Dietz Distillery is an artisan producer in Fredericksburg, Texas, where Old-World techniques meet Texas ingenuity. Founded in 2021 by Case “Dietz” Fischer, the distillery is built on generations of family tradition and the legacy of Fischer & Wieser Specialty Foods, a Hill Country institution known for its orchards and preserves. Drawing on his engineering background, experience in family farming, and professional training with an Austrian master distiller, Dietz fused science with heritage to create a distillery that emphasizes education, craftsmanship, and community.

Located alongside the iconic Das Peach Haus on the Fischer & Wieser Farmstead, the distillery embodies a farm-to-glass philosophy. Visitors are encouraged to engage with the process as much as the product. Tours delve into the history of fermentation and distillation, with hands-on opportunities to explore how spirits evolve and how they shape classic cocktails. The experience extends beyond the stillhouse, with tastings offered both indoors and outdoors amid the serene Hill Country pines.

The distillery’s flagship release, Five Judges Gin, is a juniper-forward, London-style gin brightened with citrus sourced from the Rio Grande Valley. Its name honors the five distinguished judges who once lived on the family property, tying history directly into every bottle. Despite being the first release from the fledgling distillery, Five Judges Gin quickly achieved international recognition, winning a Silver Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and establishing Dietz Distillery as a new name to watch in American craft spirits.

Beyond gin, Dietz Distillery showcases a diverse and adventurous portfolio that reflects European influences and Texas terroir. Offerings include elegant peach and pear brandies, crafted from local orchard fruit; orange liqueur and seasonal eau de vie that highlight single-fruit purity; a vibrant raspberry vodka (Himbeere) that pays homage to German and Austrian distilling traditions; and a smoky, characterful silver rum. Each spirit is produced in small batches using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and traditional copper distillation, with meticulous attention to balance and flavor integrity.

Dietz Distillery’s mission is threefold: to craft spirits of uncompromising quality, to share the history and art of distillation with visitors, and to foster a culture of connection through hospitality. The philosophy is simple but powerful: spirits should carry both story and soul. Every bottle embodies a blend of European craftsmanship and Texan authenticity, bridging heritage with innovation.

What makes Dietz Distillery unique is not only its products but its spirit of education and transparency. Guests leave not just with a drink, but with knowledge, an appreciation for the centuries-old traditions of distillation and how those techniques adapt in a modern Texas context. By pairing storytelling with craftsmanship, Dietz Distillery offers an experience that is equal parts sensory and cultural.

From internationally recognized gin to fruit brandies rooted in Hill Country farming, Dietz Distillery has already begun carving its place in the world of craft spirits. With a philosophy grounded in quality, history, and hospitality, it is not just a producer but a destination, an invitation to sip, learn, and share in the legacy of Texas distilling.