Drink Recipes

Mint Julep Variations

Mint Julep Recipe Variations

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes
What makes a mint julep so delicious? Just 5 simple ingredients. Well on paper it’s bourbon, water, ice, mint, and sugar. But there’s more to it that makes this legendary libation what it is. You also add a heaping tablespoon of American South swagger, 3 ounces of Kentucky Derby history, and last but not least, a silver cup to serve it in. The mint julep is one of those drinks that’s rooted in tradition. (Over 300 years of it.) But today, we’re giving ‘tradition’ a nice good shove ou... Read More
Kentucky Derby Cocktails

Cocktails to Celebrate the Kentucky Derby – May 5, 2018

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes
We’ve had Queen’s ‘We Are The Champions’ playing on a loop. All. Week. Long. Why do you ask? We’re excited about the Kentucky Derby; a new champion will be crowned this Saturday, May 5th! Referred to as the most prestigious horse race in the world; the derby has been conducted at the most famous racetrack, Churchill Downs, continually since 1875. A crowd of 155,000 roars with jubilation as jockeys from around the world and their thoroughbred steeds emerge victoriously. They are lauded ... Read More
National Amaretto Day

National Amaretto Day – April 19, 2018

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes
April 19th is a ‘nutty’ holiday for sure! It marks the celebration of National Amaretto Day, one of the world’s most popular liqueurs. The word Amaretto literally means “a little bitter” in Italian—and rightly so. This famous Italian concoction is made from bitter almonds, or apricot kernels. The nuts are infused in pure alcohol or brandy, giving the liqueur a distinctively bold almond flavor. To celebrate National Amaretto Day, sip on this savory liqueur at home and mix up one of ou... Read More
St. Patrick's Day Drinks

St. Patrick’s Day Party Drinks

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes
The pubs will be packed and the green beer will flow once again. It’s March 17, that one day of the year when ‘everyone’s Irish’—St. Patrick’s Day! But why contend with crowded elbow-to-elbow pubs when you can host a stellar St. Paddy’s Day party in the comfort of your own home? Everyone knows that Irish beer and whisky are staples on March 17th. Here’s a few of our recommendations: Must-Try’ Irish Beers: Murphy’s Irish Stout, O’Hara’s Irish Wheat, O’Hara’s Celtic Sto... Read More
Movie Cocktails

Celebrate Oscar Night with Movie Themed Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes
Roll out the red carpet! Hollywood’s biggest night is almost here. In honor of the 2018 Oscars, we have some very classy, (and creative) cocktails inspired by a few of the top nominated films. They’re perfect for sipping in style with your friends, while you watch your favorite stars make their celebratory speeches this Oscar Sunday. Lady Bird Cocktail Taking parts from the Jungle Bird cocktail, and the White Lady, this vibrant cocktail should be nominated for “Best in Taste”. Yum! Ingre... Read More
Grown-up gelatin recipes

Classy Adult Gelatin Shots

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes
Why should kids have all the fun? Gelatin snacks can be so much more than the limited palate of strawberry, orange and the like. With these classy and wiggly shot recipes, you’ll wow your party guests with gourmet, gelatin greatness. Be sure to stock up on supplies from your local Spec’s and if you need more recommendations, be sure to ask one of our Spec’sperts in the liquor aisles. Mojito Gelatin Shot Ingredients 1 cup white rum 1 cup water 1 cup sugar 3 envelopes unflavored gelatin ¾ ... Read More
Irish coffee recipes

National Irish Coffee Day

Spec’sology Blog, Coffee, Drink Recipes
Top o’ the morning! Today we celebrate National Irish Coffee Day. This steamy, invigorating cocktail was introduced to Americans in the 1940’s after a group of U.S passengers disembarked a Pan Am flying boat one blustery evening. Joe Sheridan, head chef in the airport bar of Foynes, County Limerick added whisky to the coffee to warm the passengers, stating that it was “Irish Coffee.” But variations of this energizing concoction pre-date the modern version by at least 100 years. Warm the ... Read More
Christmas Cocktails

Christmas Cocktail Recipes

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Holidays
Cocktails and Christmas tend to go hand in hand. Whether it’s a decadent twist on hot cocoa or a sweet and spiced cider cocktail, there are plenty of reasons why you might want to sip a few fancy drinks during the most wonderful time of the year. Perhaps you need to get through an awkward work mixer, or maybe it’s the only way to tolerate a certain in-law. Regardless of your reason this season, these festive Christmas cocktails are sure to keep your spirits high and your Grinch low. Candy Ca... Read More
National Cocoa Day

National Cocoa Day – December 13

Drink Recipes, Spec’sology Blog
Today marks the celebration of #NationalCocoaDay! Hot cocoa is the warm, and velvety holiday drink that you’re never too old for. If you’re craving your winter cocoa fix, we have some perfect hot cocoa cocktail recipes to satiate your sweet tooth. Mix up one of these confectionary concoctions or mix up your own cup of hot cocoa and tag it with #NationalCocoaDay on social media. If you want to experiment with a boozy cocoa cocktail of your own, here are some other delicious hot cocoa brands a... Read More

Hot & Warm Cocktails For Fall

Drink Recipes, Spec’sology Blog
With the cold starting to creep in, it’s time to start unpacking sweaters and stockpiling firewood—and nothing is better than a hot and boozy beverage to warm you from the inside out. Warm adult drinks seem to fall into three different camps: drinks that resemble tea or a hot toddy, drinks that are sweet and creamy, and drinks that are mulled or spiced. This season is the reason we’ve collected 9 surefire recipes for warmth. Hot Honey Lemon with Vodka Ingredients Vodka, to taste ½ cup ho... Read More

Pumpkin Spice and Cocktails So Nice

Drink Recipes, Spec’sology Blog
It’s officially fall and you know what that means – pumpkin spice everything! It’s the same seasonal madness that draws us toward shiny red hearts in February or rocket pops at the Fourth of July: for a few months out of every year, we collectively crave the very particular, very peculiar flavor of pumpkin, wherever we can get it. We tend to lean toward the, generally least intrusive, pumpkin delivery system of a fall cocktail. You’ll see it most often with bourbon or whiskey, or one of ... Read More

National Rum Punch Day

Drink Recipes, Spec’sology Blog
Time flies when you’re having rum! September 20th is National Rum Punch Day. But celebrating solo is no way to honor a holiday like this. So here are a few punch recipes you can mix up into a pitcher and enjoy with your rum-loving pals. For more rummy recommendations, ask the Specs-perts at your local Spec’s store. ‘Make A Mango Crazy’ Punch (Pitcher) Ingredients 16 oz Bacardi Rum, Light 8 oz orange juice 8 oz mango nectar 4 oz pineapple 80 mint leaves, torn or thinly sliced 8 pineapple... Read More