San Angelo Family Network Names 

Austin Craft Spirits the Official Whiskey of SAFN

San Angelo, TX – November 14, 2025— The San Angelo Family Network (SAFN) is proud to announce Austin Craft Spirits as its Official Whiskey. Known for producing small-batch Texas whiskey made from 100% Texas-grown grains, Austin Craft embodies the values of authenticity, resilience, and heritage that SAFN champions for kinship caregivers and families across the Concho Valley.

“Austin Craft’s story resonates deeply with the families we support,” said Patrick Dierschke, founder of the San Angelo Family Network. “Whiskey rooted in Texas soil, shaped by time, and refined through care reflects the same journey our families travel — adapting, strengthening, and finding connection along the way.”

One of Austin Craft’s newest expressions, Austin 111, has quickly become symbolic of this shared connection. Distilled from a bold mash bill of 70% rye and 30% corn, the 111 represents both tradition and transformation. Rye brings spice, resilience, and character; corn brings familiarity, warmth, and comfort. Together, they form a balanced expression that mirrors the evolving dynamics of today’s families — honoring where we come from while embracing the new roles, relationships, and responsibilities that kinship caregiving often brings.

Austin Craft Spirits’ lineup, including the 85, 101, and 121, is made entirely from Texas grains, reflecting a commitment to local agriculture and the communities that sustain it. This “grown-here, crafted-here” philosophy aligns directly with SAFN’s mission to build strong foundations for children by keeping them connected to their roots and the people who love them.

The partnership will include:

• Featuring Austin Craft as the Official Whiskey on the SAFN website

• Highlighting the brand across SAFN social media

• Recognizing Austin Craft at SAFN events and community gatherings

This collaboration celebrates the shared belief that the best things in life — whether a family or a finely crafted whiskey — are built with patience, integrity, and a deep respect for where we come from.

Families & Whiskey — Rooted in Texas

At first glance, families and whiskey may seem worlds apart. But dig a little deeper, and the connection becomes clear: both are about legacy, resilience, and the ties that bind us.

A family, like a fine whiskey, is nurtured over time. It requires care, patience, and attention to detail. It weathers challenges, grows stronger through trials, and develops character that can’t be rushed. In Texas, where family and community stand at the heart of our culture, Austin Craft Spirits embodies these very qualities.

Crafted entirely from Texas grains, Austin Craft whiskey carries the stories of the farmers who cultivate the land, the distillers who refine the spirit, and the families who raise a glass together in celebration. Every bottle reflects a uniquely Texan heritage — rooted in the soil, strengthened by community, and carried forward by tradition.

For SAFN, naming Austin Craft the official whiskey is more than a partnership; it’s a recognition that family and craftsmanship share the same foundation: authenticity, connection, and love. Just as each grain contributes to the character of the whiskey, each family contributes to the strength of our community.

Together, SAFN and Austin Craft lift up a simple truth: when we honor our roots, we create something lasting — whether that’s a family legacy or a truly Texan whiskey.