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The 8 Best Non-Alcoholic Amaro Bottles Out There, According To Experts

current owner of Specs in Vermont, uses Figlia Fiore's in his spritzes, citing  its floral and rose notes as the reason for its brighter character.

By Xenia Turner
Published January 19, 2026

Long Associated With Sherry, Solera Aging Is Redefining Spirits and Cocktails

A small barrel can impact the spirit or cocktail dramatically. I kind of wonder, ‘How long has it been sitting there? Are they topping it up?

By John Sumners
Published March 3, 2025

Specs to Open Long-Awaited Cocktail Bar in Winooski

Sam Nelis first opened Specs on West Canal Street as a café in late 2023. This weekend, he's realizing the full vision: a café-bar open morning 'til night.

By Jordan Barry
Published November 13, 2025

Get to Know Winooski's Specs Café, Beverage Mart and Future Bar in Three Drinks 

Cocktail pro Sam Nelis is creating a drinks destination just off the rotary. He shared the specs of the coffee, beer and cocktail that represent it best.
By Jordan Barry
Published September 10, 2024

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