San Antonio Cocktail Conference Seminars to Watch

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:

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.

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!

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.