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Top Five Texas Vodkas - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

5 Best Texas Vodkas

Spec’sology Blog, Spirits
There may be a small red mark from lightly banging my forehead against the desk. That’s what happens when you have to choose the best among so many awesome choices! It was really hard to pick the top 5 Texas vodkas because the state of Texas has produced some truly outstanding ones over the years!Eventually, we managed to settle on several that seemed to shine above the rest. Here are our top 5 picks for the best Texas vodka brands available on the market today! 1. 1835 Texas Lone Star Vodka ... Read More
Best Texas Tequilas

Four Texas Tequila Brands We Love

Spec’sology Blog, Spirits
Whether you shoot it, sip it, or mix it up in a margarita—we’ve got some of the best Texas tequila brands for you! Tequila is one of the most popular liquors here in Texas and for good reason. Texans love all the tequila that we can find from our neighboring country south of the border. In fact, Texans and tequila have a long history. Today we have a collection of some of our favorite Texas tequila brands that give even Mexico’s finest a run for its money. Explore and enjoy these Texas... Read More

Happy National Beverage Day!

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Grab your vessel of choice, proudly fill it with your favorite liquid and raise it high in honor of National Beverage Day!

Yes that’s correct, National Beverage Day comes directly after Cinco De Mayo! Perhaps it’s for those of us who overestimated our level of festive consumption and were wondering what to do with the remaining drinks? With many countries celebrating anything and everything, for instance on February 10th Korea celebrates ‘Seollal’ or their new year, they typic... Read More

Finer Things

Last Minute Gift Ideas!

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but it can be hectic! If you’re scrambling to find last minute gift ideas that will impress without breaking the bank, we have a guide to help.

Zonin Prosecco
Well-balanced and appealing, it makes an excellent aperitif and can also be served throughout any meal.

Turin Liqueur Chocolates
These world-class, premium chocolates offer a unique and luscious experience that will satisfy even the most sophisticated palate.

99 West Pinot Noir
Cinn... Read More

Cheers to the New Year!

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Let the countdown begin! 2013 is coming to a close and it’s time to raise our glasses to the start of a new year! To help ring in 2014 why not take the bubbly up a notch and give one of these Champagne cocktails a try? Have your own favorite New Years drink? Share it with us in the comments!

Bellini
4 oz Champagne or sparkling wine
2 oz peach juice

Pour the peach juice into a champagne flute. Slowly add champagne and serve.

Black Velvet
4 oz Champagne or sparkling wine
4 oz chille... Read More

Treat Yourself: Delicious Dessert Cocktails!

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Lose the fork and pop the cork, it’s dessert time! Using infused liquors, creamy mixers and sweets to top them off, these recipes transform classic desserts into delicious drinks. The best part? There is no cooking involved, they are easy to make and are sure to impress the guests at your next dinner party.

Red & White Delight
2 oz strawberry flavored vodka
3 dashes white crème de menthe
2 1/2 oz cranberry juice
Candy cane for garnish

Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker fil... Read More

Summer Seasonals! Saison and Session Beers

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Summer is the season for both saison and session beers, and Spec’s has plenty of both! A saison beer (also known as “farmhouse-style”) is a pale ale that originated in Belgium for farm workers to drink in the summer. As craft brewing has taken off, several interpretations of this style have developed, but it is always light, with grassy, “funky” flavors and the hoppiness of pale ale.

“Session” is the term for a lower-alcohol beer with a balanced flavor and clean finish that can ... Read More