London's Best Cocktail Classes

Who doesn't love something mixed, muddled and shaken by a pro? From margaritas and mojitos through to sex on the beaches and sazaracs, our city's cocktail bars know how to make them all - and now, they're letting you in on their secrets. Whether it's a hen party or a date night with a difference, we've rounded up the best cocktail classes in London, all of which will let you slurp your way to a new skill.

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Last updated on 12th June 2025




Cocktail Masterclass

@ Blame Gloria Clapham Junction on Tue, 29th Apr 2025 - Wed, 31st Dec 2025

Head down to Blame Gloria in Clapham Junction to shake things up, thanks to a lively 90-minute cocktail masterclass. Their brilliant bartenders will teach you how to mix and pour two of their iconic concoctions, with a number of different exciting choices.

You'll also get iconic Starburst Boogie cocktail on arrival, as well as complimentary shots throughout - all as part of your £35 ticket. Plus, there are all kinds of fun games to take part in.

Sausage Press Martini Masterclass

@ One Hundred Shoreditch on Wed, 25th Jun 2025 @ 16:00 - 17:00

Filthy, dirty, wet, or dry - few drinks stir as much passion (and debate) as the iconic martini. Join The Seed team at One Hundred Shoreditch for a one-hour masterclass unlike any other, created in collaboration with indie zine legends Sausage Press to mark the launch of The Martini Edition. 

Part tasting, part storytelling, this masterclass explores the alchemy of ratios, rituals, texture, and temperature, those quiet, precise elements that make or break a great martini. You'll sample a few house interpretations before crafting your own version, tailored exactly to your taste.

The Cocktail Club - Cocktail Masterclasses - London

If you fancy taking part in a sexy cocktail class, The Cocktail Club has you covered across the city including in areas like Shoreditch, Oxford Circus Canary Wharf. these £40 sessions will teach you everything you need to know about mixology, ideal for a fun group outing.

You'll each receive a glass of bubbles on arrival, before you try your hand at creating two concoctions of your own. Think brambles, mojitos and more - and you can even take on their famous daquiri challenge afterwards.

Sicilian Style Cocktail Class

@ Norma on Various dates from Thursday 19th June 2025

Step into the world of Sicilian flavours with Norma's Cocktail Masterclass, a hands-on experience that takes guests on a journey through Italy's most iconic cocktails. Available every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 4pm to 5.30pm, for just £55 per person, this class is the perfect way to learn the art of cocktail-making with a twist of Italian flair.

Guests will kick off with a signature Blood Orange Negroni, followed by the refreshing Italicus Spritz, and finish with a rich Sicilian Espresso Martini. To complement the cocktails, a selection of Sicilian-style street food snacks will keep the tastebuds dancing.

Cocktail Masterclass

@ Barrio Shoreditch on Tue, 29th Apr 2025 - Wed, 31st Dec 2025

Ready to become a cocktail expert? Join the team at Barrio Shoreditch and Soho for an exciting cocktail masterclass where you'll learn how to shake, stir, and pour like a pro.

For just £35 per person, you'll get hands-on experience crafting two of your favourite cocktails from a selection including Tommy's Margarita, Pornstar Martini, Piña Colada, and Mojito. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, hen do, or simply looking for a fun activity with friends, this class is perfect for adding some flair to your drink-making skills.

Tonight Josephine

Though you may know them best for their pink interiors and party vibes, Tonight Josephine is also a great shout for cocktail masterclasses. They host these at their venues in Shoreditch, Waterloo and Clapham on a regular basis, led by one of their iconic bartenders.

Tickets cost just £35 each, including a welcome Razzle Dazzle and two cocktails of your choice to make. These sessions last 90 minutes, and there'll be shots and a lively atmosphere throughout.

Shanghai Lounge: Cocktail Masterclass

@ 68 and Shanghai on Wed, 12th Feb 2025 - Sun, 30th Nov 2025

Shake things up at 68 Shanghai's Cocktail Making Class in Spitalfields. For just £35 per person, join a fun, hands-on experience where you'll craft two signature cocktails, guided by a professional mixologist.

Start with a mini martini and immerse yourself in the art of Asian-inspired cocktails. Perfect for a date night, birthday, or team event, this exclusive class gives you all the tools to mix, muddle, and stir like a pro.

Dirty Martini

Take flight with Dirty Martini at one of their stylish locations - Bishopsgate, Covent Garden, Islington, Monument, or St Paul's - and master the art of mixology. For just £35 per person, expert bartenders will walk you through a hands-on cocktail-making session.

Kick things off with a chilled glass of prosecco, then enjoy the chance to create three different cocktails, choosing between the blood orange and vanilla martini, pornstar martini, mango margarita, or espresso martini. Between drinks, indulge in sliders and small plates, all served in their chic birdcage sharers.

Bobby's Cocktail Masterclass

@ Bobby Fitzpatrick on Various dates from Tuesday 17th June 2025

Taking place at Bobby Fitzpatrick in Hampstead, this fantastic cocktail masterclass teaches you how to make three delicious tipples across a 90-minute session. Designed for groups of four to six people, their talented mixologists will guide you through the process while sharing their drinks knowledge.

Whip up a Bramble and a daquiri to begin with, before your choice of an espresso martini, whiskey sour or margarita - all included in your £35 ticket.

Burnt Faith

Burnt Faith Brandy House in Walthamstow is home to a fabulous cocktail masterclass from £25 per person, where you'll learn about the fantastic spirit that is brandy before getting hands-on in the mixology department and whipping up some delicious tipples yourself. There are also coaching workshops available to get stuck into, plus tasting events for more than just the humble brandy.

Map Maison

Fancy learning something new? Map Maison in Hackney are hosting a fantastic practical cocktail masterclass, complete with a tapas-style afternoon tea at the end. After a complimentary drink on arrival, you can learn to create delicious concoctions, followed by the likes of sweet potato tart, bruschetta and red velvet cake.

Victorian Gin Tasting Masterclass

@ Mr Fogg's Hat Tavern & Gin Club on Saturday 21st June 2025 and 21 other Saturdays

Looking for a unique event with a Victorian theme? Then head to Mr Fogg's in Soho, where they're hosting a gin tasting and masterclass that takes you on a journey through the history of this juniper-infused spirit in London. You'll be welcomed to the two-hour session with a refreshing G&T, before entering the secretive Gin Club where the expert mixologists will teach you how to make four different drinks, before you choose your favourite and create one for yourself. To finish? Head upstairs to The Hat Tavern, where you'll get to enjoy your sips.

Cocktail Masterclass

@ Trapeze on Various dates from Wednesday 18th June 2025

Taking place on various dates throughout the week, Trapeze's cocktail masterclass is one that don't want to miss. The Shoreditch venue promises colourful, circus-inspired interiors and expert mixologists, who'll tech you how to create their most delicious drinks.

Tickets cost just £25 per person, including a welcome drink and two cocktails each during the hands-on class. 

Cocktail Making At The Chocolate Cocktail Club

@ The Chocolate Cocktail Club on Various dates from Saturday 28th June 2025

Get ready to shake, stir and sample some seriously delicious drinks when you attend a Cocktail Making At The Chocolate Cocktail Club in Farringdon. Their concoctions are known for incorporating quirky sweet treats, and in these 90-minute sessions you can learn how to create two of their blends for yourself. Tickets cost just £32.50 per person, including a free glass of prosecco on arrival as well.

Lucky Voice Karaoke - Venues in London

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.

What's On at Laki Kane

This tiki paradise in the heart of Angel is not only a gorgeous tropical hideaway, but its first floor is also home to fun and interactive cocktail masterclasses, with sessions aimed at couples and corporates so no one's missing out. 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.

Cheeky Events

To pair your London cocktail class with premium naked butlers, pamper parties and more, Cheeky Events are here. Making sure your hen, stag or otherwise is just to your liking, creating bespoke packages for you, these guys promise a truly memorable evening.