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Ginger Belle

Ingredients 2 oz gin 1/2 oz lemon juice 1/2 oz simple syrup 3 slices green bell pepper Splash of ginger beer Preparation Muddle 2 bell pepper slices and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker. Add gin and simple syrup, then fill with Continue reading Ginger Belle

Sip Into Summer! Late Spring Wine Suggestions

Spring is just about to spin into summer, and Spec’s has several suggestions for seasonal wines that’ll provide perfect toasts to the transition! Here are some great new suggestions from the experts at Spec’s that’ll keep you – and your wallet – chilled out! For a sophisticated sparkler, try the Domain de Cabasse Rose Marie Antoinette. This light, elegant wine with fruity, floral notes is a favorite of the Spec’s experts. It’s a great value and somewhat rare, with only 3500 cases... Read More

Cucumber Calling

Ingredients 1 1/2 oz vodka 3/4 oz lemon juice 1 oz simple syrup 1 drop green hot sauce 1 cilantro sprig 4 cucumber slices Preparation Muddle 3 cucumber slices with lemon juice and simple syrup in a Continue reading Cucumber Calling

Cheers to Cherries! Seasonal Cherry Cocktails

Cherries are just coming into season, and Spec’s has a full range of liquors and mixers that’ll showcase the sweet-tart character of cherry flavors perfectly. Here are a few recipes that use the juicy fruit as a primary component for a cocktail that celebrates cherries right! Cherry Cocoloco 2 oz tart cherry juice 4 oz coconut water 2 oz club soda 1 1/2 oz vodka Combine the cherry juice, coconut water, and vodka in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake until blended, then strain into a ta... Read More

Bruschettini

Ingredients 2 oz gin 1/2 oz créme de framboise 1/2 oz lemon juice 1/4 oz simple syrup 3 cherry tomatoes 3 basil leaves Preparation Muddle 2 basil leaves and cherry tomatoes in a Continue reading Bruschettini

Melon-rita

Ingredients 1 1/2 oz silver tequila 1 oz melon liqueur 1 oz fresh lime juice Lime wheel for garnish Preparation Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake well. Strain Continue reading Melon-rita

Mint Tart

Ingredients 2 oz rum 1 grapefruit 10 mint leaves 2 tsp agave nectar 1 tbsp lime juice 1 oz grapefruit juice Splash of sparkling water Preparation Muddle 4 grapefruit segments, mint, agave Continue reading Mint Tart

Mother’s Day Bouquet! Wines For Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is May 12th, so why not give her a different type of bouquet? Spec’s has several types of wines with floral aromas and festive colors sure to show Mom your appreciation! Of course, Spec’s recommends roses for Mother’s Day: rosé wines, that is! The Spec’s wine staff likes the Graham Beck Brut Rosé, an elegant South African wine that is also an astounding value. This fresh, dry rosé has flavors of strawberries and a subtle breadiness. ($15.99 cash/debit) If Mom also cares... Read More

Mighty May Beers! Picks For Early Summer Sips

Summer sun means summer beers at Spec’s! High Texas temperatures call for refreshing beers that won’t wilt in the heat. Here’s Spec’s picks for brews to start the summer off right! Saint Arnold Summer Pils This lager from the Houston brewery is delicate, crisp and refreshing, with a sweet malt base and overtones of hops. Great with strong, meaty flavors like Mexican cuisine, pizza, and lamb. Abita Strawberry Harvest This crisp lager gets surprising flavors from real Louisiana strawberry... Read More

Elderflower Julep

Ingredients 2 oz bourbon 1 1/2 elderflower liqueur 1 oz lemon juice 1/2 oz agave nectar 10 mint leaves Preparation Muddle mint and lemon juice in a tall glass, then add agave nectar and Continue reading Elderflower Julep

Red Lantern

Ingredients 1 1/2 oz reposado tequila 1 oz cranberry juice 1 oz lime juice 1/2 oz simple syrup 1 splash ginger ale Lime wedge for garnish Preparation Place all ingredients except for the ginger ale in a Continue reading Red Lantern

Very Berry Fizz

Ingredients 1 1/2 oz raspberry vodka 1 oz cranberry juice 1/2 lime, halved 1/2 oz soda water Preparation Muddle the lime and vodka in a cocktail shaker, then add ice and cranberry Continue reading Very Berry Fizz