The Spec’s in Midtown is one of few stores hosting the annual “Bourbon Drop” on Thursday.
HOUSTON — Dozens of bourbon enthusiasts camped outside of a Houston-area Spec’s for days for an opportunity to purchase rare and highly sought-after bottles.
“I got here at 4 a.m. on Christmas morning,” said Raquell Harris. “I have been out here since then.”
The Spec’s in Midtown is one of few stores hosting the annual “Bourbon Drop” on Thursday and Raquell was first in line for a chance to purchase her special bourbon at retail price.
“It’s a bunch of allocated bottles,” she said. “It’s really hard to find without paying secondary pricing.”
The line Wednesday was wrapped around the building. People came from all over the state, including a group who made it in line on Tuesday at 10 a.m. after driving from Austin,
“Houston, the drop is way better,” said Taylor Welden. “There are more bottles. There is better selection.”
The camping setup for many was quite impressive. The fourth person in line drove from Anderson, Texas and this year he made sure he was ready to camp in style. He brought quite a setup, making it feel more like a tailgate. He had a grill, games and air mattress.
“I have been planning this out since last year when I was freezing in the chair in the rain,” said Anderson.
The store on Smith Street will open at 10 a.m. Thursday. The manager said people are allowed to purchase one bottle at each different station they will have set up.
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