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Rosemary Gin Fizz

Ingredients 1/4 cup gin 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 tbsp rosemary syrup* 2 cups water 1/2 cup sugar 4 rosemary sprigs Splash of club soda Rosemary sprig for garnish Preparation Stir the gin, lemon juice and syrup in a glass. Fill it halfway with ice and Continue reading Rosemary Gin Fizz

Chill Out With These Summertime Blues!

Imagine you’re laying out by the pool, soaking up the sun and sipping an ice cold drink. Now picture that drink is a delicious, electric blue cocktail. Why not take a break from your favorite beer, wine or mixed drink and try a new blue treat? A popular liqueur to make these bold-colored cocktails is Blue Curacao. It is flavored with the dried peel of a citrus fruit grown on the island of Curacao in the Caribbean. Its orange-like flavor makes it perfect to pair with rum or vodka and your favor... Read More

Scotchy, Scotch, Scotch: National Scotch Day!

There’s always a reason to celebrate! Move over National Tequila Day, tomorrow is dedicated to Scotland’s signature spirit – Scotch! Its rich history, traditions and complex characteristics have made it one of the most revered liquors in the world. Sip it straight, add a splash of water or mix it with amaretto, and celebrate this centuries-old liquor on National Scotch Day (and this year, it falls on a Saturday)! Scotch Rewind The first documented reference of Scotch is in the Exchequer Ro... Read More

Celebrate National Tequila Day!

Tomorrow is National Tequila Day, a holiday dedicated to celebrating this great spirit in its many forms. Whether your drink of choice is a margarita, a tequila sunrise or a shot (with a lime and salt, of course), raise your glass and make a toast to the liquor that made them all possible! To help you celebrate, here are a few recipes that put a slight twist on classic tequila cocktails. But first, brush up on some tequila trivia and see why this popular liquid truly deserves its own day. Tequi... Read More

Best of Both Worlds: Wine Cocktails!

In the summer, there are evenings that all you want to do is relax on the patio, read a book and have a glass of wine. Then there are occasions, like a pool party or dinner with friends, that a tasty cocktail would be the perfect treat. But what about the times you really want both, but can’t decide? Solution: make a wine cocktail! Spec’s has Texas’ largest selection of wines, and hard-to-find spirits, so you can prepare a delicious drink that has the best of both worlds. Here are some re... Read More

Summer Heat, Meet Your Match: Hydrating Cocktails!

Summer is in full swing, which means pool parties, backyard BBQs with the neighbors and time to treat yourself to delicious, icy cold cocktails. But with the 100-degree temperatures, it’s important to stay hydrated while soaking up the sun. Here are some recipes for tasty cocktails with more nourishing ingredients to help keep you, and your guests, cool and refreshed. For example, coconut water provides electrolytes, beet juice improves blood flow to increase energy, green tea slows the rise ... Read More

Craft Brews For BBQs!

Craft beer and BBQ go together like wine and cheese, gin and tonic, or chips and salsa. And summer is the perfect time for both! Before you throw your next backyard bash, stop by Spec’s and choose from Texas’ largest selection of craft beers, including these tasty brews that will go perfectly with whatever BBQ is on the menu. Deschutes Black Butte Porter This beer is balanced to the point of perfection. The dark chocolate, coffee and roasted malt flavors are complimented by hints of floral a... Read More
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Kicking Back With Kiwi! Seasonal Kiwi Drinks

July is kiwi season, and Spec’s has all the best mixers to quench your thirst for the small, sweet fruit. A couple of these recipes even include the seeds for an added dimension to your kiwi drink! Piki Sparker 1 oz peach liqueur ¼ oz freshly squeezed lime juice 1 medium kiwi, peeled and cut into large chunks 1 ½ oz vodka 1 ½ oz dry sparkling wine Muddle the peach liqueur, lime juice, and kiwi in a cocktail shaker. Add the vodka and ice to the shaker, shake until blended. Strain into a rock... Read More

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Ingredients 1 1/2 cup of vodka 1 1/2 cup of ice 1/2 cup frozen raspberries 1/2 cup frozen blueberries 1/2 cup frozen white peaches Preparation Puree 1/2 cup of ice and 1/2 cup of vodka with Continue reading Star-Spangled Banner