Three Paths Distillery opens July 1 in Comfort

Three Paths Distillery opens July 1 at 723 Front Street in Comfort, Texas, after a two-year renovation of a century-old property. The new Hill Country spot will offer house-made spirits, cocktails, mocktails, tours and tastings in a restored historic setting.

Why it matters: - Three Paths Distillery adds a new craft spirits destination to Texas Hill Country. - The opening gives Comfort a restored historic gathering place built around local tourism, tastings and small-batch production.

What happened: - Three Paths Distillery opens July 1, 2026, at 723 Front Street in Comfort, Texas. - Owner and Master Distiller Parker Dolphin and his wife, Laina, founded the distillery. - The opening comes after two years of renovations to a century-old property.

The details: - The tasting room was designed as a warm, vintage-inspired space with character. - The restored space includes vintage furnishings, an eclectic bar, a library nook, an art gallery highlighting local creators and cozy seating areas. - Three Paths Distillery makes bourbon, gin, vodka and whiskey on-site. - The distillery uses state-of-the-art equipment and Parker Dolphin’s distilling techniques. - The menu includes cocktails and mocktails. - The signature drink is Blackbird, a sparkling blackberry-lavender cocktail with mint. - Parker Dolphin worked at craft distilleries in Montana, Wisconsin, Michigan and Illinois after serving in the U.S. Army.

Between the lines: - The branding ties the business to Parker Dolphin’s personal story, the land and the Comfort community. - The renovation positions the distillery as both a production site and a visitor experience. - Local art and a restored historic interior signal an effort to fit into Comfort’s small-town identity rather than operate as a generic tasting room.

What's next: - Three Paths Distillery will welcome guests for tastings, tours, cocktails, mocktails and a first look at the restored property. - Hours are Wednesday and Thursday from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. - Parker Dolphin said he and Laina want to contribute to the community as the business opens.

The bottom line: - Three Paths Distillery is betting that craft spirits, historic charm and a community-focused identity will resonate with both locals and Hill Country visitors.