Get ready, Texas, because San Antonio Cocktail Conference is next week! One of our favorite cocktail festivals of the year, SACC always promises a balanced serving of lively events, competitions and educational seminars that will up your cocktail game.
Here are three seminars that have caught our eye:
For the thoughtful tasters…
Event Time: 11:00 AM on Jan 16, 2015
Price: $35.00
While the tasting of a spirit allows us to explore its
profile, taste, and aroma, few things speak louder about a spirit's DNA than
its terroir. Come and hear from two premium brands at SACC, including the
Peruvian Pisco Portón, discussing the importance of enforcing an artisanal and
sustainable approach in the making of their spirit. Join in the discussion and
learn about the important steps taken to shape the future of the industry.
Tasting is required.
For the budding bartender…
Event Time: 11:30 AM on Jan 17, 2015
Price: $50.00
Ever wanted to mix and create a signature cocktail of your
very own? Now's your chance! Join Jonathan Pogash, "The Cocktail
Guru", for a hands-on, fun and informative session on how to choose flavor
ingredients and create balanced drinks. We will delve into a bit of cocktail
history, learn about bar tools and proper techniques, and ultimately let loose
and experiment with some of the best seasonal mixers and quality spirits on the
market. It's all about creativity and fun!
For the bubbly drinkers….
Event Time: 01:00 PM on Jan 17, 2015
Price: $45.00
Join LUPEC NYC ladies, Meaghan Dorman (Raines Lawroom, Dear
Irving), and Lynette Marrero (Speed Rack, DrinksAt6) for an effervescent
discussion on mixing booze and bubbles. Explore Nicolas Feuillate champagne
craft cocktails while learning how to elevate the cocktail experience with
different expressions of this quality ingredient. Participants will come away
with a higher appreciation of the value to quality ratio that champagne can
bring to beverages.