Looking for a unique way to enjoy some drinks? Or fancy learning a new skill from the experts? Then be sure to check out our essential guide to the best cocktail classes in Manchester.
From tailor-made sessions to private workshops and fun one-offs, they're the perfect activity for stag and hen nights, birthday parties, laid-back work events or dates. So get the drinks flowing with these brilliant activities.
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Ever wanted to learn how to make your own tiki drink? Book one of Mean Eyed Cat Manchester's cocktail masterclasses and discover how to concoct your favourite tipples and American-inspired twists on the classics. Groups must include a minimum of eight so grab your mates and get mixing.
If you're intrigued by their molecular magic, you can venture to The Alchemist's cocktail making in Manchester. With packages starting at £30 per person, each masterclass sees you make two cocktails each and drink a third, with the chance to upgrade to include food as well.
Maybe you already know a thing or two about how to make a tipple, but whether you want to hone your talent or discover it, All Bar One's cocktail classes are fabulous fun for all. Go for either the bellini package from £35 per person or the regular for a fiver less and learn how to shake up some of your favourites. Feeling hungry? Throw in a two-course meal alongside your creations for £46.50 each.
From a lemon cheesecake number to salted caramel martinis, Banyan's offerings are giving you the opportunity to whip up some of the tastiest tipples in town. Coming in at just £25 per person, head on down for master mixology, drinking and more.
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Brimming with Americana cool, Be At One is not only one of the most-visited cocktail spots in the city, but it also has some of the best classes and events. Learn how to mix and muddle your favourites, with add-ons available to make your evening extra special.
From espresso martinis to hibiscus concoctions, The Anthologist Manchester's cocktail making will teach you how to create some of the best booze around. Classes start from just £25, with the choice of Champagne on arrival, the chance to shake up 2 concoctions and a 3-course dinner to top it all off.
It may be one of the most buzzing party joints on Deansgate Locks, but did you also know that they also come up trumps when it comes to an affordable classes? Shimmy on over to Revolution Manchester's cocktail making class for frivolity, fun and fruit mixes aplenty.
Shake, strain, squeeze and flame your way to success with The Liquor Store. Available for between 6 and 25 people to book, with a prize for the best effort each round, it's one of the best cocktail making classes in Manchester for a hen do. Topping it off? Farewell shots for everyone.
Adding a twist to their cocktail making classes for mixology in Manchester is Slug and Lettuce, where you'll enjoy 90 minutes of of competitive creating. You can choose from two classic drinks, before enjoying a glass of prosecco, cheesy nachos and fries, making it perfect for couples and groups alike.
Check out their six locations across Manchester, including Sale, Didsbury, Piccadilly and more. This is ideal for hen parties, birthdays or just because, with set drinks packages available for special occasions too.
Vowing for the title of best cocktail masterclass in Manchester for two, Revolucion De Cuba lets you spice things up with a Latin American vibes. A fiery show of stunning flavours and fine drinks making, this is the spot to learn all about mixology with the city's finest.
Inviting you to mix, muddle and mash your way to cocktail perfection, All Bar One has something for everyone. As well as different options for all budgets, there's mini games, bubbly, finger food and dessert boards for those of you really going all out.
Cheeky Events are here to spice up your cocktail class. Not only can these party packages come complete with naked butlers, strippers and more, but each guest will get to whip up multiple concoctions with the help of mixologists.
Taking a class at MOJO is perfect for a night out with the girls, a birthday party with mates or even just to shake up your usual after-work drinks... literally. Choose your package, add on a party menu and make a night of it. You'll be a master in no time.
Prices vary depending on the venue, duration, and what's included, but you can expect to pay from around £25 per person at the more accessible end — Banyan and The Anthologist both offer classes from £25pp — up to £35pp and beyond for sessions that include food, champagne on arrival, or premium spirits. Most classes last between 90 minutes and two hours.
Absolutely — the vast majority of cocktail classes in Manchester are designed with beginners in mind. You don't need any bartending experience; a professional mixologist will guide you through every step, from understanding spirits and flavour combinations to shaking, stirring, and garnishing. Venues like The Alchemist and The Anthologist are particularly well-suited to first-timers, with structured, step-by-step sessions.
Several venues on this list cater brilliantly to hen parties, with private rooms, games, and celebratory extras built in. Revolution at Deansgate Locks offers a fun, high-energy session with fruit mixes and a party atmosphere, while Slug and Lettuce runs 90-minute competitive classes across six Manchester locations — including Piccadilly and Didsbury — with prosecco, nachos, and fries included. Revolucion De Cuba is another popular pick for groups wanting Latin-inspired vibes alongside their mixology.
Yes — several venues offer cocktail classes that work perfectly for couples or pairs. Revolucion De Cuba specifically markets its masterclass as one of the best options for two, and The Alchemist's sessions are bookable for small groups. It's worth checking minimum group sizes when booking, as some venues (like Mean Eyed Cat) require a minimum of eight guests.
