Christopher Thibert, Statesman Capitol 10,000 Race Director
Tito’s Handmade Vodka Brings Signature Flavor to the Cap10K with Cocktail Corner Sponsorship for 2026 race
Austin, TX —The 49th annual Statesman Capitol 10,000, presented by Baylor Scott & White Health and scheduled for Sunday, April 12, 2026, proudly welcomes back Tito’s Handmade Vodka as a premier sponsor of the race.
Registration is currently open at Cap10K.com, where participants can also make a charitable donation to the Sustainable Food Center, the official beneficiary of the 2026 race. The Austin American-Statesman will match all donations up to $10,000, doubling the community’s impact.
We are thrilled to announce the shared success of our work with Tito’s Handmade Vodka, the iconic Austin-born spirit that has grown from a local craft distillery into one of America’s most beloved and widely enjoyed vodkas. Distilled six times and rooted in Texan heritage, Tito’s is known for its smooth, high-quality character and genuine spirit of celebration—making it an ideal complement to the festive atmosphere at the Statesman Cap10K.
“We’re thrilled to return as a sponsor of the Cap10K and continue celebrating the incredible Austin community that makes this race so special,” said Christina Crean, Regional Sales Activation Manager at Tito’s Handmade Vodka. “From cheering on runners along the course to raising a Tito’s cocktail at the Finish Line Festival, we’re honored to support this beloved hometown tradition and toast to everyone crossing the line.
As the Official Sponsor of the post-race Cocktail Corner at the Finish Line Festival, Tito’s Handmade Vodka will help bring runners, volunteers, and supporters together to toast the achievements of everyone who crossed the line. Whether guests are enjoying crafted cocktails or raising a glass with friends and family, Tito’s presence will elevate the post-race celebration with the same passion and energy that define both this premier race and the vibrant community it serves.
The Statesman Capitol 10,000 (Cap10K) is the largest 10K in Texas and among the nation’s top five 10K road races. Founded in 1978, the Cap10K has become Austin’s annual rite of spring, bringing together elite athletes, casual runners, and families for nearly five decades of community, fitness, and Austin pride.
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Tito’s Handmade Vodka was founded by sixth-generation Texan, Bert “Tito” Beveridge. In the mid-nineties, on a plot of land in rural Austin, he built a 998 square-foot shack, rigged a pot still with spare parts, and created Tito’s Handmade Vodka. Tito’s corn-based vodka is certified gluten-free. Tito’s Handmade Vodka is distilled and bottled by Fifth Generation Distilled Spirits, Inc. in Austin, Texas, and is available in Liter, 1.75L, 750ml, 375ml, 200ml, 100ml, and 50ml sizes. For more information, visit www.titosvodka.com.