with some unique food items. Of course the wines & views are fabulous as well. We really enjoyed our experience & the attention to detail. We will definitely enjoy this experience again!
9. Compass Rose Cellars
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 37 reviews
The Hye Tasting Room is at the winery in Hye, 1 mile south of US 290 on Hye-Albert Road. A simple, delightful introduction to the Texas Wines of Compass Rose Cellars. Walk up and try our wines*. A normal tasting will take about 15-20 minutes of your time. Then you can pick a favorite and buy a glass or bottle and enjoy the views of the Hye Overlook. No appointment necessary. Tastings are available all day Wednesday through Sunday, until 6pm. *Tastings are $16
10. Zero 815 Winery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By richh188 - Treasure Island, United States
My wife and I were here for a tasting and Laura Hogsett (Owner) was very welcoming by sharing with us her industry knowledge and her awesome wines. We tasted a variety of reds and whites that were all very appealing. Her wine club, known as "Sip", has many membership benefits and options that warrant consideration. We enjoyed her products enough to take several bottles with us!! We highly recommend this winery and plan to return in the future.
