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Best Irish Beers, Wines & Spirits - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Sláinte: The Best Irish Wines, Beers, and Spirits

Spec’sology Blog, Beer, Holidays, Spirits, Wine
When Irish eyes start smiling, knowing the proper libation to serve will help keep them that way. That being said we’ve put together a list of the top, and some obscure, Irish potations for you to keep on hand this St. Patrick’s Day.Bunratty Irish Honey Mead Created from an old Irish recipe this mead is made of honey, white wine, and herbs and produces a fairly sweet mead well-suited for a variety of occasions. Served cold or slightly warmed, it pairs well with chicken or turkey, and is the... Read More
National Martini Month Martini Recipes - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

National Martini Month

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Spirits

Martinis are no longer restricted to business lunches and casually cool spies.
In fact, it’s as common to see them at brunch as it is at happy hour. From gin or vodka to fruity, sweet, or savory, the martini is a jack of all trades.
Join us in celebrating this versatile cocktail during National Martini Month with one of these delicious recipes and let your fancy flag fly!
Snickerdoodle Martini
The perfect dessert martini! Creamy, sweet, and decadent in all the right ways.
Ingredients
2 oz. Ket... Read More

New Wines, Spirits & Beers for 2021

Spec’sology Blog, Beer, Spirits, Wine

It’s January so you’ve probably finished reading all the 2020 recaps and are beyond ready to move on and leave those 365 days as far behind as possible! We feel you. So, what’s new for beverages in the year 2021 you ask? Well, settle on down and get ready to have your happy hour future read by the experts.
2021 will see the continued rise of hard seltzers as more and more brands get in on the action with new and unique offerings.
Online wine education courses skyrocketed during quarantine ... Read More

National Punch Day Recipes - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

National Punch Day Recipes

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Spirits

When it comes to relaxing, a refreshing beverage is everything, and the ultimate refreshment is one that doesn’t require you to keep making a new one every time you empty your cup! Having a pitcher of perfection on hand lets you relax without having to make multiple trips to the bar, and when it comes to relaxation – less is definitely more. That’s why we’re big fans of summer punch. Make it once and you’re good for hours of delicious refreshment! They require a little more plannin... Read More

Game Day Cocktails - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Game Day Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Spirits

When it’s time for game day, the best place to gear up for good times is Spec’s! Stock up for the game with lower prices on a stadium-sized selection of all your favorites! Don’t have enough for overtime? You won’t have to miss a second with Spec’s home delivery! Just use the Spec’s app and order delivery when you shop online.

Check out our list of game day cocktails that are sure to raise your team spirits!

 
Tiki Touchdown
Ingredients

24 oz. pineapple juice
9 o... Read More

Boozy Bites Recipes - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Blissfully Boozy Bites: Alcohol-Infused Foods

Spec’sology Blog, Spirits

Pairing food with alcohol can be a fun learning experience. What works, what doesn’t and everything in between. But sometimes you just want it to work and not have to consume so much liquid to find your sweet spot. That’s why we’ve put together a collection of booze-infused foods so all you have to do is enjoy a meal to enjoy yourself.

These are some of our favorite alcohol-infused food recipes covering everything from appetizers and soup to entrées and dessert!

 
Melon Booze ... Read More

Easy Labor Day Cocktails - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Easy Labor Day Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Spirits

The last thing you want to be doing on Labor Day is labor. Known as the bookend of summer, you’ll soon be reaching for a jacket instead of suntan lotion. So, we want you to get the most of out the last summer holiday. That’s why we’ve put together a collection of “easy labor” cocktails so you can get back to the grilling and chilling with a drink in hand!

 
Ruby Radler
Ingredients

1 oz. grapefruit vodka
1 can grapefruit radler

Directions

Drink about 2 oz. of t... Read More

Lemonade Cocktails - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Adult Lemonade Stand – Lemonade Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Spirits
Nothing says summertime like lemonade! And seeing as we’re adults now, we’ve decided to upgrade the lemonade stand into a bar of delicious refreshment!So, whether you’re a devotee to grandma’s secret lemonade recipe or just happen to have a tub of lemonade powder sitting around, we’ve got some sweet recipes to beat back the heat.Classic Spiked LemonadeIngredients1 cup vodka2-1/4 cups sugar5 cups water, divided1 tbsp. grated lemon zest1-3/4 cups lemon juice6 to 8 cups ice cubesLemon sli... Read More
Skinny Cocktails - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Skinny Summer Sippers – Low Calorie Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Spirits
For many of us, lockdown was an opportunity to focus on our personal fitness goals but, after a sporadic lackluster effort, we ended up focusing on fitness whole pizza in our mouths instead.No matter how you handle things one thing is for sure, if there’s an easy way to cut some calories while still enjoying ourselves, we’re all for it! A great way to lose the couch curves and start making a dent in that beach bod is to switch up your cocktail game. Whether you’re looking for a post-workou... Read More
Rum Cocktails - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Sunshine & Rum: Fun Rum Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Spirits
It’s a fact, summertime is rum time. You may think of rum for vacation cocktails, but you don’t have to live on a tropical island to enjoy all the perks of a tasty rum; all you need is a bit of sunshine and…well, that’s about it.Join us as we sip our way to paradise with this collection of unique rum cocktails!Chambord DaiquiriIngredients3/4 oz. Light Rum3/4 oz. Chambord Raspberry Liqueur1/2 oz. lime juice1 tsp. powdered sugarDirectionsBlend with one cup of crushed ice in a shaker or ble... Read More
Beach Cocktails Recipes - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Beach Cocktails – Prep Now, Party Later

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Spirits
If you’re not properly prepared, the perfect beach trip is, well, it’s no day at the beach. Not to worry though, Spec’s is here to help you get the most out of the coast with these simple tips and convenient recipes!Beach Prep TipsNo matter what you’re drinking, you don’t want sand in it. So, bring cupcake liners and place them over the top of your drinks. If you’re using a larger sized cup, aluminum foil makes a quick lid you can punch a straw through, and its reflective surface hel... Read More
Boozy Popsicles - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Stop, Pop & Roll – Adult Popsicle Recipes

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Spirits
It’s hot. This is Texas; it’s going to get hotter. But that’s no excuse to stay inside hiding from the beautiful outdoors! Especially when you can combine two summer favorites into one deliciously ice-cold concoction – boozesicles. You can buy boozesicles at Spec’s, of course, but if you want to get creative and make your own, we’ve got some awesome recipes that’ll have you fighting off brain-freeze all summer long.Peach Bourbon Lemonade PopsIngredients2 cups lemonade1 cup peac... Read More