Evans Ranch, Inc.

05/21/2026

LIVE NOW: Songwriter Roundup at Wilson Valley Mercantile!

Join us for an intimate evening of original music and storytelling, straight from the heart of Texas! The Songwriter Roundup is in session at Wilson Valley Mercantile, featuring host A@Mike Mathis, Sr. with special guest Joel Allan

What you can expect:

Stripped-down performances: Hear the songs the way they were written, with just an acoustic guitar and the songwriter's voice.

The stories behind the songs: The songwriters will share the inspirations, moments, and memories that led to their music.

A unique atmosphere: This isn't just a concert—it's a gathering of music lovers and creators, all coming together in the beautiful, rustic setting of the Wilson Valley Mercantile distillery.

Whether you're a long-time fan or discovering these artists for the first time, this is your chance to get an up-close and personal look at the craft of songwriting.

Grab a drink, get comfortable, and enjoy the show!

07/17/2025

06/02/2025

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03/07/2025

Last pass of corn crop headed to Wilson Valley Mercantile to celebrate.

First year selling Pioneer Seeds, not th first year using it in our bourbon.

Averaged 232 acres per day with 16 row planter with Ag Leader Technology SureSpeed. Best day was 265.

11/26/2024

Whiskey enthusiasts, unite! Embrace the endless choices out there.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bourbon-life/id1498387060?i=1000678244265

https://open.spotify.com/episode/04yAlWXaX85aolCFGhtBeV?si=T7uS3h22RI66dTUUj1trYw

This week on , hits the and travels to Central Texas, visiting John Evans—Owner, Founder, and Distiller at Wilson Valley Mercantile , a true farm-to-glass distillery.

Established in 1867, the Evans Ranch embraces a “seed-to-sip” philosophy, growing all its grains on-site. In 2022, John decided to transform his corn harvest into spirits, creating a new chapter for the family farm.

The episode kicks off with their Texas Three Way Whiskey, crafted with a mash bill of 51% corn, 34% wheat, and 15% oats. This whiskey delivers a honey-butter sweetness that coats the palate, finishing with a touch of barrel spice.

Next, they sample the Texas Notch Bourbon, which shares the same mash bill but uses a different yeast strain, reducing the sweetness while adding spice for a longer finish.

In the second half, John introduces their Texas Bloody Butcher Corn Bourbon, featuring a rich, dusty nose and notes of popcorn ball and Cairo corn syrup that linger on the palate—a true nod to heritage corn whiskey.

To wrap things up, they taste the Wilson Valley Rye, made with 51% rye, 34% corn, and 15% oats. This “bourbon drinker’s rye” offers unique flavors of black licorice and root beer, making it the perfect whiskey for breakfast.

It’s always inspiring to see farmers returning to their roots, distilling their grains to create something extraordinary.
Cheers to another unforgettable ride on The Whiskey Trip!

11/02/2024

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10/21/2024

In case you haven't heard, we are adding beer to the menu in the tasting room with the help of Tanglefoot Brewing! Two Czech Lagers (one light and one dark) will be available for the first Valley Fest on October 26th.

In celebration of the feat, we have set up a limited number of tickets at a discount on the ticketing site. Look for the GA - Na Zdravi tickets and get them for $40 while they last. that's over 25% of the regular price which is a steal for 12 hours of live music.

https://bit.ly/WilsonValleyFest

10/02/2024

Let's roll. Gotta get ready for that next whiskey crop for Wilson Valley Mercantile.

10/01/2024

Thanks to all who attended our Pioneer Seeds and Ag Leader Technology fish fry at Wilson Valley Mercantile.