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Austin Tastings May 20-25

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BRODIE LANE – 4970 W Hwy 29012/24 5/23 Ty Ku Sake 5/24 Dulce Vida Tequila Pura Vida Tequila Silver Evan Williams Bourbon Naked Turtle Rum Western Son Vodka Mighty Swell Rebecca Creek Enchanted Rock Vodka Faustino Cat Tequila Somrus Indian Cream Liqueur Cenote Tequila Naked Turtle Rum Bacardi Rum Western Son Vodka Sauza Hornitos Tequila Tequila Uno Por Favor 5/25 Olmeca Altos Tequila Austin Cocktails Particular Naked Turtle Rum Revolucion Tequila Inifinte Monkey Vineyard Fire Oak Vodka Blac... Read More

Oh my Michelada!

Beer, Bar Mixers, Beer Reviews, Entertain, Spec’sology Blog
“We’ve all experienced the lime and salt additions to a light lager, but how about a michelada? It’s traditionally a mix of beer, hot sauce, lime and salt that makes for a deliciously interesting thirst quencher. Finding your preferred balance of flavors along with your favorite base beer is part of the fun!” I’d like to start by saying that you can, and should, drink your beer however you enjoy it. People have been adding to and mixing in their beers for as long as the liquid has b... Read More

Austin Tastings May 13-18

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BRODIE LANE – 4970 W Hwy 29012/24

5/17
1010 Premium
Faustino
Cat Tequila
Caffe Del Fuego
1921 Tequila
Bird Dog Whiskey
Inifinte Monkey Vineyard
Open Menu
Desert Door Texas Sotol
Ty Ku Sake
Ginja9 E’ Obidos Cherry Liqueur
5/18
Olmeca Altos Tequila
Naked Turtle Rum
Lake Sonoma
Tiziano
Josh Cellars
Mezzacorona
Deleon Tequila
Dripping Springs Vodka & Gin
Inifinte Monkey Vineyard
Rocks Tropical
Enchanted Rock Vodka
The Calling Vineyard
Deleon Tequila
Ty Ku Sake
Zignum Mezcal Tequila

A... Read More

Five Unique Kentucky Derby Drinks

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It’s time to throw on a fancy hat and head to Louisville, for the ultimate in horse racing, the Kentucky Derby! But if you’re not making the annual pilgrimage to the track, you can still have fun at home, hosting your own derby party. Just tell your guests to B.Y.O.H. (bring your own hat) and get your cocktail bar ready for some serious action. Sure, the Mint Julep is the iconic beverage of choice for the Kentucky Derby, but that doesn’t mean you can’t branch out and have a little fu... Read More

Austin Tastings May 6-11

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BRODIE LANE – 4970 W Hwy 29012/24

5/9
Texas SouthWind
5/10
Baileys Irish
Ballotin Bourbon
JOIA Cocktails
Particular Vineyard
Marathon Brewing
5/11
Olmeca Altos Tequila
Heineken Brewery
Ketel One
Puroandes Vineyard
Kaapzicht Vineyard
Bailey’s
Western Son Vodka
Koloa Rum
Revolucion Tequila
Beefeater Gin
PARCE RUM 1
Hendrick’s Gin
Not Your Father’s BOURBON
Crown Royal
Western Son Vodka
Haak Vineyard
Chocovine
Playa Real Tequila:
Frankly Organic Vodka
Soley Liqueur

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An insider guide to your next cider!

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By Zach Dehghanpoor Austin Eastciders Rosé Cider Austin Eastciders Rose Dry Cider When I first tasted Austin Eastciders’ Rosé Cider, I was immediately brought back to being a 5-year-old with my Persian family, eating Faloodeh, a traditional dessert made with thin vermicelli noodles, and a syrup made from sugar and rose water. If you’ve ever eaten baklava and absolutely loved it, then I recommend this cider. Typically, when you think of rosé, your first instinct might be t... Read More

5 Wine Pairings For National Shrimp Scampi Day

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While we’re not entirely sure where all these National fill in the blank Day ideas come from, we certainly can’t hold it against the creators as it gives us a reason to get back on the kitchen and wow some palates! In case you lost your “National Day of” calendar, April 29th is National Shrimp Scampi Day! We can’t think of a better way to spend a day than by indulging in shrimp and garlic. When you’ve got shrimp and garlic on the mind, your next thought should be wine. But which o... Read More

Belgian Strong Golden

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“The Belgian family of strong golden styles is an absolute favorite of mine to share with friends, especially at dinner. Most are light and crisp with a champagne-like effervescence that plays beautifully alongside just about any dish with lighter flavors. This time of year, with our proximity to the Gulf, I especially enjoy this style with fish” – Joey Williams Pairing beer and food is still something very novel to many people, but if you take the approach of pairing flavors, drink... Read More

7 Affordable Spring Wines Under $20

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With spring in full swing, it’s time to freshen up your wine wardrobe with some light and refreshing options. Gone are the winter days where a warm fire and a heavy red are the perfect companions. With spring, you want lighter wines that evoke the warmth of the sun, not a fireplace. From crisp, aromatic white wines to vibrant Rosés, spring is all about tasting fresh, drinking light, and saving money for summer vacation! With that in mind, we’ve gathered up a few of our springtime fav... Read More