London's Best Cocktail Classes

The Piano Works West End may be a place to dance all night to their amazing live music, but they've got more tricks up their sleeves. Get behind the bar with their staff and get to making some of their diverse and expertly made cocktails yourself.

While the forefront of desserts in London, Basement Sate is a broody destination that knows a thing or two about drinks as well. With their cocktail classes coming in at just £35 per person, guests can tuck into some of the top tipples in the city, be you a sweet tooth, or hankering for something a bit sharper, you'll be a pro in no time. 

For the budding cocktail connoisseur amongst you, the refined masterclass at The Folly is a great option. The botanical theme stretches from the decor to the menu, and with it you will learn an array of fresh cocktails -perfect for office team building, dates, something a little different in London or just a bit of fun.

The Montague on the Gardens' pop-up Mix It Bar is the place to head when you've got partying with your pals in mind, all with cocktail mixing included of course. You'll enjoy a two-hours drinks experience, before enjoying unlimited bevs afterwards.

While Lockhouse may be a bar known for their craft beer and their award-winning burgers, that doesn't mean they don't know a thing or two when it comes to their cocktails. Join them for a masterclass and learn from some of the best in the business in a cool, industrial setting. 

This tiki paradise in the heart of Angel is not only a gorgeous tropical hideaway, but its first floor is also home to the fun and interactive rum masterclasses. Gain some valuable insight on the drink itself and learn how to spice your own rum, then enjoy a tipple or two from the bar downstairs.

Megaro is a basement bar in Kings Cross that's created a reputation for itself thanks to its stunning cocktail menu and quirky decor. The venue's expert mixologists have really let their creative side shine, curating a list of signature creations and spirit infusion - check into one of their cocktail classes to learn the tricks of the trade.

Fancy learning from top-tier mixologists? Now you can at The Last Talisman in Bermondsey. Head along to their fun Shake & Bao cocktail experience to learn how to make bespoke bevvies, that will then be matched with mouthwatering bao buns. Sign us up.

Looking for an affordable cocktail class in Clapham? A place where the drinks are just as delicious as the prices? Then we've just the event. Join Clapham's Aquum as they invite friends, hen nights and more to join them in not only learning how to make cocktails, but drinking the delicious treats for themselves.

Having been awarded Best Bar at the London Club and Bar awards 2017, the mixologists at Aviator at Hush have more than earned their dues. Join them behind the Aviator bar for one of the best cocktail classes in London. 

Learn how to shake it like a pro at one of the best cocktail classes in London. Head to Clapham cocktail favourite Tequila Mockingbird for an evening stirring, shaking and sipping some of the bar's best concoctions.

Taking place on the 15th of November, Evans & Peel Detective Agency is hosting The Cantina By El Cabron, an immersive masterclass. Unlock all the family secrets at this Mexican experience as you enjoy cocktails, tastings while watching mixologists do their thing.

Named as one of the best bars in the UK, Homeboy's masterclasses in Islington and Battersea will bring you an insight into how these masters of the craft do its thing. From whipping up classic cocktails to trying something a little more out there, you won't want to miss out on this.

You come to Sway to dance till the early hours, or for some pizzas in their cool restaurant, but they've got another trick up their sleeve: devilishly creative cocktails. Learn how to make them with their master mixologists and you'll have a spectacular time.

Where better to learn how to make sumptuous cocktails than at the super sleek NYC hideout, Dirty Martini Covent Garden? Offering a range of Hen Party packages; for just £55 you can become a mixologist pro, enjoy a three course meal and pick the brains of your very own private bartender!

One of the best cocktail masterclasses in London, this unique offering in the heart of Victoria is designed for larger groups to get their shake on. Head down to Bbar where their fun and friendly sessions will school you in basic, intermediate and all things martini.

If you're looking for cocktail classes in North London, then Allora Hall is a great place to start. The stunning Crouch End bar and restaurant runs regular gin masterclasses, giving you the chance to shake up your very own mix, fresh from the in-house distillery.

Situated in Ealing, Teatro Hall is a fantastic place for pizza, but it also hosts an epic cocktail masterclass. When you first arrive, you'll get to have a welcome glass of prosecco, followed by three carefully-shaked drinks and a 'goodbye' Limoncello.

Temperatures are plummeting, but the only way is up as Skylight is playing host to a number of excellent drinks events this season. Head over to the rooftop haunt and you'll learn how to mix your own stunning cocktail creations alongside unbeatable views to enjoy them with. 

Learn to make some beaut cocktails, then belt out your favourite guilty pleasure anthems while you're drinking them. London's dedicated karaoke bar bring their top drawer bartenders out to demonstrate a few of your favourite classics before it's over to your private booth for an hour of karaoke-fuelled antics. Tickets come in at £30, £45 or £45 for different packages.

Whether you fancy taking part in a sexy cocktail class or just sitting back to watch the mixologists whip up a storm, The Cocktail Club has you covered across the city including in areas like Canary Wharf. You can learn to become a master, guided by the experts themselves, to then go on to make some iconic pours at home.

Dim sum and cocktails are what Ping Pong have perfected over the years, so their masterclasses are sure to give you plenty of insight and expert knowledge. Head on down to Ping Pong in Shepherd's Bush, Covent Garden and St Katharine's Docks to learn all about creating expert mixes, and your own personalised creations at these fun sessions. 

Learn all there is to know about G&Ts over at Skylon Bar and Restaurant's Gin-Lovers Experience. Discover the nuances and delicacies of gins and tonics and sample a delicious variety of mixes, then complete your day with a three-course feast.

The Anthologist are teaching you how to measure, muddle and mix up a storm from Monday through to Friday at their Bank bar and restaurant. The sleek City spot will also tell you about the history of certain tipples and let you make up your own concoction at their cocktail classes.

With over 500 spirits behind the bar, there's certainly no shortage of ingredients to experiment with here. The expert mixologists at this chic restaurant bar are known for making unique and exotic concoctions and they will definitely not disappoint. Come for the masterclass, stay for the delicious Indian food and the irresistibly vibrant late-night atmosphere.

Known for some serious beautiful locations, Albion & East are purveyors of home brew and cracking pizza. Join them at one of their bars, including Serata Hall, Martello Hall and Cattivo, for a range of gin-filled masterclasses.

Callooh Callay, which has outposts in Chelsea and Shoreditch, is hosting a bucketload of drinks events, including a Bacardi rum tasting and mojito masterclass. With the brand's trade ambassador at hand, you'll learn how to make a perfectly balanced cocktail.

Head to this Bishopsgate bar to learn about the history and origins of your favourite spirits before making them into delicious cocktails at your very own mixology table. You'll learn the tricks of the trade from The Drift's expert in-house mixologists and with cocktails like 'Goldfish in a Bag' and 'Rub a Dub Shrub' on the menu, you can bet that it's going to be exciting.

Beaufort House's masterful bartenders will teach you the tricks of the trade in their refined cocktail masterclasses. They'll take you through the history of the spirits you're using, before letting you loose behind the bar to create their exquisite concoctions for yourself.

Craving some cocktails? Make your way to The Egerton House Hotel in Knightsbridge for a fabulous martini class. Not only will you get to learn all the cool facts and history about this amazing bevvy, but you'll also get to taste some too. 

If you're after cocktail masterclasses, this one at Inamo is a real banger. Your evening comes complete with 3 lip-smacking Asian drinks. Afterward, you can tuck into a feast at the restaurant or get into the samba spirit as you head to karaoke.

Head on over to one of the UK's most magical bars, The Alchemist, for a cracking cocktail masterclass. The Canary Wharf venue will let you create and sip three different drinks, all of which involve some cool molecular mixology. 

The Hide Bar is a slick subterranean bar that is all about crafting something delicious, whether that be British plates or their list of inventive drinks. Check out their cocktail library and then have a go behind the bar as the team show you how to mix several classic recipes, all using ingredients from nearby Borough Market.

Hidden in the depths of Mayfair, Purl isn't just a sexy spot for a date night, this cocktail bar is dedicated to the art of mixology. Held at your request, the cocktail classes cover how different ingredients simulate your senses, before having a go at knocking up three different libations.

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