We left Houston and headed toward the back road of Highway 90A to Shiner, TX, where the magic of Shiner Beer happens at the Spoetzel Brewery. We couldn't make the 11 a.m. tour but that was just as well. We hit the gift shop and more importantly the tasting taps. John liked the Ruby Red and I like the Shiner Premium. Fresh out of the oven - best I've had.
We then headed up Highway 183 to Lockhart to Smitty's BBQ. Lockhart is known far and wide for barbecue. We ended up eating at a bench with Mike from Virginia who also came from a long distance. Sausage was excellent, and ribs were tender. Best BBQ in Texas? We can't say - because we must continue to look. We really don't want to stop looking!
Then to New Braunfels via Highway 142 to float the Comal River. We went through the tube chute many times and enjoyed the cool water. I got a little sun despite the sunscreen but it was a good price to pay.
Then we enjoyed a big Mexican dinner at El Nopalito. Needless to say I was pretty tired and had a "food hangover" this morning. But like all hangovers.... it was worth it.
We got back to Houston about 11:15 p.m. via Highway 225. We covered a lot of the back roads of Texas. A trip for the books.
Sounds like you had a great time. The two of you certainly packed a great deal of activity into one day!
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