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World Cocktail Day - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

All Hail the Cocktail: World Cocktail Day Recipes

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Spirits
Join us on May 13th as we raise a glass to World Cocktail Day! According to the Oxford English Dictionary, a cocktail is “an alcoholic drink consisting of a spirit or spirits mixed with other ingredients, such as fruit juice or cream”. The reason we celebrate World Cocktail Day on May 13th is because it was first described by Harry Croswell in an issue of The Balance and Columbian Repository published on May 13th, 1806 as “a stimulating liquor, composed of spirits of any kind, su... Read More
E-Happy Hours Cocktails, Drinks for a Virtual Hangout - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

E-Happy Hour – Easy Cocktails for a Virtual Hangout

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes
We’re all going through being stuck at home in our own way., be it knocking out dozens of yard work projects (and then fixing things you messed up in the process), puzzling like a madman, videogaming until dawn, or simply struggling to work from home. No matter how you’re handling it one thing is for certain – being on lockdown doesn’t make Friday any less Friday! With that in mind, we’ve put together some super easy recipes with minimal ingredients that we’ll have you raising... Read More
Pretty Pastel Cocktails - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Pretty in Pastel: Colorful Easter Cocktails

Drink Recipes, Entertain, Holidays, Spec’sology Blog
If you’re anything like us, when you think of Easter, you tend to think in pastels. So, when you’re crafting your Easter Brunch menu, of which Easter-themed beverages are surely a part, you’ll want to take a look at our collection of pastel colored cocktails to set the perfect mood. And, if you’re curious as to why pastel is tied to Easter, the following explanation will provide a deeper meaning to this seasonal décor. Why Pastels? Pastels of white, violet, pink, and green, alo... Read More
Tea-Infused Cocktails - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Teatime Meets Happy Hour: Tea Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Spirits
While coffee maybe America’s go to hot beverage, indulging in a cuppa (British slang for a cup of tea) now and then can be a delightful alternative…especially when you blend teatime with happy hour. That’s right, those little bags of herbs and spices make for a wonderful cocktail base and we’ve got a collection of our favorites for you to try. Pinkies, and bottoms, up! Matcha Lemonade Cocktail Ingredients 1 oz Vodka1 oz Lemonade3 oz Matcha teaCucumber garnish Directions ... Read More
St. Patrick's Day Cocktails - Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

St. Patrick’s Day Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Drink Recipes, Holidays
Saint Patrick’s Day has a rich history that runs through the culture of Ireland as St. Patrick is the patron saint of the Emerald isle. Born in Roman Britain in the late 4th century, he was kidnapped at the age of 16 and taken to Ireland as a slave. He escaped but returned around 30 years later to convert the Irish to Christianity. But let’s be honest, here in America St. Patrick’s Day has basically just become an excuse to wear green, put on green head ware, and, most importantly, cons... Read More
Dragon Cocktails | Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Dragon Cocktails – Tip the Scales in Your Favor

Spec’sology Blog, Spirits
It’s National Appreciate a Dragon Day! Yes, it’s a thing. So, whether you’re a fan of Puff, Smaug, or Drogon, January 16th is the day to raise a glass to your favorite mythological creature. And to make this list of dragon-inspired cocktails even more interesting, we’ve got some classic dragon movies you should checkout as well! Dragon Films The NeverEnding Story (1984) Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah (1991) DragonHeart (1996) Reign of Fire (2002) How to Train Your Dragon ... Read More
Minimalist Cocktails | Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

Less is More – Minimalist Cocktails

Spec’sology Blog, Spirits
Sometimes less can be deliciously more! There’s no need to have your bar stocked with every kind of liquor imaginable in order to make great cocktails that your guests will love. And you’ll also be any bartender’s favorite patron when you ask for a 3-ingredient cocktail that doesn’t require them to toast a thinly sliced vanilla bean during peak bar hours. If you’re thinking these are going to be barebones, old school, cocktails that your granddad drank, well you’re partially righ... Read More