The cool weather is starting to roll in, and for alot of us this means "brown liquor" season. That chill in the air makes us think of Bourbon, Scotch, and other whisky's like Crown Royal or Jameson. This winter I want to get people thinking about Cognac.

Over the past few years, fruit flavors have changed and expanded the spirits world. Everybody know that vast amount of flavored vodkas, then the growing number of flavored rums, and even some gins. There was even an attempt to flavor Sherry. Well the fruit flavoring has now hit a new segment of the spirit world, Tequilla,

It's a pretty exciting time in the world of spirits lately, with new quality products being launched that present very interesting flavor profiles. Usually it's just a constant introduction of new Vodka flavors but offerings from Hennesy, Bacardi, and Jim Beam to name a few are giving customers enticing new options.

The state of Massachusetts is trying to put it to the little guy again with a tax on alchoholic beverages. What you may not know is

A long cold winter has finally ended and the warm weather is upon us. It's time to gather up your friends, fire up the grill, and soak up some sunshine.  Here are some suggestions from the Spirit on what to enjoy this summer.

Welcome to the first blog by the Spirit of Austin Liquors. Every week the Spirit will discuss new products that have come in to the store, share some drink recipes, talk about the Spirits favorite libations