5 Types of Cocktail Classes in Manchester to Try This Summer

5 Types of Cocktail Classes in Manchester to Try This Summer


By Phoebe Griffiths

Want to welcome in the warmer days? Why not shake up your summer with some thirst-quenching cocktail classes in Manchester?

When the temperature occasionally rises above 15 degrees in good ol’ rainy Manchester, a celebration is in order. And what better way to salute the sun than with a juicy cocktail making experience? 

With a freshly made frozen daiquiri in front of you, there’s no way your summer won’t be off to a scorching start. So grab your pals, your cousins or co-workers and get ready to shake your way to cocktail heaven! 

Not sure which Manchester cocktail classes to give a whirl? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Here are our top five types of cocktail classes to take you from nervous shaker to confident cocktail maker…

A couple link arms to drink their DIY cocktails.

1. Treat your lover to a cocktail making class for two

On the hunt for date night ideas in Manchester that don’t include wining and dining? Why not woo your woman or romance your man with a different kind of date night? 

Private cocktail making classes for two is a wonderful way to break the ice or simply enjoy trying something new with your favourite person. With a dollop of dutch courage, a splash of sumptuous shaking, and a glug of gorgeous tipples, you really can’t go wrong. 

During the class, you’ll learn how to whip up an appetizing selection of luscious love potions filled with sultry spirits and mood-boosting mixers before sitting down and sipping the night away together. This taste-bud-treating experience is our secret recipe for romance so next time you’re searching for romantic things to do in Manchester, you’ll know just what to do!

A group of girls clink classes at a cocktail class.

2. Let your hair down at a hen party cocktail making experience

Is the big day on the horizon? Time to let loose and shake like it’s the last night of your single life! 

It can be a difficult task searching for hen party ideas with a twist, especially if you want your do to be a classy affair — but fear not! Let us introduce to you the world of hen do mixology. 

Ideal for groups of all sizes, from small gatherings to a large flock of hens, cocktail-making classes in Manchester is the perfect combination of tasty tipples and creative fun, making it the ideal spot for your hen do celebration. 

With flowing mojitos, margaritas and loads of other summer cocktails, you and your besties are sure to concoct a night to remember. 

3. Bond over bellinis at a team building cocktail class

If your team has put in some serious hours and hard work over the winter, perhaps it’s time to reward them with some summer fun? 

From shaking off your stress with a Boston shaker to unleashing your creativity with out-there spirit combos and eye-catching garnishes, you can’t beat a spot of mood-boosting mixology. That’s right, cocktail making is more than just good fun, it’s also a stress-alleviating activity that encourages creativity — and there’s more, a mixology class is also a great way to get your hard-working crew mingling and laughing. 

Teamwork really does make the dream work, and a team that shakes together stays together. So, what are you waiting for? Treat your dream team to a night of mouth-watering mixes and tantalizing tipples — they won’t forget it. 

Someone pours a pink summer cocktail into a glass from a shaker.

4.Meet new pals at a public cocktail class in Manchester

For all the social butterflies out there looking for things to do in Manchester that will get you meeting new friends, why not do it over a few drinks? After all, what's more British than making pals while you sip on some spirits! From Salford to Failsworth and Didsbury to Rochdale, there is a local bar in every corner of this great city hosting tasty mixology masterclasses so that you can get your shake on. When you step into one of the many public cocktail classes around you, there are loads of fellow cocktail fans waiting for your company. Share a tipple of the good stuff and get chatting.

You don't even have to be a cocktail connoisseur! A cocktail-making experience will teach you everything you need to know about your favourite drinks, from how they are made to how they are enjoyed. You’ll learn some handy mixology skills that you can put into practice when enjoying cocktails for the rest of your life — not bad, eh? 

The best part is you can do all that whilst making new mixology mates! Cocktail concocting is the ultimate ice breaker with an added twist. During the class, you’ll mingle with other like-minded souls and put your newfound knowledge into practice! If you want an activity that will get you meeting people in a relaxed environment and having heaps of fun then look no further than the art of cocktail making. 

Whether you’re a lone wolf looking for friendship or part of a larger group who want to catch up with each other in a sociable atmosphere surrounded by wickedly delicious cocktails, rock up to a cocktail class near you and see what gets shaken up!

5.Become mixology maestro at a cocktail masterclass

Is there anything more exciting than discovering new flavours? Coated with character and unique to their place of origin, tasting new spirits is like travelling the world without leaving your seat. 

If you’re looking for a new hobby, passion, or pastime, why not give mixology ago? Everyone loves the person who can whip up mouth-watering espresso martinis and with one simple cocktail-making class, you could be that person. 

A cocktail masterclass is ideal for those who want to learn the ins and outs of mixology from a local mixology maestro who knows their stuff. You’ll learn more than simply how to make a cocktail or two, you’ll also uncover industry secrets, flair bartending tricks, and even delve deep into the science of cocktail making. 

The best part about a cocktail masterclass is that everyone gets involved. Be prepared to shake things up, get jiggy with it, and make merry with various measures. You might even find yourself experimenting with free pouring and becoming an expert on how to work an electric shaker — but don’t worry, all will be revealed! 





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