Finer Things

Last Minute Gift Ideas!

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but it can be hectic! If you’re scrambling to find last minute gift ideas that will impress without breaking the bank, we have a guide to help. Zonin Prosecco Well-balanced and appealing, it makes an excellent aperitif and can also be served throughout any meal. Turin Liqueur Chocolates These world-class, premium chocolates offer a unique and luscious experience that will satisfy even the most sophisticated palate. 99 West Pinot Noir Cinnamon, clove,... Read More

Cheers to the New Year!

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Let the countdown begin! 2013 is coming to a close and it’s time to raise our glasses to the start of a new year! To help ring in 2014 why not take the bubbly up a notch and give one of these Champagne cocktails a try? Have your own favorite New Years drink? Share it with us in the comments! Bellini 4 oz Champagne or sparkling wine 2 oz peach juice Pour the peach juice into a champagne flute. Slowly add champagne and serve. Black Velvet 4 oz Champagne or sparkling wine 4 oz chilled stout Pour ... Read More

Treat Yourself: Delicious Dessert Cocktails!

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Lose the fork and pop the cork, it’s dessert time! Using infused liquors, creamy mixers and sweets to top them off, these recipes transform classic desserts into delicious drinks. The best part? There is no cooking involved, they are easy to make and are sure to impress the guests at your next dinner party. Red & White Delight 2 oz strawberry flavored vodka 3 dashes white crème de menthe 2 1/2 oz cranberry juice Candy cane for garnish Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with i... Read More

Summer Seasonals! Saison and Session Beers

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Summer is the season for both saison and session beers, and Spec’s has plenty of both! A saison beer (also known as “farmhouse-style”) is a pale ale that originated in Belgium for farm workers to drink in the summer. As craft brewing has taken off, several interpretations of this style have developed, but it is always light, with grassy, “funky” flavors and the hoppiness of pale ale. “Session” is the term for a lower-alcohol beer with a balanced flavor and clean finish that can be ... Read More