SHINER UNVEILS RICKHOUSE – A NEW DISTILLERY AND DINING EXPERIENCE
The makers of the iconic Shiner Beer are proud to announce the grand opening of Rickhouse, a brand-new restaurant and tasting room bringing spirits, craft cocktails, and Texas-inspired cuisine to the heart of Shiner, Texas. The 10,000 square foot venue will officially open its doors to the public on November 15, 2025.
Nestled just steps away from the historic K. Spoetzl Brewery & Distillery, Rickhouse marks a new chapter in Shiner’s rich legacy. The new destination blends tradition with innovation, featuring handcrafted spirits distilled on-site, a full-service restaurant highlighting locally sourced ingredients, and a vibrant space for live music and events. “We’re incredibly proud to take this next step in Shiner’s story with the launch of our new restaurant and tasting room, Rickhouse,” said Tom Fiorenzi, Director of Brewery and Distillery Operations. “Whether you’re here for a handcrafted spirit, a delicious meal, or just good conversation, we’re creating a space where tradition meets innovation in every pour and plate.”
Rickhouse is open daily for distillery tours, weekdays for dinner, Saturdays for lunch and dinner, and Sunday brunch. The menu is a thoughtful blend of familiar, Southern favorites made from high-quality ingredients. Highlights include starters like the Jumbo Bavarian Pretzel and Spoetzl Sliders, handmade pizzas like the seasonal Street Corn with cotija cheese, roasted corn, cayenne, chipotle crema, cilantro and lime and Shiner Bock BBQ Chicken, and entrées like Jumbo Chicken Fried Steak, Shiner Bock Pork Chop, Shrimp Skewers and Old Fashioned Meatloaf.
Dessert highlights include the Famous CinnaShine Cobbler and Vanilla Custard Bourbon Bread Pudding and boozy treats the Smoked Pecan Old Fashioned with Shiner Bourbon, brown sugar syrup, chocolate bitters and candied bacon, smoked & served tableside. For Sunday brunch, guests can opt for options like Shrimp & Cheddar Grits, Chicken Fried Steak & Eggs,and Salmon Avocado Toast.
Rickhouse’s beverage program features standout creations like the French Martini with Shiner Texas Vodka, raspberry puree and pineapple and an Espresso Martini with chocolate vodka, fresh espresso, Rickhouse coffee liqueur and brown sugar simple syrup. Guests can also enjoy inventive cocktails like the Big Buck Hunter with Shiner Texas Gin, ginger ale and lemon, or the Liquid Peach Cobbler with Shiner Cinnamon ‘Shine, fresh peach puree and brown sugar simplesyrup. Rounding out the menu are house favorites including the Rickhouse Old Fashioned and Spicy Pineapple Margarita.
Rickhouse includes a 1,500 square foot patio area, a full-service bar, private dining room, as well as ample seating throughout its indoor and outdoor spaces. For more information about Shiner and their new distillery please visit https://shiner.com/rickhouse
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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.