Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods

08/22/2025

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08/21/2025

🍊 Effervescent. Refreshing. Perfectly bittersweet.

If you’ve ever spotted that vibrant orange drink & wondered, “What is an Aperol Spritz?” — we’ve got your answer (and the recipe).

✨ Learn the history, the magic, & how to make the ultimate summer sip.

What is an Aperol Spritz? Look no further than this comprehensive guide to the refreshing Italian cocktail!

08/19/2025

🍹 Sunshine in a glass — with a twist!

We’ve taken the classic mojito and given it 10 fresh makeovers you’ll want to sip all summer long. From fruity fusions to herb-infused surprises, these easy recipes are pure patio perfection.

Looking to spice up your Mojito game? Try these 10 simple mojito twists this summer!

08/18/2025

A tribute to one of the world’s most beloved red wines — silky, nuanced, and endlessly expressive 🍷 Cheers to Pinot Noir!

A to Z Wineworks
Blue Rock Vineyard & Winery

08/15/2025

🍸 From crisp and classic to bold and unexpected — vodka is the ultimate blank canvas for cocktail magic.

Shaken, stirred, or splashed with something sparkling, we’ve rounded up The Best Vodka-Based Cocktails you need to try.

Discover everything you need to know about Vodka Cocktails including tips, recommendations, and recipes.

08/15/2025

WPS is honored to be Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods Lubbock Charity of the Month for August 2025! 🎉
When you check out at Spec’s Lubbock, please add a donation to support survivors of domestic violence right here at home. Every dollar stays local—funding safe shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and essentials for families rebuilding after abuse.

Stopping by this week? Make it count. Give at the register and share this post to spread the word. Thank you, Lubbock! 💜

08/15/2025

🎉 Thank you for helping us raise over $94,000 in July for Canine Companions. Your generosity will help provide expertly trained service dogs to people with disabilities, creating lasting bonds and empowering greater independence.

Learn more at https://canine.org

08/15/2025

As the weekend approaches, if you are going to consume adult beverages or enjoy some fine food, purchase it at Spec's Liquor! This month, Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods has teamed up with Hunger Busters to support our mission of Feeding Kids, Fueling Futures! Simply say 'YES' at the register and donate to feed a child as you checkout. It's that easy!

Don't consume alcoholic beverages? No problem, you can still support! Click the link and you can be the solution our children need.

https://specsonline.com/about-us/charitable-foundation/

08/13/2025

08/13/2025

💛 Thank you, Texas! Together, we raised over $110,000 for our June charity, Boot Campaign! Your generosity is making a real difference in restoring the lives of veterans and military families across the country.

Learn more about Boot Campaign at https://bootcampaign.org/.

08/12/2025

Soak up the summer sun and spread kindness this August!☀️💛 When you shop at Spec's, you can donate at checkout to support meaningful causes across Texas. Every small act makes a big difference.

Hunger Busters
El Paso Center for Diabetes
East Texas Angel Network
The Westview School
Foster Angels of South Texas
Women In Neuroscience
Southwind Fields

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