Spec’sology Blog

Newbies But Goodies

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We all have our go-to labels when we’re picking our poison. We’ve found a brand we like, or are just plain familiar with, and it becomes our proverbial formula from which we don’t want to stray. And for an easy in-and-out trip to Spec’s, that makes sense! But every now and then, it can be a lot of fun to mix it up when you’re mixing your drinks. Finding a new favorite might come in the form of your regular watering hole being out of your typical pick so you try something new, by the su... Read More

Lubbock Tastings June 25-30

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Taste some good stuff this month and HOP by the Lubbock store for our in-store samplings. 6816 Slide Road 6/28 -Saint Arnold Brewery 6/29 -Rebecca Creek Whiskey, Enchanted Rock Vodka, Cypress Cove Whiskey 6/29 -TX Blended Whiskey 6/30 -Beso Del Sol Sangria 6/30 -Texas SouthWind Wines

San Antonio Tastings June 25-30

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Taste some good stuff this week and HOP by these San Antonio area locations for our in-store samplings. LIVE OAK – 14623 IH 35 N 6/28 – Johnnie Walker 6/28 – Texas SouthWind Wines 6/28 – Rebecca Creek Whiskey, Enchanted Rock Vodka, Cypress Cove Whiskey 6/28 – Revolver Brewery 6/28 – Texas SouthWind Wines 6/29 – Chi Chi’s Cocktail 6/29 – Ketel One Vodka 6/29 – Bacardi Rum 6/29 – Shiner Brewery 6/29 – Oak & Eden Bourbon 6/29 ̵... Read More
Boozy Ice Cream Sodas

Celebrate Ice Cream Soda Day With These Boozy Recipes

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes
Rewind several decades to the 1950’s. Chuck Berry plays on the jukebox in the little soda shop down the street, while dozens of teens in poodle skirts and slicked back hair line-up to savor one of the most iconic summer beverages of all time—the ice cream float! The times have evolved, and with them, so has the ice-cream float. How do you make the combination of soda and ice cream even better? Add high-quality spirits and craft beer to the mix. Here are some of our favorite boozy ice cream s... Read More

San Antonio Tastings June 18-23

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Taste some good stuff this week and HOP by these San Antonio area locations for our in-store samplings. LIVE OAK – 14623 IH 35 N 6/21 – Malibu Beer 6/22 – Naked Turtle Rum 6/22 – Western Son Vodka 6/22 – Chi Chiâ’s Cocktail Margarita 6/22 – Codigo 1530 Tequila 6/22 – Cruzan Rum 6/22 – Naked Turtle Rum 6/22 – Western Son Vodka 6/23 – Moonshine Ridge 6/23 – Bacardi Rum 6/23 – Barossa & Oyster Bay Vineyard 6/23 – Ciroc... Read More

Lubbock Tastings June 18-23

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Taste some good stuff this month and HOP by the Lubbock store for our in-store samplings. 6816 Slide Road 6/22 – Texas SouthWind Wines 6/22 – SOUTHERN COMFORT 6/22 – VICTORY Brewery 6/23 – Corona Brewery 6/23 – Oskar Brewery

San Antonio Tastings June 11-16

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Taste some good stuff this week and HOP by these San Antonio area locations for our in-store samplings. LIVE OAK – 14623 IH 35 N 6/14 – BRUICHLADDICH 6/15 – 30-30 Tequila 6/15 – Conundrum Vineyard 6/15 – Moletto Vineyard 6/15 – Western Son Vodka 6/15 – 30-30 Tequila 6/15 – Altstadt Brewery 6/15 – Crown Royal 6/15 – Dewar’s 6/15 – Fireball Whiskey 6/15 – Menage A Trois Vineyard 6/15 – Moosehead Brewery 6/15 – Uno Po... Read More

Lubbock Tastings June 11-16

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Taste some good stuff this month and HOP by the Lubbock store for our in-store samplings. 6816 Slide Road 6/14 – Santa Fe Brewery 6/16 – Underwood Vineyard 6/16 – Number Juan Tequila 6/16 – SOUTHERN COMFORT 6/16 – Landon Winery

San Antonio Tastings June 4-9

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Taste some good stuff this week and HOP by these San Antonio area locations for our in-store samplings. LIVE OAK – 14623 IH 35 N 6/8 – Fire Oak Vodka & Bourbon 6/8 – Black Feather Whiskey 6/8 – Devils River Bourbon 6/8 – Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey 6/8 – Malibu Rum 6/9 – Ca’Momi Vineyard 6/9 – Joel Gott Vineyard 6/9 – Barossa & Oyster Bay Vineyard 6/9 – Bushmills Irish Whiskey 6/9 – Western Son Vodka 6/9 – Sugarlands Moo... Read More

Lubbock Tastings June 4-9

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Taste some good stuff this month and HOP by the Lubbock store for our in-store samplings. 6816 Slide Road 6/8 – Ben Milam Bourbon 6/8 – Black Feather Whiskey 6/9 – Landon Winery 6/9 – Malibu Rum
Mint Julep Variations

Mint Julep Recipe Variations

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes
What makes a mint julep so delicious? Just 5 simple ingredients. Well on paper it’s bourbon, water, ice, mint, and sugar. But there’s more to it that makes this legendary libation what it is. You also add a heaping tablespoon of American South swagger, 3 ounces of Kentucky Derby history, and last but not least, a silver cup to serve it in. The mint julep is one of those drinks that’s rooted in tradition. (Over 300 years of it.) But today, we’re giving ‘tradition’ a nice good shove ou... Read More

San Antonio Tastings May 28-June 2

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Taste some good stuff this week and HOP by these San Antonio area locations for our in-store samplings. LIVE OAK – 14623 IH 35 N 5/30 – SOUTHERN COMFORT 6/2 – Dr McGillicuddy Whiskey 6/2 – Amstel SA SUPERSTORE– 5219 De Zavala Road 6/1 – Western Son Vodka 6/1 – Dr McGillicuddy Whiskey 6/1 – Fireball Whiskey, Rich & Rare 6/1 – Western Son Vodka 6/2 – Amstel Xlight 6/2 – Western Son Vodka CREEKSIDE NEW BRAUNFELS – 263 Creekside Cross... Read More