London's Best Cocktail Classes

One of the best cocktail masterclasses in London, this unique offering from the Alcotraz inmates is bringing you a fun and interactive way of learning how to craft some seriously great drinks.

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.

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.

Learn how to whip up some of the best cocktails in the city with this fun masterclass from TwoRuba. With two cocktails per person alongside a selection of nibbles, it's a perfect way to get any party started.

Home to some of Islington's most perfectly prepared cocktails, Homeboy's masterclass brings you an insight into how these masters of the craft do their thing, from whipping up classic cocktails, to trying something a little more out there.

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.

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.

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 Shepherd's Bush to learn all about creating exert mixes, and your own personalised creations at these fun sessions. 

Whether you're in the mood to sample some of the best rum around or sample some very curious concoctions, join Don Papa Rum as they bring you their special Philippino blend to a masterclass paired with chocolates and cocktails.

From bejewelled margaritas to glittering martinis, Christabels is taking you on a journey around the world of cocktails like never before. Learn the art of mixology as you choose your own ingredients and garnish your masterpiece before soaking them all up.

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.

This exciting bar has American dine features and a popular following in the City, and for very good reason. The beautiful mezzanine in the restaurant is perfect for hosting cocktail making classes for up to 25 guests. Ideal for pretty much any occasion!

Studio 88 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.

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.

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.

Hidden in the depths of Mayfair, Purl isn't just a sexy spot for a date night, this cocktail bar are looking to bring you in on their secrets. Hosting a fun filled masterclass where you'll learn tip and tricks, this secret little spot is the perfect place to get to know the art of cocktails better.

Taking place at swish Chelsea bar Goat, this cocktail class promises to turn you pro in no time. Learn how to mix and muddle with their expert barmen before enjoying 50% off food and drink in the restaurant.

Shake up your very own cocktails and tuck into a mouthwatering afternoon tea spread as this Kingsland Road hangout invites you to this boozy masterclass. Not only will you be able to soak up complimentary cocktails and a tapas-inspired feast, but you'll also be able to make two drinks.

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.

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.

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.

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.  

Offering some of the best cocktails in South London, this charming little bar in Brixton will teach you how to whip up your very own at their fun and informative masterclasses.

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.

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.

If you're looking for cocktail classes in Shoreditch, Nightjar should be on your radar. Not only is this slick subterranean spot home to award-winning concoctions, but there's live music and the chance to whip up your very own prohibition-style nips

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.

Get up close and personal with Punch Room's signature cocktail list at this exclusive masterclass that brings you tasters of up to five different concoctions and the chance to shake up your very own drink.

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.

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.

One of the most bananas cocktail classes in the capital this Supermarket Sweep-inspired offering uses ingredients you could find in your local minimart to shake up some very daring drinks.

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.

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. 

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!

What happens when National Pineapple Day meets World Gin Day? Head to the Pineapple Gin Parlour to find out. Think tiki-style concoctions; from pineapple mules to fruit cocktails, with the chance to hake up a few of your own.

If you're looking to get clued up on your scotches, there's no better place to head than that SMWS. Offering cocktails classes and tasting events, they'll have you chatting peat, angel's share and sours in no time.

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. 

Thought Smithfield Market was all meat? Think again, because this historic landmark is also home to Oriole; the cocktail slinging hangout filled with sleek decor and a menu of innovative tipples. There's even live music come the evening.

Head to King's Cross where The Fellow plays host to a unique gin tasting and cocktail making masterclass with Sipsmith where you can enjoy three different cocktails and complimentary G&T on their gorgeous roof terrace.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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. 

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.

Based in West India Quay, The Sipping Room 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.

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.

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.

Fancy two hours of bottomless cocktails? Yeah, we know you do. The Montague on the Gardens are opening their terrace to the Mix It pop-up bar, bringing bottomless drinks, customized creations and one-on-one masterclasses with their master mixers. 

A cosy hideaway in the heart of Bloomsbury, Reverend JW Simpson is the go-to for all things cocktails. Whether it's a masterclass from the team at St Germain, tastings with Chapel Down or a botanical bash with Ketel One, you'll find a wealth of masterclasses at this series.

There aren't many more glamorous places to have a cocktail masterclass, as not only will their talented mixologists teach you how to shake up something delicious, you'll do it in the heart of a prestigious Mayfair hotel.

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.

Not only serving up some of the best dim sum in the city, Ping Pong also offer to let you in on their cocktail making sorcery with one of their hands-on classes.

Leicester Square Kitchen's masterclasses are here to give the people of London the low-down on South American cocktails. This crash course includes tequila-based concoctions, canapes and drink samples with a celebratory dinner at the end.

Shake things up with a cocktail class or go all out with a throwback party at Zebrano. With two venues in Soho, you can't go wrong with a night out here.

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.