The song opens on a warm mid-tempo groove flickering with acoustic guitars, fiddle, and a steady drumbeat that feels familiar without feeling safe. Westbrook’s voice—earthy, self-aware, and Texas-proud—delivers a line that’s already echoing through small bars across the state:
> “I guess I like things that burn my chest… But a damn good taste in whiskey.”2
Written alongside Randy Montana and produced by Lukas Scott & Ryan Youmans, the track blends red-dirt authenticity with enough polish for mainstream ears2.
The accompanying “Visualizer” captures the mood — low-light bar scenes, whiskey-soaked melancholy, and that Texas pride that doesn’t need neon to make its point0. With charting singles like “House Again” and a fast-growing streaming presence, Westbrook’s on the rise2.
Final Verdict:
“Damn Good Taste In Whiskey” is a well-aged statement of purpose — laced with humor, honesty, and Texan heart. Hudson Westbrook isn’t riding tradition — he’s remixing it with swagger and vision. With *Texas Forever* dropping soon, this ride’s only just revving up.
Citations:
- CountryCentral reports *Texas Forever* drops July 25.
- The Music Universe and Holler Country detail release info, writing credits, and key lyric line.
- YouTube visualizer shows the mood and video style.