BCS POP-UP: Complimentary Health Screenings
Get a complimentary, comprehensive, 100% confidential snapshot of your well-being. No insurance, no co-pays, no barriers—just the data you need to stay healthy.
BCS SESSION: Before You Open The Doors
David Kaplin of Death & Co. shares what he wished he had known before opening a bar.
BCS SESSION: Hendrick’s Gin Deconstructed
Step inside the cabinet of curiosities and leave with a newfound appreciation for the oddities that make Hendrick’s extraordinary.
BCS SESSION: Choose Your Own Adventure
You bring the questions. Jeffrey Morgenthaler brings 30 years of answers. Open conversation, no filter.
BCS SESSION: The Exit Strategy: Navigating the End Game
A candid look at the lifecycle of a bar and how to strategically plan for a graceful, successful conclusion or pivot.
BCS SESSION: Mr Black Presents “Anatomy of the Espresso Martini”
Ever wondered why some Espresso Martinis are perfectly frothy and others fall completely flat? Erin Schaeferle of Mr. Black breaks down the history, craft, and chemistry behind one of the world's most ordered cocktails -- ending with a mini Shake Off.
BCS Session: The Art of the Perfect Pour: How Glassware Transforms Cocktails
The right glass doesn't just hold your drink -- it changes it entirely, and Riedel's Master Mixologist Zane Harris is here to prove it.
BCS Session: TRÄ•KÁL: A New Spirit Born in Patagonia
A spirit born from five years in the wilds of Chilean Patagonia, foraged ingredients, and indigenous knowledge -- TRÄKÁL isn't just a new brand, it's an entirely new category.
Johnny Walker’s Mall Walkers
They say 'Keep Walking'—and we took that literally. Join us for five floors of fitness, fashion, and Scotch.
BCS SESSION: Liquor Laws, Updates & Compliance: A Conversation with the WSLCB
A must-attend conversation with the Washington State Liquor & Cannabis Board offering clear guidance on liquor law updates, compliance, and the questions bar professionals need answered—straight from the source.
BCS SESSION: Spirits 101: How Booze Is Actually Made
Most bartenders can sell a spirit. Fewer can explain it. Brett Adams fixes that.
BCS SESSION: COGNAC
Join one of the industry's most respected voices for a journey into Cognac.
BCS SESSION: 'M + M' from the Roots
Mezcal and Amaro have more in common than you think -- this session unearths the histories, terroir, and centuries of cultural exchange between Italy and Mexico that make M+M a match made in cocktail heaven.
BCS SESSION: Lo-Fi Aperitifs: Modern Modification Workshop
Bartenders adjust recipes constantly. Few can explain exactly what shifted. This session changes that -- through guided tastings, comparative sampling, and a little bit of science.
BCS SESSION: Prohibition's Wholesome Rumrunners: The Olmsteads
Forget Al Capone -- Seattle's Prohibition story is stranger, funnier, and a whole lot more human, and you're going to want to tell everyone about it.
BCS SESSION: Which Water Wets Best?
The best tasting water often makes the worst cocktails. Camper English explains why -- and what to use instead.
BCS SESSION: Original Sins - The Absolute Worst Cocktails and Recipes for Salvation
You followed the spec exactly. It was awful. This session explains why -- and it's not your fault!
BCS SESSION: You’re Already a Sake Tasting Expert (You Just Didn’t Know It Yet)
Evaluate sake using the palate skills you already have, including aroma, texture, balance, and umami.
BCS POP-UP: THE MOTLEY FLOW: PUPPY YOGA WITH TITO’S
Find your center, lose the stress, and let the puppies do the rest at The Motley Flow.
BCS SESSION: Beer & the Bar - A History of Beer Cocktails
From colonial-era flips to modern IPA builds, this hands-on class traces the centuries-long history of beer cocktails -- and closes with a live hot flip demonstration made with a red hot poker.
BCS SESSION: Slow & Seasonal: Crafting Sustainable Cocktail Programs
Session information coming soon!
BCS POP-UP: THE MOTLEY FLOW: PUPPY YOGA WITH TITO’S
Find your center, lose the stress, and let the puppies do the rest at The Motley Flow.
BCS SESSION: Is pisco the next thing, again?
Everyone knows the Pisco Sour -- but pisco is so much more than that. This session digs into the history, the grapes, the Peru vs. Chile debate, and why this centuries-old spirit deserves a permanent spot on your menu.
BCS SESSION: The Influencer Equation: How to Work with the Crowd
We’re moving past the "free drink for a post" era to talk about real partnerships, current 2026 trends, and how you can work with content creators to drive actual foot traffic into your bar.
BCS SESSION: Zacapa: A Masterclass in Patience & Place
Discover the philosophy of "The Art of Slow" and the unique environmental factors that define one of the world's most distinguished spirits.
LEARNING LAB: The Spirit of Tequila- A Journey with Casa Maestri
Taste through a curated flight to discover how slow-cooking and careful aging create signature smooth, rich profiles.