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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 ARBO... Read More

5 Mother’s Day Brunch Wine Pairings

Spec’sology Blog, Pairings, Wine
While you don’t need an excuse to celebrate mom, Mother’s Day is a great reason to host brunch and lavish well-deserved praise upon your mom. As we all know, brunch is the perfect reason to raise a glass before noon. Sure, you could serve up a regular old mimosa, but is that really worthy of the woman who spent hours in labor and then years raising you? We didn’t think so either, and that’s why we’ve put together a list of fabulous wines that pair wonderfully with mom’s love. 1. La C... Read More

The Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Spec’sology Blog, Cheese, Deli, Finer Foods, Gifts, Wine
If you aren’t sure if the old saying, “Mother knows best,” is true, then a quick trip to Spec’s will certainly solidify it as fact. Spec’s has aisles and aisles of mom’s favorites as well as accessories and gift baskets that’ll have her changing your name to Favorite. Below you’ll find a great little gift guide to show mom how much you care.SweetDelicious Lazzaroni Amaretti Cookies are a great way to tickle her sweet tooth.Lady Walton’s White Chocolate French Vanilla Cookies ar... Read More

Five Unique Kentucky Derby Drinks

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Entertain, Spirits
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 fun wi... 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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Cinco de Mayo Cocktails and Food Pairings

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Pairings, Spirits
Everybody has margaritas on the mind this week as Cinco de Mayo is finally here! If you’re throwing a party you’ve probably got more than margaritas on your mind like food and drinks, besides margaritas, that pair with that food. Well, no need to worry your pretty little cabeza about it because we’re here to help! We’ve put together a list of common Mexican dishes and the beverages you should pair them with. This way you can stop stressing about hosting the perfect party and go back to h... Read More

An insider guide to your next cider!

Beer, Beer Reviews, Entertain, Pairings
By Zach DehghanpoorAustin Eastciders Rosé CiderAustin Eastciders Rose Dry CiderWhen 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 to expect actual ... 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 one g... Read More

Belgian Strong Golden

Beer, Entertain, Pairings
“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 WilliamsPairing beer and food is still something very novel to many people, but if you take the approach of pairing flavors, drinkable or ... 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 favorites t... Read More