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$2 Billion Retail Powerhouse Spec’s Surfs Changing Trends In Texas Market

The Lone Star State is home to many large drinks retailers, but few have the scope and scale of Spec’s Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods. Continue reading →

Posted in News on May 2, 2025

Texas Hemp Market Worth An Estimated $5.5 Billion

Hemp-derived products generate roughly $5.5 billion in Texas, according to a new report from Whitney Economics covering the Lone Star State’s production, wholesale, and retail sectors. Continue reading →

Posted in News on April 22, 2025

Cannabis Drinks Find Growing Audience, On- And Off-Premise

While lawmakers continue to explore new regulations and potential restrictions on the rising hemp THC segment, both hemp THC and traditional cannabis beverages continue to connect with consumers. Continue reading →

Posted in News on December 3, 2024

DoorDash Expands Alcohol Retailer Roster With Stew Leonard’s, Big Red, Among Others

Delivery app DoorDash has expanded its alcohol delivery services, partnering with a mix of new grocery and beverage alcohol chains across the U.S. Continue reading →

Posted in News on June 12, 2024

Cannabis Briefs for March 12, 2024

•Hemp-derived THC seltzer Wynk has launched its latest flavor: Tangerine. Continue reading →

Posted in News on March 12, 2024

Interview: With Spec’s Deal, Hi Seltzer Aims For Big Leap Forward In 2024

Late last week, Kentucky-based hemp THC beverage brand Hi Seltzer announced a deal with Texas-based drinks retailer Spec’s Wines, Spirits, and Finer Foods that will place the brand across Spec’s 200-plus stores, as well as offer it to the 70% of on-premise establishments that Spec’s services across the Lone Star State. Continue reading →

Posted in News on February 6, 2024

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