Sip and sup at this four-day-long mixer, July 21-25, in the city that invented the cocktail. Enjoy lectures, book signings, dinner pairings, cooking and mixing demonstrations.

"The event brings together the best and brightest of the cocktail community—award-winning mixologists, authors, bartenders, chefs and designers—for a five-day celebration of the history and artistry of making drinks. Each year offers a spirited series of dinners, demos, tastings, competitions, seminars, book signings, tours and parties all perfectly paired with some of the best cocktails ever made." (taken from www.talesofthecocktail.com)