Third Coast Cocktail Summit Events
At the Third Coast Cocktail Summit, attendees will get an immersive experience into San Antonio's cocktail scene. With a plethora of events from mixology classes to bar crawls, there is something for everyone. Professional bartenders and mixologists can hone their craft with engaging workshops and seminars while beer aficionados can sample some of the best local brews. Attendees can even visit some of San Antonio's most renowned drinking destinations.
The Third Coast Cocktail Summit is an opportunity to learn from some of the best in the business, network with like-minded individuals, and experience all that San Antonio has to offer. Get your tickets now and be sure to join us for a fun-filled celebration of the city's unique cocktail culture!
Please make plans to join us for the Third Coast Cocktail Summit:
January 9-13, 2024.
Tuesday, January 9
BarSmarts Practical | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM |$50
BarSmarts Practical is an opportunity to certify your ability to make and serve classic drinks, to be inspired by some of the best practitioners in the trade and learn meaningful skills that will make your bar service better.
These events are open to anyone that has completed the online BarSmarts program (Basics and Professional levels).
Attendees of Cocktail Summit are eligible for a 50% discount by entering promo code: THIRDCOAST on the Checkout screen.
Register Here: BarSmarts Practical
Happy Hours:
5:00 PM La Ruina
Parties:
8:00 PM Maeve
9:00 PM Three Star Bar
Wednesday, January 10
The Tasting Space (12PM to 4:30PM)
Education
12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Certified Bourbon Steward (Bending Branch) | $75
Perfect for the bourbon enthusiast, learn from this in-depth program covering topics of bourbon descriptors, the heritage, aging and distilling and much more.
1:15 PM to 2:00 PM Women in the Industry (Jody Newman)
3:30 PM to 4:15 PM Pitching to Media (Nina Rangel)
Happy Hours:
5:00 PM Esquire Tavern
8:00 PM Hugman’s Oasis
Parties:
8:00 PM Francis Bogside & Blaine’s
Spirited Dinners:
Vintage Wine Bar
Thursday, January 11
The Tasting Space (12PM to 4:30PM)
Education:
12:00 PM to 12:45 PM Beyond the Bar
12:30 PM to 1:45 PM Hiring/Keeping Talent
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Flair Class at Idle Beer Hall with Michael Guzman
1:30 PM to 2:15 PM Mezcal (Julio Mestre and Jon Smolensky/Siete Misterios)
2:00 PM to 2:45 PM Hospitality Principles
3:00 PM to 3:45 PM System Building
3:30 PM to 4:15 PM Boundaries/Difficult Conversations
Happy Hours:
5:00 PM Gimme Gimme
6:00 PM Near Dark
Parties:
8:00 PM Bar Loretta
10:00 PM Amor Eterno
Spirited Dinners:
Meadow Neighborhood Eatery
Friday, January 12
The Tasting Space (12PM to 4:30PM)
Education:
1:00 PM to 1:45 PM Superjuice (Myles Worrell)
1:30 PM to 2:15 PM Sober/Alcohol Responsibility
2:00 PM to 2:45 PM TBA
3:00 PM to 3:45 PM TBA
3:30 PM to 4:15 PM Gin Lab (Jacki Schromm)
Saturday, January 13
Beer Break 2:00 PM at The Friendly Spot
The Summit Cocktail Party
7:00 PM Disco Fever at the Witte Museum
3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209
It's a Disco Party shaken, stirred, and chilled with a twist. This cocktail party comes to life with a mix of talented industry professionals showing off their skills at the bar and chefs bringing the tastiest bites. Sip, indulge, and dance the night away. The evening features cocktails and culinary creations with music to complete the fun. Dress casually or formally, but grab something Disco-themed to complete your look!