A 24-Hour Staycation Guide to Eating and Drinking in San Leon - Eater Houston
"Chances are if you sipped some rum at Topwater, it was Railean’s. Nestled in an off-street in San Leon, this 21-and-up pirate-themed bar and distillery is a staple in San Leon. Owners Kelly and Matthew Railean founded the rum distillery in 2006, later adding the Buccaneer Bar to its repertoire in memory of the original bar that was destroyed by Hurricane Ike in 2008. In 2013, Railean officially opened its tasting room, inviting locals and visitors in for educational tours, tropical-leaning cocktails, and spirits, including rum, whiskey, vodka, and blue agave. Try its Talk Like a Pirate Rum Punch, a signature combination of Railean rum, pineapple, orange juice, ginger ale, and a secret blend of spices, or the $5 rum-based Parrot Piss shots, made with red raspberry, and lemon-lime soda, while taking in the pirate decor. Be sure to call ahead about the tours, which are often held around 3 p.m." - Brittany Britto Garley
