Drink Recipes

Go Wild For Watermelon! Seasonal Watermelon Drinks

Drink Recipes, Spirits
June is watermelon season, and what better way to cool off than with a juicy cocktail? Watermelon works wonders with a wide range of liquors – all available at Spec’s! Here’s a list of libations that showcase watermelon and celebrate summer! Pink and Gold (serves 4) 5 cups diced watermelon, divided into 1-cup portions 6 oz gin, divided into 1 ½ oz portions 8 tbsp lime juice (2 tbsp per cocktail) 1 1/3 cup ginger ale lime wedges for garnish Freeze 1 cup watermelon for garnish. Purée the ... Read More

Stay in Season at Spec’s! Perfect Pineapple Drinks

Drink Recipes, Spirits
Spring is sneaking up, and Spec’s is ready with everything you need to find a new spring beverage! Pineapples have just come into season, so here are a couple of recipes for luscious libations that’ll make your March! Bright, fresh herbs like basil and mint balance out the sweetness of the pineapple nicely. Pineapple Basil Cocktail 3 basil leaves, rolled and sliced into strips ¼ lime ¼ cup pineapple juice 1 ½ oz gin club soda ice Muddle basil and lime in the bottom of a highball glass... Read More

Pack a Punch! Perfect Punches for New Year’s Cheers!

Drink Recipes, Holidays, Spirits
New Year’s Night is nigh, and Spec’s is stoked to help you host! We’re fully stocked with all manner of merriment, from party trays to barware, and our experts are eager to assist you in perfecting your party plan. One low-key way to keep glasses raised is to make a punch your celebratory centerpiece. These historical bowlfuls may have a bad rep for soggy fruit and melted sherbet, but the recent interest in craft cocktails has led to the delicious rediscovery of punches for all occasions. ... Read More