Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

08/08/2025

Starting today, all Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods Austin locations will feature us as the Charity of the Month. Your support empowers WiN to offer not just internships, but also programs such as our speakers’ series and the Research Symposium Impact Assembly at no cost to our community.

The final speaker for our summer internship program is “Inside Story: How Gut Microbes Shape Your Health” presented by Dr. Esther Melamed, taking place this Tuesday (Virtual Attendance: https://bit.ly/461MXqF). Don’t miss your chance to RSVP (https://bit.ly/4nHSM2M) for our Research Symposium Impact Assembly happening on Friday!

08/04/2025

Huge news: El Paso Center for Diabetes is Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods' August Charity of the Month! 🎉From August 4-31, shoppers at Spec's stores in El Paso can make a donation to the Center for Diabetes at checkout and help us continue to empower the diabetes community! Thank you, Specs!

08/01/2025

Crafted near and far, brewed for celebration, Spec’s is stocked with your favorite beer for 🎉🍻🌎

Corona USA
Paulaner
Duvel

08/01/2025

Sign up for the K.LUKE Whiskey Company mailing listed and we will keep you informed on upcoming releases and tasting events. 

07/30/2025

Ever wonder how your favorite clear spirits go from raw ingredients to crystal-clear perfection?🥃💧

Dive into “From The Still to Sip” and discover the secrets behind vodka, gin, rum, tequila, and more. Learn the art, science, and craft that turn simple ingredients into smooth, sippable brilliance.

Learn the step-by-step process of how distillers make clear liquors like vodka, gin, and tequila blanco—from fermentation to final pour.

07/29/2025

🐾 There’s still time to make a difference! Donate at Spec’s by July 31 to support Canine Companions and help provide expertly trained service dogs to those who need them most.

Plus, Tito’s Handmade Vodka will donate $1 for every 750ml (or larger) bottle sold this month—up to $15,000!

Let’s finish July strong, together 🐶✨

07/29/2025

⚽ This Friday! Meet fútbol legend Moisés Muñoz and get your Gran Centenario Tequila bottle signed! Don’t miss your chance to grab a pic, an autograph, and a great tequila.

07/28/2025

Meet Norm Hooten, retired US Army MSgt, real life hero of Black Hawk Down and cofounder of Hooten Young. Stop by on 7/31 to grab a bottle and get it signed by Norm himself 🥃

07/24/2025

Today, say hello to Ranch Water—the simple, refreshing cocktail that’s taken Texas (and beyond) by storm! 🥂💦 Learn what’s in it, how to make it, and why locals love this no-fuss classic. https://bit.ly/4lUUZGL

Discover why tequila blanco is ideal for ranch water cocktails, plus find our favorite recipes perfect for warm weather sipping.

07/23/2025

You did it, Spec’s family!❤️

Together, your generosity raised $26,500 for Austin Pets Alive! and $100,000 for the Kerrville Rebuilding & Recovery Fund. From dropping off supplies to donating at checkout—you made an impact. Thank you!

07/22/2025

🍸 Elevate your happy hour game! Learn how to make the perfect Gin & Tonic with our simple tips, best garnish ideas, and the ideal tonic pairings. Crisp, refreshing, and effortlessly classic—this is the recipe every cocktail lover needs 🌿✨

Learn how to make the perfect gin & tonic—from ratios and glassware to premium gins and classic garnishes.

07/18/2025

HOUSTON: Come on down to the Bay Area Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods from 2 to 5 p.m. today to sample some award-winning American Single Malt!

📍 1033 Bay Area Blvd, Houston, TX 77062

07/17/2025

✨ Cheers to fewer calories and more flavor!🍹 Discover the ultimate roundup of 2025’s best low-calorie seltzers—perfect for guilt-free sipping all year long.

Whether you’re cutting carbs or counting calories, here are the best low-cal seltzers of 2025 packed with flavor and refreshment.

07/15/2025

A big thank you to everyone who helped us raise $11,119 for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society!💜 Your generosity will help fund critical research and provide support to blood cancer patients and their families.

To learn more or donate, visit https://www.lls.org

07/10/2025

Beat the Texas heat one sip at a time ☀️❄️

We’ve rounded up 20 must-try summer slushies that are icy, boozy, and downright delicious. Perfect for porch parties, pool days, and everything in between. Check out our full list and get blending!

From frosé to frozen margaritas, explore how to craft the perfect summer slushies with boozy flair and easy prep.

07/10/2025

Meet Your New Cheese Obsession 🧀✨

Époisses Berthaut is France’s iconic washed-rind cheese—rich, creamy, and unapologetically bold with its signature orange rind and deep aroma. A store favorite for good reason. Find it at Spec’s Smith Street in Houston!

07/10/2025

We’re supporting the Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce and their Kerrville Area Rebuilding and Recovery Fund, created in response to the devastating July 4th flood. This dedicated fund will assist local businesses with repairs, signage, utilities, and urgent recovery needs.

Stop by any of our area stores tomorrow (7/11) and Saturday (7/12) to make a donation or visit https://bit.ly/40MmQjI.

07/09/2025

Our neighbors need us. Spec’s locations across Houston, Central Texas, and Dallas are collecting supplies to support local recovery efforts.

Swipe to see drop-off locations and most needed items. 🤝

07/08/2025

We’re raising funds for Austin Pets Alive! to support their incredible efforts helping countless displaced pets in Kerr County 🚨

Stop by any of our area stores tomorrow (7/9) and Thursday (7/10) to make a donation!

07/07/2025

Win a Trip to the Ryder Cup for Sunday Grounds at Bethpage Black!

Thanks to our friends at Sugarlands Distilling Company, winners get a 2-night stay, including flights to New York this September!

For full contest details and entry visit https://www.sugarlands.com/.

Good luck ⛳️

And to celebrate Golf's greatest team event we've got Sugarlands Shine on sale now thru 8/15, all $19.99 🤯

Cherry Limeade 🍒 🍋‍🟩
Apple Pie 🍎 🥧
Butter Pecan 🧈
Blackberry 😋

07/04/2025

Our newest baby bunny is NOW OPEN in Seguin! Hop on over to 1500 E Court St. to stock up for Fourth of July weekend!🥃🤠

07/03/2025

🎇 We will be open regular hours for the Fourth of July and you can get a taste of Stryker, our hardwood-smoked American Single Malt, from 2 to 5 p.m. at both Spec's of Brodie Lane in Austin (4970 US-290) and Spec's Midtown Houston (2410 Smith)! 🎆

07/02/2025

Join us for an unforgettable Gran Centenario Tequila bottle signing with legendary fútbol icon Hugo Sánchez. Celebrate excellence in every drop and don’t miss your chance to meet a true champion 🥇⚽🍸

06/30/2025

🔥 Taste the ultimate in steak excellence.

Stop by Spec’s Smith Street on July 2 to sample the rich, buttery flavor of AA Pure Blood Wagyu.

This exclusive tasting runs from 12–4 PM — don’t miss your chance to experience a cut above the rest!