Texas Bourbon-style whiskey lovers rejoice!   An East Texas festival celebrating your favorite brown liquor has been announced for February 1st.  The East Texas Bourbon Society will be hosting the world's very first Texas Bourbon Shootout at the Hilton Garden Inn in Longview.

25 unique Texas distilleries will be on hand representing their pride and joy in the form of the best bourbon their company has to offer - vying for the 1st place ribbon.  Seating is limited to 250 whiskey lovers, so if you'd like to sample some of the best barrel-aged brown the Lone Star State has to offer - you'd better get a move on it.  Tickets start a $250, and proceeds benefit World of Wonders Children's Hands on Discovery Center.  That's right, not only will you be gifting your mouth with a journey of whiskey exploration - you'll be helping kids learn STEM subjects by helping fund the hands-on exhibits at one of the coolest places in East Texas!

Grab your tickets, pursue the distinguished list of distilleries, and find out more by clicking here.

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