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Raising Your Bar: Tips For Stocking Your Home Bar Like A Pro

Entertain, Spec’sology Blog, Spirits
For those who enjoy entertaining, having a well-stocked bar is pivotal to your success. A handcrafted cocktail can lighten the mood, schmooze the in-laws, wow a friend, or impress a date. Being able to mix a variety of drinks at home adds a certain swanky swagger to your hosting ego, and rightly so! It’s a heck of a lot cooler than only being able to offer canned beer and shots of Fireball. We’re helping you raise the bar a little bit!Starting a home bar may seem like an intimidating endeavo... Read More

Kombucha Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Entertain, Spirits
Kombucha. You’ve probably seen it in stores, and possibly had a friend tell you all about the magical health properties of kombucha. If you haven’t heard about this tonic and are wondering what the rave is about, here’s the 411. What is Kombucha?Kombucha is a fermented, slightly alcoholic (0.5%), lightly effervescent, sweetened black or green tea drink commonly intended as a functional beverage for its claimed health benefits. It’s often flavored with juice or spices to enhance the taste... Read More

Surfs Up Cocktails: Easy Pool Beverages

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Pool days are a summer rite of passage! They define the lazy days of the heat-soaked season and offer a fun getaway from the daily grind. And any trip to paradise needs to taste like it too! So, instead of, or along with, the standard beach and pool beverages of beer and wine, why not try some drinks you can mix up before hittin’ the water? We’ve put together some recipes that you can either premix at home or just make them at the pool with some simple ingredients.Of course, make sure to ver... Read More

July 4th Campfire Cocktails

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This Fourth of July why not try something different to celebrate the independence of America? Instead of the typical red, white, and blue themed party or fighting traffic to get downtown and stand in a crowd staring up at the sky, what about getting out of your familiar surroundings and experiencing America the way our Founding Fathers did – in the wild and untamed nature?!Camping is a great way to get out and see America the beautiful in all its glory. Gathering around a campfire with your fa... Read More

Summer Cocktail Pairings

Spec’sology Blog, Beer, Finer Foods, Spirits
Ahh summertime, the season of getting out and getting down! Whether you’re heading to a pool party, a day by the lake, or throwing a bash at your place, odds are there’s going to be food – and not just any food, but fancy summer favorites. And while we typically think beer or wine when the grill is fired up, a refreshing cocktail may be just what you need to set your summer fun apart from the masses. From delightful pairings to grilled ingredients and frozen poptails, we’ve got you cover... Read More

Saké To Me

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When you think about saké you probably think about Japan and rice, and you’d be correct on both counts. Saké, the oldest known spirit in the world, is often incorrectly referred to as rice wine. Rice wine, like Western wine with grapes, is made from the fermentation of rice. While saké is indeed made from rice, it goes through a brewing process where starch is converted to alcohol much like how beer is brewed, although the ABV is sustainably higher than either beer or wine.How Is Saké Made... 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

Recipes To Shake Up Your Cocktail Game

Entertain, Drink Recipes, Spec’sology Blog, Spirits
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

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

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
cooking with tequila

4 Ways To Cook With Tequila

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¡Viva Tequila! This spirit is arguably the friskiest of them all, and it’s not just for sipping or for mixing into cocktails with lime and sugar. Try one of these 4 tequila-based food recipes and it’ll change the way you look at the agave-based spirit!
Tequila Lime Chicken Tacos
Tequila, lime and chicken are all just a natural fit for one another. Try this mouthwatering taco recipe!
Ingredients

½ cup tequila
Juice from 4 limes, freshly squeezed
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 ... Read More

Top Five Texas Vodkas - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

5 Best Texas Vodkas

Spec’sology Blog, Spirits
There may be a small red mark from lightly banging my forehead against the desk. That’s what happens when you have to choose the best among so many awesome choices! It was really hard to pick the top 5 Texas vodkas because the state of Texas has produced some truly outstanding ones over the years!Eventually, we managed to settle on several that seemed to shine above the rest. Here are our top 5 picks for the best Texas vodka brands available on the market today! 1. 1835 Texas Lone Star Vodka ... Read More