Spec’sology Blog

San Antonio Tastings April 2 – 7

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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 4/4 – Taste, Savor & Save : Candoni, Yalumba, Marchesi, Ca’Momi, Ca’Bolani, Bench, TX Hills & More! 4/6 – Altstadt Beer, John Drew Brands, Sugarlands Moonshine 4/7 – Abandonado Tequila, Barossa Wine, Western Son Vodka, Stolen Whiskey & Rum SA SUPERSTORE– 5219 De Zavala Road 4/4 – Sauvignon Blanc Wine Class : Momo, The N... Read More

Lubbock Tastings April

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Taste some good stuff this month and HOP by the Lubbock store for our in-store samplings.   6816 Slide Road 4/6 – Cupcake Wine 4/7 – Malibu Beer 4/20 – Shiner Beer, Dogfish Head Beer, Prairie Vodka & Gin 4/21 – Blk Eye Vodka, Malibu Beer
Wine Lingo

Basic Wine Lingo: Talk Like a Sommelier

Spec’sology Blog, Wine
Wine stewards and connoisseurs have their own unique vocabulary—which can often sound like spy code to the outsider. Not to worry! Here’s a glossary of the most commonly used wine terms. Brush up on these, and you’ll be able to rub elbows with the pros at your next tasting session or impress your dinner date. Wine Terms Glossary Acidity — the liveliness and crispness of wine, often stimulating your salivary glands Aeration — the addition of oxygen to round out and soften a wine App... Read More
Hill Country Wineries

10 Hill Country Wineries and Tasting Rooms

Spec’sology Blog, Wine
Hill Country Wineries make us proud to be a Texan. You can find some great ones scattered all across the region, from far north of San Antonio, to east of Lampasas. Most offer very informative tours throughout their scenic vineyards. But what really puts the icing on the cake, are the wine samples from their tasting rooms. Take a day trip to any one of the following Texas Hill Country wineries, and we guarantee you’ll feel that Texas pride swell in you with each sip of ‘cowboy cabernet’. T... Read More
St. Patrick's Day Drinks

St. Patrick’s Day Party Drinks

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes
The pubs will be packed and the green beer will flow once again. It’s March 17, that one day of the year when ‘everyone’s Irish’—St. Patrick’s Day! But why contend with crowded elbow-to-elbow pubs when you can host a stellar St. Paddy’s Day party in the comfort of your own home? Everyone knows that Irish beer and whisky are staples on March 17th. Here’s a few of our recommendations: Must-Try’ Irish Beers: Murphy’s Irish Stout, O’Hara’s Irish Wheat, O’Hara’s Celtic Sto... Read More
SXSW Facts

10 Fun Facts about SXSW

Spec’sology Blog, Events
If you love a good celebration like we do here at Spec’s—then you’re no stranger to SXSW Austin! Even if you’ve never attended SXSW yourself, there’s a good chance you’ve heard of the cultural phenomenon. Every year, in mid March, SXSW Austin is a showcase of film, music, and interactive media. It captivates local audiences, and brings in thousands of tourists and partygoers, along with pioneers of the tech and entertainment industries. Sure, sure. You’ve heard this all before! But... Read More
Movie Cocktails

Celebrate Oscar Night with Movie Themed Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes
Roll out the red carpet! Hollywood’s biggest night is almost here. In honor of the 2018 Oscars, we have some very classy, (and creative) cocktails inspired by a few of the top nominated films. They’re perfect for sipping in style with your friends, while you watch your favorite stars make their celebratory speeches this Oscar Sunday. Lady Bird Cocktail Taking parts from the Jungle Bird cocktail, and the White Lady, this vibrant cocktail should be nominated for “Best in Taste”. Yum! Ingre... Read More
Grown-up gelatin recipes

Classy Adult Gelatin Shots

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes
Why should kids have all the fun? Gelatin snacks can be so much more than the limited palate of strawberry, orange and the like. With these classy and wiggly shot recipes, you’ll wow your party guests with gourmet, gelatin greatness. Be sure to stock up on supplies from your local Spec’s and if you need more recommendations, be sure to ask one of our Spec’sperts in the liquor aisles. Mojito Gelatin Shot Ingredients 1 cup white rum 1 cup water 1 cup sugar 3 envelopes unflavored gelatin ¾ ... Read More
Margarita Recipes

Celebrate National Margarita Day With 5 Refreshing Margarita Recipes

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Margaritas are arguably the lushest and popular of all tequila-based cocktails. And they’re popular for good reason! But they don’t just come in the lime variety, my thirsty amigos. Margaritas have many versatile, fiesta-inducing flavors. And in honor of National Margarita Day, we’ve picked out 5 of our favorites. Try one (or a few) of the recipes and we bet you and your party guests will be quite impressed. Watermelon Rita Ingredients 2 oz of silver tequila 1 oz of fresh lime juice 1 oz ... Read More
Craft Beer Picks

Craft Beer Picks

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Do you recall that life-changing moment in time when you took your first sip of craft beer? It was like drinking liquid art. Suddenly the world of beer was different. It was bigger and more exciting! Much like Dorothy leaving her black and white, Kansas farmhouse behind and suddenly landing in the bright technicolor land of Oz, a new world of beer had just blossomed before you! And from that moment on you were going to explore that world and all of its hop-filled, glorious varieties. If this is ... Read More
Celebrate Year of the Dog Chinese New Year

Fun Facts About Chinese New Year

Spec’sology Blog, Holidays
Hang the red lanterns and get ready to raise a toast to fresh starts! A worldwide party is about to begin. It has many names—the “Chinese New Year”, the “Lunar New Year” or the “Spring Festival” to name a few. The Chinese New year is a lot of fun, with many colorful traditions to go with it. Read on to learn more about this spectacular reason to celebrate! Swing into your local Spec’s where you’ll find all you need to celebrate including a variety of cognac, very affordable re... Read More
Valentine's Day gift ideas

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

Spec’sology Blog, Gifts
Valentine’s Day is approaching! *thump thump* Hear that? That’s the sound of a beating heart! What? Is it yours? Could it mean that all this romantic excitement is getting to you? Or maybe it’s anxiety—because you literally have no idea what to get that special somebody in your life. Yikes! Whether you’ve got yourself a sweetie or you just enjoy spreading the love among close friends and family, there’s no denying that now is the time to start thinking about Valentine’s gift giving... Read More