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Macarons and Wine: Sweet Pairing Tips

Entertain, Finer Foods, Pairings, Spec’sology Blog, Wine
As far as meringue-based sweets go, the macaron stands out as a triumph of culinary achievement. Not to be confused with the similarly spelled macaroon, a coconut-based cookie, the macaron is made with egg white, icing sugar, granulated sugar, almond powder, and food coloring. It’s typically presented as a sandwich cookie with a buttercream, jam, or ganache filling. Macarons are available in a variety of flavors. These light in weight, but heavy in sugar, cookies pair wonderfully with wine. Th... Read More

Best Bourbons For Mint Juleps

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Choosing the proper bourbon can make or break your mint julep cocktail. So, which bourbon should you use? Well, the most important answer is whatever tastes good to you, but if you’re looking for a little more direction, we’ve got you covered.Origin of BourbonBourbon is the All-American spirit. Whiskey may be made everywhere but in 1964, Congress declared bourbon “America’s Native Spirit.” That means to be called bourbon, it must be made in the U.S., have a mash bill that i... Read More

Austin Tastings June 3-8

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BRODIE LANE – 4970 W Hwy 29012/24

6/6
Deleon Tequila
6/7
Texas Southwind
Bayou Rum
Basil Hayden Bourbon
Ballotin Original
Deleon Tequila
Bacardi Rum
1010 Premium Drinks
6/8
Deleon Tequila
Duke Bourbon
Ketel One Vodka
QUI Platinum
Glenmorangie
Fire Oak Vodka
Fire Oak Texas Bourbon
Frida Kahlo Tequila

ARBOR WALK – 10515 N Mopac

6/7
Western Son Vodka
Basil Hayden Bourbon
DeLeon Tequila
TEQUILA TORO DE LIDIA
6/8
Bailey’s Almande
Bird Dog Whiskey
Duke Bourbon
Ballotin Whiskey
G... Read More

Mouthwatering Memorial Day Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Spirits
It’s time to fire up the grill and break out the floaties! Even though you likely don’t need floaties anymore, they’re still a sign of fun times for the kids and therefore, you! So, let’s try rephrasing – it’s time to fire up the grill and dust off the bathing suit! Memorial Day is here to announce the unofficial start of summer! Along with hotter, longer days comes a reprieve from the dark and heavy drinks of winter and the beginning of fresh, fruity, and delicious cocktails... Read More

Six Great American Wines

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Americans have been appreciating fine wines from all over the world for decades, but what about wines made right here in the good old USA? American viticulturists have been hard at work crafting world-class wines, and winning awards around the world over the years. With wine typically recognized as a European and South American endeavor, it’s no wonder they haven’t been getting as much consumer attention. We aim to fix that with a list of America’s top wines for 2019 from around the countr... Read More

Austin Tastings May 27

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BRODIE LANE – 4970 W Hwy 29012/24

5/30
Chateau de Berne Vineyard
Stolichnaya Vodka
5/31
Ruth Ranch Vineyard
Caffe Del Fuego
GARRISON BROTHERS BOURBON
Coleto Creek Rye Whiskey
Tiziano Vineyard
Cat Tequila
Viticcio Ferraio Vineyard
Casareyna Vineyard
Lindemans Lager
GEM&BOLT Tequila
6/1
Deleon Tequila
Casareyna Vineyard
Deleon Tequila

ARBOR WALK – 10515 N Mopac

5/30
Chateau de Berne Rose
5/31
Sugarlands
DrunkenBerry Cocktail
Oban 1
Haak Vineyard
Coleto Creek Rye Whiskey
Ruth R... Read More

Recipes To Shake Up Your Cocktail Game

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Everyone likes getting a little fancy now and then, be it an event you get dressed to the nines for or just a fancy dinner out. Other times you just want a taste of the good life without all the accruements. Enter fancy cocktails!  The perfect way to upgrade your evening without having to upgrade your wardrobe. So, the next time you’re feeling fancy, just grab your cocktail shaker, invite some friends over, and prepare to dazzle and delight your taste buds with an evening of extravagance.... Read More

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
Bla... 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 been ... Read More