Cocktail Classes London
Everybody loves a mighty, mixed drink and it's no secret that London has some of very best cocktail bars in the business. Many of these venues also offer fantastic cocktail masterclass packages too, where you're invited to take centre stage in whipping up all sorts of creative concoctions with your mates. We've searched the capital from tip to toe and come up with this list of the best cocktail making classes in London.
Last updated on 16th June 2017
T.T Liquor cocktail-making class gives small groups of mixers their very own custom-built bars to work with (alongside providing equipment and glassware for each individual) - so there's no waiting around or taking turns here; this is two hours of continuous mixing and tasting! Master the basics before learning more complex techniques. End the day by competing with others to make the best cocktail of the day!
Learn to muddle and mix your favourite concoctions at the seriously swish May Fair Bar. Their expert mixologists will lead you through every stage of making three cocktails, as well as surprising you with competitions and goodies along the way. If you're feeling peckish, add in dinner.
While the forefront of desserts in London, Basement Sate is a broody destination that knows a thing or two about cocktails aswell. 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. Learn how to mix and muddle new cocktails with one of the interactive mixology classes. Perfect for office team building, dates, something a little different in London or just a bit of fun.
Bird of Smithfield’s cocktail masterclass is a great way to learn the art of mixology in a relaxed and fun environment. Each guest will learn how to create an extensive array from an expert mixologist of drinks before competing in a shake-off against one another! This is an amazing way to learn a new skill and drink some great cocktails.
These 90 minute masterclasses are an experience in enlightenment, with the best mixers in the business on hand to lend their mad skillz and pass on some top knowledge. Make your two favourite cocktails and sample plenty of foodie goodies alongside at these fun fests.
Beaufort House’s masterful bartenders will teach you the tricks of the trade in their refined cocktail masterclasses. They’ll teach you through the history of the spirits you’re using, before letting you lose behind the bar to create their exquisite concoctions for yourself.
A six-floored party palace in a bulls-eye central location, who knew Piccadilly Institute also held one of the best cocktail classes in the West End? These guys get you started with a welcome drink, before teaching you all of the tricks of the trade for two of your favourite classic cocktails. There’s a sharing platter for every fourth guest, and a couple of shots during all those fun and games.
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 menu of signature creations and spirit infusion. Imparting their vast knowledge, the team behind the bar will also host a number of frivolous cocktail making classes, perfect for group nights out and those special occasions.
Notoriously playful and always excelling in their craft, here's your chance to learn how to play the Be At One way. Your 90-minute session covers all kinds of history, shaking, making and tasting, with plenty of games to enjoy along the way. It's £25 a head and designed for groups of six or more, and there's classes to be enjoyed Shoreditch, Clapham and Farringdon if Covent Garden doesn't suit.
This Piccadilly social hub offers you an exclusive masterclass experience that can be teamed with a three-course meal for just £33 per person. Coming with a welcome drink, the chance to make two of your fave cocktails and a sharing platter for every fourth guest, there’s a couple of shots to help wash everything down with too.
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.
Delve into the textured tastes of several drinks with Voltaire’s Cocktail Masterclass. Each date focuses on a different spirit, moving from bourbon to gin to rum, with two interactive cocktail making sessions in each. You’ll be greeted with a drinks reception and, after the class, you’ll be given recipes for each cocktail to practice at home.
The expert mixologists of Ping Pong Covent Garden are inviting you into their bar for a true cocktail masterclass. For under £20 you’ll learn to make (and drink!) two cocktails, as well as get one on arrival – all while in one of Central London’s favourite bars.
The Met Bar invites you behind the bar to try your hand at one of their Cocktail Masterclasses. Got a penchant for a particular spirit? You'll want one of their spirit-specific packages, otherwise choose the 'Met Experience', which allows you to recreate the cocktails from quite frankly delightful Met Bar cocktail list. Packages are priced between £30-£55 per person.
Based in London Bridge, the Hide Bar is a elegant cocktail bar and restaurant that serves Londoners delicious concoctions and crafty dishes. Hosting a number of cocktail classes and with a library of books all based around mixology, the team of bartenders are purists, sticking to traditional recipes and techniques. Using ingredients bought from the nearby Borough Market, the fruit, spice and spirit infused drinks are well worth a taste if you consider yourself something of a connoisseur.
All Bar One is your number one stop for cocktail classes in London. They are known across the capital for great wine and delicious cocktails, which makes them the perfect tutor for you and your friends for a fun night together.
Tea time just got a whole lot more fun as this Mar-tea-ni masterclass teaches you how to whip up a selection of delicious drinks.Taking place in a secret location, the class kicks off with a cocktail from a professional before you're handed pure milk vodka and flavoured teas to make your own concoctions.
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!
A cocktail masterclass at Zebrano Soho is aimed at those who like a laugh, and also those who have a competitive streak to them! You’ll learn the tricks of the trade from one of the venue’s seriously talented bartenders, and you’ll also come up against everybody else as you battle to make the best concoction. They also run the classes at sister bar Zebrano Carnaby too!
Looking for a cocktail making class in London with a dated and delicious difference? Why not head on down to the vintage wonder of The Bootlegger as their educated mixologists can promise a unique insight into the art of cocktail making.
Based in West India Quay, the Bothy is a welcoming bar and restaurant that serves both seasonal dishes and inventive cocktails. Open early in the morning and shutting up shop close to midnight each day, the venue serves breakfast, dinner and everything in between. Ideal for a night out with your mates or perhaps a special celebration, the bartenders also host a number of fun cocktail classes for guests to enjoy. Who knows, you might be a flairing natural.
Jack's bar in Waterloo is a cosy spot, based underneath the railway arches and renowned for offering delicious comfort food treats alongside a selection of crowd-pleasing drinks. With the bar stocked full of craft beers and fine wines, the expert team behind the bar offer guests the chance to try their hand at cocktail flairing, hosting a number of frivolous cocktail masterclasses throughout the week.
Majestic. That's the word that instantly springs to mind when asked to describe The Fable's cocktails. The venue's expert in-house bartenders will be on hand to guide you through the construction of their tasty tipples, and the friendly staff are happy to tailor their classes to suit the wants and needs of each individual group. Perfect for a customised birthday celebration in London.
Book yourself in for a masterclass at The London Cocktail Club and you will be learning from the very best concoction crafters in the capital. This basement bar serves up some truly delicious and interesting cocktails like the flaming Brixton Riot and the very popular Porn Star Martini. The owners, JJ and James, are mentored by Raymond Blanc and Sam and Eddie Hart of Quo Vadis so they serve up some great food alongside the cocktails - certainly a good mix to learn cocktail making from.
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.
A tiki-inspired den of central London cavorting, Kanaloa is also known for the quality of its cocktail class bundle. It’s £29.95 a head, or you can add a two or three course meal to your package if you’d like. Enjoy a welcome drink, a sharing platter between four and you’ll spend your time making two of your favourite classic cocktails in a fun and welcoming environment.
JuJu's cocktails are out of this world. How else are we to explain the fact that they've won Best Late Night Bar, Best for Mixology and Best Bar in the past few years? Amateurs, budding bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts are invited to try their hand at mixing up a storm at one of JuJu's cocktail classes. Once you've shaken and stirred your way through the class, sip on your liquid creations in an elegant and classy environment.
With the sun shining and the nation once again intoxicated with all the Wimbledon madness, head to the Regent's Canal and celebrate the British summer with a tea-themed cocktail masterclass. Taking place at a secret canalside venue, the event will teach guests all about making the perfect alcoholic cuppa using Black Cow milk vodka. If that hasn't piqued your interest, then perhaps the alcoholic scones and gin-infused cream tarts will do the trick. Trust us, this is one cocktail masterclass you won't forget anytime soon.
Ever wanted to learn how to really make cocktails? This special master class will not only teach you how to mix some delicious drinks, but also help you create some unique garnishes out of fruit and veg, all while in a stunning studio space looking over the Regents Canal. You’ll even leave with a recipe card so you can practice at home.
Effortlessly cool and offering a unique concept to its patrons, The Studio also offers a fantastic masterclass package. The sessions are run by industry leading bartenders, who teach you the tricks of the trade as you learn how to master 2 or 3 of your chosen favourite cocktails. You’ll be learning all about the spirits and concoctions involved, and there’s awesome banter to be had with your teacher all along the way.
Bird is a stunning, 5-storey Georgian townhouse affording great views of Smithfield Market from its suntrap roof terrace. Inside, the venue is one of the best for private hire in London, with popular cocktail masterclass sessions bookable. Rally up some mates and head for a relaxed and fun workshop, where you’ll learn about Bird’s signature serves and some of the classics.
Not to be confused with a table-tennis games bar, Ping Pong is actually one of Covent Garden’s leading restaurants and bars for dim sum and cocktails. You’ll get started with a welcome cocktail, before your group is split into teams (who doesn’t love a bit of friendly competition?) where you’ll learn to free-pour, create Ping Pong signatures and take in a few tips for creating amazing cocktails of your own back at home.
A true titan of the Shoreditch scene; McQueen shares its expertise in the form of their bespoke masterclasses. Bar manager Artur Dogiel is on the scene to show you how to shake, rattle and stir your fave drinks from the bar. Whether you're a complete novice or secretly fancy yourself as a bit of a master mixolosist, you're sure to revel in the glamorous surroundings of McQueen's glam rock basement club.
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.
West End favourite Loop offers a standard cocktail class package at £29.95 per head, and you could add either a two or three-course meal to your plans if you so choose. A welcome drink gets you settled, you’ll make two of your favourite cocktails and there’s a sharing platter for every four guests.
The team at Voltaire in Central London have joined forces with Fair Gin, hosting a cocktail masterclass that's full of intriguing facts and brilliant surprises. On arrival, guests will be welcomed with an ice-cold G&T and freshly made canapes, before sitting down and learning all about the history of gin. After that, you'll be lead to the bar, where the team will teach you how to make your favourite cocktails using their arsenal of ingredients.
Pay homage to Enid Blyton's Famous Five' novel and take part in a thrilling a cocktail and dinner pairing class that's sure to leave you smiling. With a night dedicated to Pinkster Gin in March and an equally intriguing Havana Club evening on offer in April, guests will be able to enjoy a delicious selection of dishes, where every ingredient has been selected to match the potent cocktails on offer. Think Black Forrest Moose served alongside Mai Thai.
All Bar One is the number one destination for classy wines and cocktails. Their Greenwich location comes spread across three floors, and offers a fantastic cocktail masterclass to boot. If you fancy making cocktails like the pros at the renowned All Bar One, then this is your opportunity.
Learn to make some beaut cocktails, then belt out your favourite guilty pleasure anthems while you’re drinking them. Soho’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.
Ninetyeight bar offers up one of the best classes in Shoreditch. A striking venue characterised by its crazy mix of toys, sweets quirky décor and even lickable flavoured wax candles; the lively back room can be hired out for 30-50 people so it's great for parties and private events. Ninetyeight has its own cocktail making classes studio, perfect for a chilled out session with your nearest and dearest.
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