ShRee Gossen

October is upon us and that means it is officially Texas Wine Month! From Cabernet to Chardonnay, let’s take a moment to stop and appreciate all the varieties Texas has to offer. Did you know that there are eight different federally approved wine-growing areas in Texas stretching as far north as Denison and as far west as El Paso? Take a look at some of these Texas wineries to help you decide what to fill your glass with before you raise it in the air this October. Alamosa – Bend, Texas Ala... Read More

Happy National Vodka Day! We’ll take any excuse to celebrate this colorless and versatile libation. Did you know that vodka makes up nearly 25% of all spirits sold in North America? That makes it the most popular spirit sold, even surpassing America’s favorite, bourbon. But despite its popularity, vodka is also one of the most misunderstood drinks out there. So to celebrate National Vodka Day, let’s bust some of the top myths about this popular spirit. 1. Vodka is made from potatoes only. ... Read More

Tomorrow is National Drink Beer Day—a day to raise your glass, mug, bottle or can and celebrate your favorite beers. If you’re not really a beer drinker, step outside your comfort zone today and indulge in the ancient tradition of sipping a refreshing, brew. With so many new craft breweries and Spec’s selection of hundreds of craft beers, you are sure to be delightfully surprised by what you find. Here are some top picks for Oktoberfest and fall-style beers. And you can always ask a Specâ€... Read More

Ingredients 1 bottle of amber beer 1 oz yellow Chartreuse 3 oz pineapple juice Pineapple slice for garnish Preparation Pour the pineapple juice and Chartreuse in a glass and chill. Gently stir in Continue reading Pineapple Punch

Cider, once America’s drink of choice, is making a major comeback, cropping up in bars and stores all over the U.S. It is no longer seen as a girly alternative to beer, but rather as a refreshing stand-alone that can hold its own at the dinner table or the grill. In fact, hard cider is becoming the next big thing alongside craft beer. Its reputation for being all natural and gluten-free has made it an alluring option for the health-conscious. Find out more about cider below! Cider has a wide ... Read More

Ingredients 12 oz blonde beer 1 tbsp sugar 1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice Lemon wedge for garnish Preparation Combine the lemon juice and sugar the grenadine into a pint glass, drop in the Continue reading Lemon Ale

As another full day of watching football approaches, here’s a list of delicious drinks that will take your game day party to the next level no matter what kickoff time. Keep it light early in the day, sticking to light beers or brunch cocktails. With a full day of football ahead, it’s important to pace yourself and stay hydrated. Kickoff – before noon Brewed Mary The best of two worlds emerge for a delicious brunch-time cocktail that replaces liquor with beer. Pour your brew of choice (1... Read More

Ingredients 2 oz vodka 4 oz ginger beer 2 tbsp lime juice Lime wedge for garnish Preparation Pour the vodka and lime juice into a copper mug filled with ice. Stir in the Continue reading Moscow Mule

You might not like eating your veggies, but you will enjoy drinking them in a cocktail! Don’t believe it? Try these delicious drinks to find out! Bells & Peppers 3 oz vodka 1½ oz Chartreuse 3 oz grapefruit juice ½ oz lemon juice 4 rings of bell pepper (color of your choice) 2 tsp of fresh mint Muddle the rings of bell pepper and mint in the bottom of your cocktail shaker. Add the grapefruit and lemon juice, vodka and Chartreuse and shake to blend. Strain into a chilled martini glass... Read More

Ingredients 1 bottle of light beer 3 tbsp grenadine 2 maraschino cherries Preparation Pour the grenadine into a pint glass, drop in the cherries and add your Continue reading Cherry Beer