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Owned and operated by the same Houston family since 1962, Spec’s is a true destination shopping experience. We now operate over 150 stores all over the great state of Texas and offer a large selection of wines, spirits and finer foods.
Cozy Winter Whiskey Cocktails - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Cozy Winter Whiskey Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes
Relaxing with a whiskey by the fire doesn’t have to mean sipping on a sniffer-full of scotch. We’ve put together a collection of fireside-appropriate whiskey cocktails that’ll have you pulling your recliner closer to the hearth and indulging in the delights of a cozy whiskey cocktail.Hot ToddyIngredients2 oz. whiskey4 oz. hot water, to top½ oz. lemon juice1 tbsp. honeyCinnamon stick, for garnish (optional)Ground nutmeg, for garnish (optional)Ground cloves, for garnish (optional)Star anise... Read More
Super Bowls of Punch - Spec's Wines, Spirits, & Finer Foods

Super Bowls of Punch

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Entertain
In case you’re wondering why all your friends are refusing to attend your National Hedgehog Day Party on February 2nd, it’s because the Big Game happens to be on that very same Sunday. *If you aren’t a big sports fan, the Big Game refers to the annual championship football game of the National Football League that pits the winner of the AFC against the winner of the NFC. And because you’ll spend all day in a state of perpetual curiosity; AFC stands for the American Football Conference an... Read More
National Cheese Day - Spec's Wines, Spirits, & Finer Foods

National Cheese Day: Top Cheeses to Cherish

Spec’sology Blog, Cheese
It’s National Cheese Day and that means it’s time to slice, melt, spread, and crumble your way to mouthwatering nirvana. We’ve put together a list of 6 of our favorite cheeses to help you do just that!Why Is Cheese So Good?First, we wanted to know what makes cheese so addictively delicious, and it turns out there’s a reason behind our cheesy cravings. Cheese contains casein and casein fragments called casomorphins, which is a casein-derived morphine-like compound. So basically, dairy pro... Read More
Dragon Cocktails | Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Dragon Cocktails – Tip the Scales in Your Favor

Spec’sology Blog, Spirits
It’s National Appreciate a Dragon Day! Yes, it’s a thing. So, whether you’re a fan of Puff, Smaug, or Drogon, January 16th is the day to raise a glass to your favorite mythological creature. And to make this list of dragon-inspired cocktails even more interesting, we’ve got some classic dragon movies you should checkout as well!Dragon Films The NeverEnding Story (1984) Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah (1991) DragonHeart (1996) Reign of Fire (2002) How to Train Your Dragon (2010) The Hobb... Read More
Top Winter Wines - Spec's Wines, Spirits, & Finer Foods

Best Wines to Enjoy in Winter

Spec’sology Blog, Wine
When it comes to cold weather drinking, folks usually think of hot beverages spiked with alcohol. When it comes to winter, however, it is wine’s time to shine. Unless you’re struggling to survive in a desolate tundra, a hot beverage may not be the best route for enjoying the evening. Curled up by a roaring fire, the last thing one might want is a hot drink that matches the heat pouring out of the hearth. When’s the last time you opted for a hot coco in the middle of summer? Wine, on the ot... Read More
Minimalist Cocktails | Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Less is More – Minimalist Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Spirits
Sometimes less can be deliciously more! There’s no need to have your bar stocked with every kind of liquor imaginable in order to make great cocktails that your guests will love. And you’ll also be any bartender’s favorite patron when you ask for a 3-ingredient cocktail that doesn’t require them to toast a thinly sliced vanilla bean during peak bar hours. If you’re thinking these are going to be barebones, old school, cocktails that your granddad drank, well you’re partially right. S... Read More
New Spirits To Try 2020 | Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

New Year, New Spirits – What to Try in 2020

Spec’sology Blog, Holidays, Spirits
If you’re looking to raise a glass to something new in 2020, we’ve put together a list of our favorite new spirits to hit the market this year and we’re excited to share. From floral, seasonal gin to flavored vodka infused with Japanese citrus fruit, and an entirely new spirit that’s similar to mescal yet completely different, these five new spirits are more than worthy of your attention. Hendrick’s Midsummer Solstice GinMaster Distiller Lesley Gracie, the woman who created the Hendric... Read More
Creative Uses for Champagne - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Cheers to Champagne

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Entertain, Holidays
Champagne is known as the drink of choice for celebrations of all kinds, but this bubbly beverage is so much more than a special occasion sipper. Champagne can be used in all sorts of dishes from risotto to Jell-O and everything in between! We’ve put together a list of great Champagnes and sparkling wines for the holidays along with some recipe ideas to use with any leftovers you might have. Or if you’re like us, you might just want to buy an extra bottle or two as there’s no such thing as... Read More
Dessert-Inspired Cocktails - Spec's Wines, Spirits, & Finer Foods

Cheers with Dessert: 8 Dessert-Inspired Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes
Everyone knows the holidays are a time of indulgence; and most of us also know they’re a time of notorious overindulgence. No other time of the year is it seen as perfectly normal to have several pie options sitting on your table or to begin considering whipped cream as a condiment. With those delicious thoughts in mind, we’ve decided to help you dive a little deeper into the appetizing abyss of delectable desserts by incorporating alcohol! These dessert-inspired cocktails will either help y... Read More
DIY Alcohol Advent Calendar - Spec's Wines, Spirits, & Finer Foods

Cheers to the Season! DIY Alcohol Advent Calendar

Spec’sology Blog, Gifts, Holidays
It’s hard not to notice Christmas is coming even as early as the beginning of November, so you don’t technically need an Advent calendar to remind you but getting to open a little prize is a joy in and of itself! We know it as a calendar with little chocolates hidden behind paper doors that you get to eat every day until Christmas, but what is Advent and where did the calendar come from?What Is An Advent Calendar?Advent is the period beginning four Sundays before Christmas and ending on Dece... Read More
Eggnog Cocktails - Spec's Wines, Spirits, & Finer Foods

Eggnog Grog: Eggnog Holiday Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Holidays
Few drinks personify the holiday season like eggnog. While it may not be everyone’s favorite, it certainly hits the spot when spiked with alcohol. With so many varieties of eggnog and eggnog cocktails out there, we decided to offer up some of our favorites to help you get through the holidays!Spiced Eggnog CocktailIngredients1 quart eggnog¼ cup Captain Morgan’s 100-proof spiced rum¼ cup Kahlua2 tablespoons Wild Turkey Kentucky bourbon½ teaspoon pure vanilla extractGround cinnamonGround cl... Read More