Spec’sology Blog

Kombucha Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Entertain, Spirits
Kombucha. You’ve probably seen it in stores, and possibly had a friend tell you all about the magical health properties of kombucha. If you haven’t heard about this tonic and are wondering what the rave is about, here’s the 411. What is Kombucha?Kombucha is a fermented, slightly alcoholic (0.5%), lightly effervescent, sweetened black or green tea drink commonly intended as a functional beverage for its claimed health benefits. It’s often flavored with juice or spices to enhance the taste... Read More

How Do You Schnitzel?

Spec’sology Blog, Finer Foods, Pairings
In honor of Oktoberfest starting at the end of the month, and also in honor of the perfect Austria dish, the wiener schnitzel, we’ll be pairing up beers with your bites!But first, some background!What Is Schnitzel?Schnitzel is a cooking method. Pounding a piece of meat to tenderness and then lightly coating it in a flour, egg, and breadcrumb mixture before quickly pan-frying the whole thing is called “schnitzel.” Food historians debate the true origins of the method, but Austrians have cla... Read More

Austin Tastings September 9

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BRODIE LANE – 4970 W Hwy 29012/24

9/12
Dead Zed Red
Buchanan’s
9/13
Ciroc Vodka
Moravia
Devils River Bourbon
Mionetto
Knob Creek Bourbon
Jim Beam
Red Eye Rye
Cenote Blanco Tequila
Nue Vodka
JR Ewing Bourbon
Still Austin Bourbon
9/14
The Goose Vineyard
Seagrams 7
Llano Vineyard
Western Son Vodka
Fire Oak Vodka & Bourbon
Frida Kahlo Tequila
Johnnie Walker
Rebecca Creek
Enchanted Rock Vodka
1010 Premium
Evan Williams Bourbon
Tanqueray Gin
Heineken
Caffe Del Fuego Liqueur

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Labor Dayliciousness: Easy 3-Ingredient Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes
Celebrating Labor Day only requires three ingredients for a good time: Friends, Food, and Fun.So, in keeping with the idea of minimal ingredients, and to keep you from getting stuck behind the bar making complicated cocktails all weekend, we’ve put together a collection of 3-ingredient cocktails guaranteed to keep you and your guests having a great time without wasting all of yours!10 Three-Ingredient Cocktails1. Limoncello LadyIngredients3 oz. Prosecco1 oz. Limoncello2 oz. LemonadeLemon slice... Read More

An insider guide to your next cider for September!

Beer, Beer Reviews, Entertain, Pairings
By Zach DehghanpoorAfter years of enjoying the hops-mania that’s been surging in the beer community, cider is coming in as a real game changer and palette cleanser. Gluten free, dry and sweet, and so, so easy to drink – the cider side of craft and local beer is what Apples to Apples is here to explore!Rekorderlig Strawberry Lime Cider.Rekorderlig Strawberry Lime is a delicate cider; the fruit flavors are so bright and upfront it’s like you are drinking a freshly squeezed cup of juice! The ... Read More

Austin Tastings September 2

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BRODIE LANE – 4970 W Hwy 29012/24

9/5
Belaire Luc
9/6
Basil Hayden Bourbon
Santa Teresa Rum
Ballotin Whiskey
Baileys
9/7
Baileys
Austonian Whiskey
Austonian Texas Bourbon
St. Germain
Martini & Rossi
Ketel One Vodka
Avion Tequila
Smirnoff Vodka
Ghost Hill Texas Bourbon
Waterloo Gin

ARBOR WALK – 10515 N Mopac

9/2
Perfectomundo Tequila
9/5
Belaire Luc
9/6
Not Your Father’s Bourbon
Basil Hayden Bourbon
Ballotin
9/7
Texas SouthWind
Western Son Vodka
Santa TeresaRum
Texas So... Read More

Cheesy Wines: Grilled Cheese & Wine Pairings

Spec’sology Blog, Finer Foods, Pairings, Wine
The simple pleasure of a grilled cheese is one of the most magical joys in life. We all know how the salty, fatty goodness that is melted cheese can make you stop, drop, and drool should you get even a tiny whiff. And we all know wine and cheese are basically the most perfect match ever created, but when was the last time you sat down with a homemade grilled cheese and poured yourself a glass of your favorite wine? There’s just something about the buttery, toasted bread, the rich, melty cheese... Read More

Still Grillin’

Beer, Entertain, Finer Foods, Pairings
“We’re heading into Oktoberfest season and that means great things for your next barbecue. Where we talked about the Helles style being straight forward beer flavored beer, Oktoberfest and other amber styles like it bring toasted malt flavors that make them perfect alongside the things you’re cooking on your grill or in your smoker.”Few beer styles have as storied a past as Oktoberfest does. A perfect retelling of its history can be found here, by Michael Jackson (the beer/scotch writer,... Read More

Austin Tastings August 26

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BRODIE LANE – 4970 W Hwy 29012/24

8/29
Belaire Luc
8/30
Moravia
Baron De ley
Arra Vinyards
Boen
Mancan
Cascade Whiskey
JDCC
Ballotin Whiskey
Inifinte Monkey
Uno Por Favor Tequila
Still Austin
Heritage Bourbon
8/31
Ciroc Vodka
The Goos
USA C
Cape Line Sparkling Cocktails
El Tesoro Tequila
Parce Rum
Jameson Whiskey
Ciroc
Hendrick’s Gin
Cat Tequila
Dulce Vida Tequila
Arra Vinyards
Ron Zacapa Rum
Bushmills Whiskey
1010 Premium
Cat Tequila
Skrewball Whiskey
Blue Chair Rum

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