Bourbon Development - Dayton

Join us this month for our signature professional networking happy hour at Tender Mercy, one of downtown Dayton’s most distinctive cocktail lounges. Designed for professionals, entrepreneurs, and business leaders, these monthly gatherings provide a relaxed, upscale environment to build meaningful connections beyond the typical networking event.

Whether you are looking to expand your professional network, strengthen existing relationships, or simply unwind after the workday, this event blends purposeful conversation with expertly crafted cocktails in an intimate, speakeasy-style setting. No formal agenda—just quality people, thoughtful conversations, and a welcoming atmosphere that encourages authentic connection.

What to know:

• Parking - Tender Mercy offers complimentary valet

• Access - By subway entrace down the stairs directly in front of Sueno

• Vibe - A casual yet elevated networking environment

• Attending - Professionals from a wide range of industries

• Drinks - Craft cocktails and bourbon, cash bar

A community collective. Grab a drink. Invite a friend.

EXCLUSIVE TASTING OFFER

Tender Mercy is offering a Weller Tasting Experience a rare opportunity to explore the depth and distinction of one of bourbon’s most coveted collections through a curated 1-oz tasting flight of W.L. Weller Full Proof, Weller 12 Year, and Weller Single Barrel.

This guided experience highlights the nuanced craftsmanship, wheated mash bill, and aging techniques that have made Weller a benchmark among serious bourbon enthusiasts. From the bold intensity of Full Proof, to the refined balance of the 12 Year, to the expressive individuality of the Single Barrel, each pour tells a different chapter of the same exceptional story.

Designed for both the seasoned collector and the curious connoisseur, this tasting is less about drinking bourbon—and more about understanding why Weller has earned its legendary status.

*Only 24 Tastings Available - Book your spot ahead of the event.

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Experience The Idea Collective concepts:

Tender Mercy is an intimate, subterranean cocktail lounge that feels more like a well-kept secret than a bar. Designed with moody sophistication and a meticulous attention to detail, it pairs world-class cocktails with an atmosphere that invites conversation, curiosity, and connection. Every element—from the lighting to the glassware to the storytelling behind each drink—is intentional, making Tender Mercy not just a night out, but an experience that lingers long after the last sip.

Sueño is a vibrant expression of modern Mexican cuisine, blending bold flavors, artful presentation, and an energetic, welcoming atmosphere. Rooted in tradition but unapologetically contemporary, Sueño invites guests to explore shareable dishes, inventive cocktails, and a sense of joy that permeates the space. It’s a place where food sparks connection, celebration feels natural, and every visit feels like an occasion—whether planned or spontaneous.

Three Birds offers a fresh, approachable take on the modern American gathering place—where elevated comfort food, thoughtfully crafted drinks, and genuine hospitality come together effortlessly. It’s the kind of space that feels equally right for a casual weeknight dinner, a celebratory toast, or a long conversation that wasn’t planned but feels necessary. Three Birds embodies the belief that great hospitality doesn’t need to be complicated—it just needs to be done well.