ShRee Gossen

Deep Eddy Vodka is one of the fastest growing distilleries in the country, and it calls Austin, Texas home. Recently, Deep Eddy rolled out its newest flavor of vodka, Deep Eddy Cran. As with all of Deep Eddy’s vodkas, Cran is gluten-free and made in small batches. Unlike many flavored spirits, Deep Eddy Cran is free of any artificial flavors or high-fructose corn syrup making it a delicious, natural way to add a little flavor to your favorite cocktails. Launched in 2010, Deep Eddy is now avail... Read More

Ingredients 3 1/2 oz sparkling wine 1/2 oz strawberry liqueur 1 oz pineapple juice Strawberry for garnish Preparation Pour all ingredients into your glass and garnish with a Continue reading Je T’aime

Ingredients 2 oz vodka 1 oz pomegranate liqueur 1 oz pink grapefruit juice Cherry for garnish Preparation Pour ingredients into an ice-filled cocktail shaker and shake well. Strain into your Continue reading Sealed With a Kiss

Today marks the start of the XXII Winter Olympic Games, but you don’t have to fly to Sochi to celebrate with the rest of the world. We’ve put together some delicious Olympics-themed cocktails that’ll have you ready for every last triple axel, slalom and medals ceremony. White Sochi 1 ½ oz vodka ¾ oz coffee liqueur ¾ oz cream Pour the ingredients into a highball glass filled with ice. Stir well. Martin-ski 2 oz vodka 2 oz gin ½ oz white chocolate liqueur Add all the ingredients to an ic... Read More

Know the old wives’ tale that says to treat a cold with a warm shot of whiskey? Well, we don’t know if that works, but we do know we like the way those wives think! So if you’re feeling a little under the weather, try throwing it back 19th century style with one of these recipes.* *Remedies, comments and opinions provided on Spec’sology are general information, and are not intended to substitute for informed medical, psychiatric, psychological, tax, legal, investment, accounting, constru... Read More

The big game is just days away and Spec’s has everything you need to make sure your Super Bowl party is a big W. With our huge selection of specialty beers, hard-to-find spirits and gourmet goods, Spec’s is your one-stop shop to gear up for kick-off! Instead of spending valuable time prepping your game day grub, try some of these delicious highlights from our catering playbook or click here for the full menu. Tex-Mex Dip A great way to kick off the game, this is a Texas-sized version of ... Read More

Ingredients 1 oz añejo tequila 12 oz beer 1 oz orange liqueur 1 oz lime juice 1 tbsp sugar Lime wedge for garnish Preparation Pour the beer into your Continue reading Beergarita

While pears are available in the supermarket year-round, varieties like Anjou and Comice pears are at their ripest during the fall and winter months. Take advantage of this sweet winter treat by mixing it up with some of our favorite classic cocktails. No matter what kind of pear you choose, these recipes are sure to be pear-fect! Pear Collins 1 ½ oz gin 1 ½ oz pear nectar ¾ oz simple syrup ¾ oz lemon juice Dry sparkling wine to top off 1 spring of rosemary for garnish Combine pear nectar, s... Read More

Ingredients 2 cups cognac 1 bottle extra dry sparkling wine 64 oz cranberry juice cocktail 1 can frozen orange juice 1 can frozen pink lemonade Preparation Combine ingredients in a Continue reading Tropical Tango

Today is National Beer Can Appreciation Day, and to celebrate, we’re taking a look at the history of the beer can. Let’s see where this popular container got its start. In 1935, Gottfried Krueger Brewing Co. packaged and sold its Special Beer in the first-ever beer can. The can was known as a flat top can, which required a church-key opener to punch a hole in the top in order to drink the beer. While the Krueger plant closed its doors in 1961, it started a legacy of production that was soon ... Read More

Ingredients 1/2 bottle amber ale 1 oz bourbon 3/4 tsp sugar Dash of bitters Orange slice and cherry for garnish Preparation Add bourbon, sugar and Continue reading Old-fashioned Amber

Ingredients 6 bottles pilsner 1 can frozen limeade 1 lime Preparation Pour beer into a large pitcher and stir in frozen limeade. Squeeze half of the Continue reading Limeade Punch