Spec’sology Blog

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

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. ... 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. Sweet Delicious Lazzaroni Amaretti Cookies are a great way to tickle her sweet tooth. Lady Walton’s White Chocolate French Va... 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 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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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 b... Read More

An insider guide to your next cider!

Beer, Beer Reviews, Entertain, Pairings
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

Entertain, Pairings, Spec’sology Blog, Wine
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