Best Drinks Events And Tastings In London

Of course there's nothing wrong with indulging in the same drink every time you go out, but with the summer in full swing, there's never been a better time to explore everything that the city's bartenders have to offer. It's time to stop dipping your toes; just dive straight in. Check out our recommendations for the best drinks events in London and discover some of the ace liquor-centric activities this city has to offer.

Last edited by Kiera Chapman

Last updated on 5th November 2024




Merchant House

Merchant House know more than just a thing or two when it comes to drinks in London. Notorious for their masterclasses, tastings and workshops, these bars are sure to help you get to know whisky on a whole new level with experts on-hand to guide you through every sip.

German Kraft

German Kraft are bringing a range of brewery tours and beer tasting events to their Dalston site, as well as having student discount nights in Elephant and Castle. Expect the finest sips from Germany and behind the scenes access.

Gosnells Of London

With brewery tours, tastings and even a mead brewing workshop, Gosnells Of London has plenty in store for lovers of this beverage. Get insider knowledge, plenty of booze and even some to take home with you across these fun drinks events in Bermondsey and Peckham.

Whiskey Experience

@ The New York Bar on Wed, 12th Jun 2024 - Wed, 30th Apr 2025

The New York Bar near Victoria is bringing you a luxurious whiskey-tasting experience where you'll be able to try three different variations accompanied by snacks from its delicious small plates menu. The renowned bar's resident expert will take you on a journey through premium ranges, delivering fruity single malts and deep peat flavours and tickets are £220 for two people.

Wine Tasting Flight

@ Aspen and Meursault on Fri, 19th Jan 2024 - Fri, 19th Mar 2027

Neighbourhood wine bar Aspen and Meursault isn't just a pretty face, as they've got the the tasting flights to make sure you get the very best of your vino-filled experience. You'll make your way through eight different kinds, matched with four courses of small plates too - with prices starting at £75 per person if you book off-peak. Plus, Elephant & Castle sister bar Diogenes The Dog has the same offer in store.

What's On at Laki Kane

Head down to this tropical paradise and Thai kitchen to hone your cocktail-making skills. Laki Kane in Islington offers a variety of classes for couples, corporates and more. There's even a premium rum session where you can use spices and dried fruits of your choice to make the ultimate potion. 

What's On At Renegade Wine Bar

Sip on some of the finest vinos at Renegade's cosy bar nestled under the Bethnal Green railway arches. Enjoy their range of wines and nibbles, or try their other boozy and non-alcoholic concoctions. P.S. Don't miss out on their Thirsty Thursday tastings or wine and cheese evenings.

Brackenbury Brews

Get on down to FAIM for Brackenbury Brews' fun-filled Build Your Own Spritz Cocktail Masterclass. Enjoy guidance from an expert mixologist and learn how to whip up a range of thirst-quenching tipples at this unique drinks event in Fitzrovia.

The Egerton House Hotel

Make your way to The Egerton House Hotel in Knightsbridge for some top-notch drinks events. Head to their much-loved martini masterclasses, to not only learn all about how to make the iconic bevvy, but to also learn some cool facts about it too.

First Glass Wine Events

Taking place across venues in Balham and Elephant and Castle, First Glass Wine Events is a unique drinks tasting experience that doubles as a singles event. Meet likeminded individuals while sipping premium vino, guided by their expert hosts.

Tickets start from £29, including five glasses of wine each. They'll let you know after the event who matched your palate perfectly, so you might find someone to enjoy your next drink with.

Youngs

Young's have many pubs dotted across London, and several of them have fantastic drinks events throughout the year. From a classy wine tasting to a beer festival with live entertainment, there's bound to be something for you, whatever your beverage of choice. 

Ale Hunters

Searching for drinks events in London? Then Ale Hunters' range of events is bound to impress. From fun-packed beer festivals to tastings and tours around some of the city's best or hidden breweries, these activities won't fail to keep beer lovers occupied. 

The Whisky Exchange Events

The Whisky Exchange Events are home to award-winning, annual shows and this festive season is no different. Join them across London Bridge, Covent Garden and Great Portland Street where they'll be hosting their The Big Christmas Tasting Events. 

Tickets start from £10 per person and include a two hour session where you'll be able to enjoy some of the best seasonal pours, featuring big drams full of Christmas cake fruit and spice, rums with layers of chocolate and treacle, plus fireside-ready Cognacs. 

Burlock

Sexy rum bar Burlock is the ideal place to get a taste of the stuff - not only across its 200 bottles at the bar or in cocktails, but also at special events too. Expect complimentary tipples, the chance to meet the makers and live music to accompany.

Urban Pubs and Bars

From whisky and chocolate pairings to kombucha tasting events, Urban Pubs & Bars has got a whole range of exclusive drinks events taking place across their many London venues. Whether you're in the market for a boozy supper club or a simple wine night, they've got you covered.

Vagabond Cheese + Wine

Want your London wine tasting to be paired with plenty of cheese? Learn how to best fit the two together by trying five of each at Vagabond, where the masterclasses will teach you how to impress others with your knowledge. 

Burnt Faith

Brandy distillery Burnt Faith is the first of its kind in the UK and has a ripe roster of events to get involved with over the upcoming months. The Walthamstow-based venue is hosting an agave history and styles tasting night, an evening dedicated to exploring sake and even a few cocktail masterclasses along the way - proving that you don't have to be a brandy fan to attend one if its mixologogy events. 

The Rhythm and Booze Project

The ultimate live blues and whisky experience, The Rhythm and Booze Project is hosted by Felipe and Paul, who blend music performance and an open bar at their fun event. Hosted by Crol and Co in Bermondsey, this combination of gig and whisky tasting includes a never-ending supply of drams for £65 per person.

The Five Points Brewing Co

If you're a bit of a beer fanatic, you'll love this. The Five Points Brewing Co is hosting a brilliant roster of events centred around craft and cask creations. Whichever happening you bag a ticket to, you'll be sipping all kinds of tasty pints.

The Chocolate Cocktail Club

Salted caramel, Toblerone, mint-flavoured... The Chocolate Cocktail Club sure know how to do a tasty mix. Make your way over to their East London venue for a night indulging in quirky, delicious creations that you can't get anywhere else. These guys also offer a fantastic drinks making masterclass here - a 90-minute session where you'll learn to create two bespoke tipples from their menu.

Pilango Cider Bar

Head to Parsons Green where Pilango is opening up its shop floor for a series of tastings and masterclasses. You'll get to sample everything from Champagne-style fizz to dessert ciders in a fun and welcoming South London setting.

Moonshine Saloon: Western Cocktail Experience

@ Moonshine Saloon on Various dates from Saturday 9th November 2024

Grab your favourite bottle of hooch and head to the Wild West (in Central London). It's here you'll find a team of expert mixologists at the Moonshine Saloon, who are waiting to create stunning cocktails as you take part in a thrilling cowboy-inspired immersive drinks experience. 

London Bridge Distillery School

For those expert tastings, the London Bridge Distillery School has plenty in store. Whether you're in the mood for a rum blending experience or gin distilling afternoon, there's a boatload to choose from. Better yet, you'll get to take home your very own creations.

La Bibliotheque

La Bibliotheque in Hackney is a classy restaurant which hosts a range of drinks tastings. Take a whisky masterclass where you'll experience flavours from all over the world, or enjoy a three-course dinner with wine or sake pairings, and if you're feeling fancy you can try their Champagne brunch too.

Opium

A two-storey venue in Soho, Opium is a sophisticated cocktail bar inspired by the 1920s, located behind a secret door on Gerrard Street. Not only do they use some of the most creative techniques around to make their drinks, but they also host a number of brilliant events.

You can enjoy tastings of rum, sake or whisky here, with tickets starting from 35 per person. These sessions are led by experts in the drinks, and you'll also get 20% off your bill afterwards.

RUM SHOW 2025 - THE ULTIMATE RUM TASTING EXPERIENCE!

@ Glaziers Hall on Friday 18th and Saturday 19th July 2025

Glaziers Hall are the hosts of the Rum Show 2024, which is the ultimate tasting experience from 5th to 6th July. There are more than 50 exhibitors with over 250 bottles to sample between them, plus a free glass to take home and a cocktail token each - alongside all the masterclasses, talks and demos.

Hiver Taproom

For drinks tastings in London, Hiver Beer is a top choice. This Bermondsey hotspot flaunts a Brewfest event, where a £6 ticket includes a branded glass and a complimentary half pint. On top of that, there will also be experts who will run you through 10 diverse lines.

Victorian Gin Tasting Masterclass

@ Mr Fogg's Hat Tavern & Gin Club on Saturday 9th November 2024 and 53 other Saturdays

Snap up tickets for £58 per person to Mr Fogg's Victorian Gin Sip at its Hat Tavern & Gin Club in Central London. This totally tipple-tastic experience includes two bespoke cocktails, nibbles, tastings and botanical pairings, plus a Victorian drink masterclass. Enjoy a welcome G&T as you're equipped with your quirky hat and begin your adventure, winding through the eclectic, cosy rooms of this vibrant hub. 

Wine Tasting with Domaine of the Bee

@ RSA House on Thu, 12th Dec 2024 @ 19:00 - 21:00

For fans of unique vino, look no further than the Wine Tasting with Domaine of the Bee at RSA House in Embankment this November. This brilliant wine company is owned by Justin Howard-Sneyd and his wife Amanda, and he'll be teaching you all about the history and process of creating his exclusive bottles, which are made from four hectares of very old vines in the South of France. Topping it all off? you'll get to taste plenty of his creations too.

Distil Your Own Gin!

@ London Bridge Distillery School on Various dates from Saturday 9th November 2024

If you're looking for something a little different than a brewery tour, how about booking tickets to London Bridge Distillery School's Gin Experience? You'll receive a welcome drink, access to 24 specially selected botanicals to help you craft your drink and a 50cl bottle to take home with you. 

Kindred

Located in Hammersmith, Kindred is a stylish venue filled with greenery and colourful furnishings. Head there this month for a fantastic cheese and wine club, where you'll get to try five different samples from Chiswick Cheese Market alongside complementary glasses of vino. Immerse yourself in French, Italian and Greek cuisines through these tasty bites, with tickets coming in at £40 per person.

Greek Wine Tasting Night Covent Garden

@ Brother Marcus Covent Garden on Tuesday 26th November 2024

Get ready for a fun-filled evening at Brother Marcus in Covent Garden on Tuesday the 29th of October. For only £65 per person, you can sip on unique Greek wines from hidden regions while savouring delicious bites.

The Greek Wine Tasting Night, in collaboration with Maltby & Greek, features six fabulous wines and mouthwatering small plates like beetroot houmous, fennel tzatziki with a spicy twist, and smoky baba ganoush with toasted pitta. It's a night of flavour you won't want to miss.

Bow Wine Nights

@ Balfour At Bow Wine Vaults on Various dates from Wednesday 13th November 2024

Balfour at Bow Wine Vaults are making sure you get your fix of wine tasting events with their regular £25 per person sessions. You'll enjoy six wines while being guided by the venue's tasting experts, with each collection centred around a theme ranging from Champagne versus English sparking to different wine regions and grapes.

Lowlander Tastings

Lowlander Tastings takes place in Covent Garden and showcases an array of delicious beers in collaboration with famous Belgian breweries. On the weekend, look forward to discovering a new favourite sip paired perfectly with food, and pick from a selection of events featuring fruity concoctions and modern craft brews.

58 and CO

The award-winning distillery, 58 and CO, can be found tucked under the arches by Haggerston overground station offering an array of activities for botanical lovers and enthusiasts alike.

Snap up tickets to its gin school from £125 per person and learn how to distil your very own bottle to take home with you. It also runs exclusive tasting events, pairing fine drinks with delightful cheeses, and vermouth masterclasses.