The beauty of a gin & tonic is its simplicity. The classic gin and tonic cocktail was introduced to the world in the 18th century by the army of the British East India Company in India, almost by accident, as they added gin to their daily intake of quinine-based tonic…
When most of the United States thinks of fall, their mind conjures bright images of crunchy, colorful leaves, cozy sweaters and cinnamon scented candles. That’s not quite the same for us here in the south. This is Texas; the idea of a picturesque fall where the weather stays below a…
In celebration of National Punch Day, we bring you four of our favorite big batch, spirited punch recipes. The best part of mixing a cocktail in a large bowl, or pitcher, is the convenience of not having to rush back and forth from the bar to your guests. These easy…
Avast ye skalliwags! We’re celebratin’ Talk Like a Pirate Day here at Spec’s. And excuse the shorter than usual blog post, because it’s mighty difficult to type whilst wearin’ a hook on yer hand. (And me parrot keeps tryin’ to fly off with me mouse.) To celebrate Talk Like a…
The Boozy Buccaneer Sail away from summer with this pirate themed cocktail! Ingredients: 1 oz Rum 1.5 oz Pineapple Juice 1 oz Coconut Cream .5 oz Lime Juice Directions: Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake, serve and enjoy!
A Sporty Shandy Spec'sology gears up for football season! Ingredients: Half Lemonade Half of your Favorite Light Beer Directions: Add ice and lemonade. Top with Beer. Down, Set, Enjoy!
Repo and Coco Spec'sology celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month! Ingredients: 1.5oz Reposado Tequila 2.5oz Coconut Water Sparkling Water Twang-a-Rita Rimming Salt Lime Wedge Directions: Rim Glass. Add ice, tequila and coconut water. Top with Sparkling Water. Garnish and enjoy!
August 16th marks National Rum Day! So get ready to prop your leg up on a stool like Captain Morgan himself—and raise a glass to the third most popular spirit in the U.S. We’re going to help you celebrate #NationalRumDay by covering a few very easy to make rum cocktails.…
Nothing says summer like fruit based ice cream. So in honor of Peach Ice Cream Day, we bring you a collection of peach ice cream inspired cocktail recipes. Be sure to stock up on supplies at your local Spec’s, then get ready to make one of the dreamiest, creamiest summer…
You know em’, you love em’, there’s even a famous oldies song about them. (It involves being “caught in the rain”.) Today we’re going to get into Piña Colada variations. You don’t need a plane ticket to go on a tropical vacation, all you need is to mix up any…
It’s time to get out the cake and load it up with 242 birthday candles because we’re celebrating America this month! That’s right, the United States is turning 242 years old this month and we’re gonna help you rock it’s socks off with some awesome drink recipes that would have…
Summer is unofficially party season! So make sure you’re well prepared. Nothing puts the bummer in your summer, faster than a party without enough drinks to go ‘round. Ensure your soiree is ‘party-foul’ proof, by whipping up one of these big batch summer cocktails. Do this, and you’ll never run…
