Mashup. All PDXCW pass holders can attend: Student, Bartender, Industry, Media. Additional RSVP Required.

Join us for a night of ice-cold shots, music, food, fun, and amazing cocktails. This event is a Mashup where the White Owl Social Club and Navy Strength Seattle bar teams will collaborate with members of Jägermeister's Hubertus Circle.

Mashup. All PDXCW pass holders can attend: Student, Bartender, Industry, Media.

Join The Quiet Man Irish Whiskey for delicious cocktails & bites, custom giveaways, and a photo moment you'll want to take advantage of because if you didn't take a picture, did it really happen? Upon entering, you will get the opportunity to be the very first to try our 2024 Limited Edition series (besides our Master Distiller, of course!). Sláinte friends!

Mashup. All PDXCW pass holders can attend: Student, Bartender, Industry, Media.

It's your birthday! Service Bar D.C. is mashing up with The Rambler. We want YOU to celebrate with Old Forester no matter your sun sign. There will be cocktails, party favors, and Birthday Bourbon. Head to the Whiskey Row tasting bar to grab the key to unlock your very own Birthday pour and toast to the brand that Never Gets Old.

While it is your party, we ask that you do not cry even if you want to.

Please Celebrate Responsibly.

Old Forester Straight Bourbon Whisky, 43-57.5% Alc./Vol., Old Forester Distilling Company at Louisville in Kentucky.

OLD FORESTER is a registered trademark. ©2023 Brown-Forman Distillers. All rights reserved.

Mashup. All PDXCW pass holders can attend: Student, Bartender, Industry, Media.

LA GRAN FAMILIA BACARDI PRESENTS:

ALL TRICK DOGS GO TO PALOMAR

Get ready to em-BARK on an unforgettable Mash Up journey as our pals from Trick Dog & Palomar host one helluva exciting cocktail evening that will leave you thirsty for more.

Nighttime. All PDXCW pass holders can attend: Student, Bartender, Industry, Media.

Dive deep into flavor through original White Claw Premium Vodka cocktails created by esteemed bartenders Raj Shukla, Carley Hansen, and Mike “Juice” Treffehn, or visit the White Claw x White Claw bar to experience different flavor variations while also enjoying some of the flavors of the local Portland food scene!

Happy Hour. All PDXCW pass holders can attend: Student, Bartender, Industry, Media. Additional RSVP Required.

Join us as Teremana Tequila takes over the renowned Portland cocktail bar, Pacific Standard. Learn the Tale of Teremana's origins and feel the Mana as the West Coast comes together!

Teremana's Jesse Peterson & Pacific Standard's Jeffrey Morgenthaler, along with our friends of the Mana, will be serving up their West Coast-inspired cocktails.

Featuring:

Jeffrey Morgenthaler - Pacific Standard, Portland
Jesse Peterson - Teremana Mana Ohana, San Diego
Chris Elford - Here Today Brewery & Kitchen, Seattle
Emily Mistell - Hey Love, Portland
Brian Prugalidad - Realm of the 52 Remedies, San Diego

3-Hour Educational Workshop. Student Priority. Bartender Pass Auditing may be available. Inquire at the Registration Desk by 10 AM to get on the waitlist.

In this seminar, we will explore effective hiring, building successful employees and teams, creating environments of trust and loyalty, cultivating service to prioritize your guests, and more!

Join Jessi Lorraine for a deep dive into thoughtful hospitality for the current or prospective owner, manager, and operator. Before her role as Brand Ambassador for Slane Irish Whiskey, Jessi spent 15 years bartending and operating bars and restaurants in the Bay Area and Los Angeles. Along the way, she has fine-tuned the metaphorical toolbox for thriving as a leader in these spaces.

3-Hour Educational Workshop. Student Priority. Bartender Pass Auditing may be available. Inquire at the Registration Desk by 10 AM to get on the waitlist.

As the world’s fourth leading wine producer, California truly is the Golden State when it comes to fine wine grapes. Join us as we demystify and taste several grape-based spirits crafted from world-class grape varieties exclusively grown within California’s rich soil, complex climate, and diverse geography. From viticulture, distillation, and sustainability practices to unique production techniques, we will rediscover California's pivotal role in drinks history and the modern-day crafts spirit movement. We will also explore why California Aperitifs and Premium Brandy's versatility provide a perfect base for any cocktail program.

Full-Day Educational Workshop. Student Priority. Bartender Pass Auditing may be available. Inquire at the Registration Desk by 10 AM to get on the waitlist.

A bar’s menu is more than just a menu - it reflects its identity. It takes guests on a journey, defining their experience and amplifying profitability for a business.

Ever wonder how a bar’s cocktail menu intrigues and captivates guests and delivers profitability? Join La Gran Familia BACARDI and a group of esteemed industry-leading guest speakers as we host a 2-day educational workshop on menu engineering. You’ll discover how to flex your creative & operational minds as you learn how to craft award-winning menus. In this two-day workshop, we’ll cover everything from building visually appealing menu layouts and thematic inspirations to exploring the latest advancements in consumer data to optimize your bar’s success.

Full-Day Educational Workshop. Student Priority. Bartender Pass Auditing may be available. Inquire at the Registration Desk by 10 AM to get on the waitlist.

Have you heard of the captivating realm of synesthesia (sin-ess-tee-juh)? It’s a world where sound takes on vivid colors, words have tastes, and touch creates a symphony of flavor. Join the Campari Academy as we take you through the unexpected and surprising connections between science, imagination, and our senses.

Once you have broadened your perceptions, we’ll dive deep into workshops focused on individual senses. There, you’ll discover how you can impact guest experience using sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell as we unravel the mysteries and celebrate the wonders that synesthesia can have in our daily lives.

3-Hour Educational Workshop. Student Priority. Bartender Pass Auditing may be available. Inquire at the Registration Desk by 10 AM to get on the waitlist.

Understand cocktail aromatics with Jake Parrott, Portfolio Manager of Haus Alpenz, importer for the adventurous palate. He'll discuss "micro-dosing" agave spirits with quinquina aromatized wines, pairing gins with aromatized wines, and how the aromatics of fruit brandies (eau-de-vie) transform a cocktail or simple highball. Lunch with an aperitif cocktail at multi-James Beard award finalist Nostrana included. Q&A and open tasting at the end.

Full-Day Educational Field Trip. Student Priority. Bartender Pass Auditing may be available. Inquire at the Registration Desk by 10 AM to get on the waitlist.

Join Wilderton Non-Alcoholic Botanical Spirits for a day of adventure! We will explore the stunningly beautiful Columbia River Gorge, then venture indoors to share how we handcraft Wilderton in the first Non-Alcoholic distillery in America. Nora Furst of West Bev Consulting will lead a course on tips and tricks for crafting unforgettable non-alcoholic cocktails.

3-Hour Educational Workshop. Student Priority. Bartender Pass Auditing may be available. Inquire at the Registration Desk by 10 AM to get on the waitlist.

On the island of Jura, there’s just one pub. No danger that it won’t thrive. It’s a community pillar across the street from the distillery. But managing and running a profitable bar in other parts of the world isn’t simple. Join Head of Advocacy Craig Bridger and Beverage Director Dave Purcell for a dive into the history of a single malt Scotch from a famously un-get-to-able island and an insider’s look at developing and running a successful bar program. It’s possible to champion the craft spirits you love (like Jura) while navigating challenges of scale and volume. Come out for good whisky and a good chat, just as we do at the pub!

3-Hour Educational Workshop. Student Priority. Bartender Pass Auditing may be available. Inquire at the Registration Desk by 10 AM to get on the waitlist.

In 1870, George Garvin Brown, founder of Old Forester, made history by batching together whisky barrels to craft the First Bottled Bourbon. Join Old Forester Master Taster Melissa Rift to learn how Old Forester batches and formulates their 1870 Original Batch expression in the Whiskey Row Series. You'll complete a sensory analysis of the 1870 Original Batch, sample and select from bourbon that could be used for this expression, and complete two rounds of batching to match the consistent flavor profile of the 1870 Original Batch. Try this historic practice dating back 153 years, and see if you have what it takes to craft a consistent and quality batch of bourbon. Delicious bites, inspired cocktails, and vintage pours accompany what will surely be a fun afternoon with Old Forester.

Breakfast. All PDXCW pass holders can attend: Student, Bartender, Industry, Media.

Rise and shine at PDXCW with Ritual Zero Proof! Enjoy a hearty breakfast alongside refreshing non-alcoholic and low-proof cocktails. Join in on a low-impact workout led by The Healthtender, Amie Ward, focusing on pre + post-shift stretches. It's the perfect way to get the blood flowing and stimulate the nervous system for a day of learning. Cheers!

Pick up your PDXCW badge in the lobby next to the Jupiter Dream Tent and grab a cold bevy, thanks to our friends at Diageo Bar Academy! A badge is required for anyone attending PDXCW events. This includes Student, Bartender, Industry, Media, and Staff.

Sign up for your Bartender or Industry pass before you arrive, then pick it up at Registration. You don’t need to pop by Registration each day - just the first time to get your physical badge to use all week!

Got questions? Looking to see if there is open space to join a class or field trip? Head to Registration and have the friendly folks there help you!

Portland Cocktail Week Students will be paired with industry mentors for one-on-one sessions focused on taking their careers to the next level. Brought to you by Diageo Bar Academy, these life-changing meetings help form mentorships, boost careers, and provide invaluable connections and information. Sessions feel up fast, so don’t hesitate to sign up once the schedule is available for booking!

Career Counseling Hours:
Monday, October 2-Thursday, October 5, 9 am-11 am.