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If you're bored of booking the same restaurant, ordering the same bottle of wine and calling it date night, try putting a little more into the plan with our range of cocktail classes in London! A cocktail masterclass in London for two gives you a built-in activity, plenty to talk about and some gorgeous drinks to sip on.
Whether you're planning a first date, celebrating an anniversary or simply looking for a more memorable evening with your other half, couples cocktail making is an easy place to start. You can learn how to shake, stir and garnish your own drinks together, then build the rest of your date around the class. Here's how to turn a cocktail class into a whole cocktail date night in London!
Why a cocktail masterclass makes a better date than just dinner
Don't get us wrong: dinner is great. But when you've been together for a while, or you're trying to make a first date feel a little more memorable, adding an activity changes the whole evening. A cocktail making date night gives you:
- Something to do together: Shake, stir, muddle and garnish rather than simply waiting for your food to arrive.
- Natural conversation: Learning something new gives you plenty to talk about without forcing the conversation.
- A little friendly competition: Who can make the best Espresso Martini? Who has the most impressive garnish? There are important questions to answer!
- A shared memory: You'll have an experience to remember rather than just another meal out.
- A new skill: Once you've learnt the basics, you can recreate your favourite drinks together at home.
- A whole evening to build around: The class can be the centrepiece of a longer London date.
It's also a particularly good option if you're looking for a romantic experience in London that feels relaxed rather than overly formal. You can make it as fancy, spontaneous or low-key as you like – totally up to you!
What to expect from a cocktail date
Never been to a cocktail class before? Here's roughly how your cocktail masterclass in London for two might unfold.
Step 1: Meet your mixologist
You'll usually start by meeting the bartender or mixologist leading your class and getting introduced to the drinks you'll be making. Depending on the experience, you might learn a little about the history of your chosen cocktails, the spirits involved and why particular ingredients work together!
Step 2: Get behind the bar
You'll be shown how to measure your ingredients, use the equipment and combine everything to create your cocktails. You might learn how to shake, stir or muddle, as well as how to work with ice and balance different flavours.
Don't worry if this is completely new to you, your mixologist will be there to guide you through each drink.
Step 3: Make your cocktails
Now it's your turn! Depending on the class you choose, you could be making classics such as Mojitos, Margaritas, Bellinis or Espresso Martinis, or trying something a little more unusual.
Step 4: Sip, compare and enjoy
Once you've made your cocktails, it's time for the important part: drinking them. Take your time, compare your creations and enjoy the atmosphere!
The best cocktail experiences for two in London
Not all cocktail dates have the same vibe, so think about what kind of evening you actually want before booking.
Classic cocktail making
If you're the kind of couple who orders the same favourite drink every time you go out, a classic mixology class could be perfect.
Try it here:
- Premium cocktail making class in Hackney.
Creative cocktail making
For couples who like trying something new, look for a class that goes beyond the standard cocktail menu.
Try it here:
- Bubble cocktail making class in Archway.
Cocktail and food experiences
Why choose between dinner and drinks when you can combine the two?
Try it here:
- Pizza and cocktail making masterclass in Hackney.
Cocktail classes for beginners
If neither of you has ever been behind a bar before, don't let that put you off. Beginner-friendly experiences are designed to make cocktail making totally accessible!
Try it here:
- Cocktail making class in Walworth.
Double-date cocktail experiences
Cocktail making doesn't have to be just the two of you. If you have another couple who are always up for trying something new, a double date can be twice the fun.
Try it here:
- Cocktail masterclass with tapas in Hackney.
Mocktail making
For anyone who prefers a good mocktail, we've got you covered!
Try it here:
- Non-alcoholic cocktail making class in Hackney.
Plan a full London date around your cocktail class
Excited to spend some quality time with your favourite person? The fun doesn't need to end with just your cocktail class. Build a full day or night and keep the lovely vibes going!
Start with coffee and a wander
Arrive early and give yourselves some time to explore. Grab a coffee from an independent café, browse the shops or simply wander around the local streets before your class.
If you're visiting an area of London you've never explored before, this is a lovely way to make the date feel like a mini adventure!
- Grab a flat white and a treat from Lodestar coffee and start your day right!
Add a gallery or cultural stop
For a date that starts earlier in the day, look for a nearby gallery, museum or cultural attraction.
- Going to one of our Hackney classes? Stop by Hackney Gallery and browse local art.
Make the cocktail class your main event
Time to get shaking and stirring! Head to your class and learn something new, side-by-side with your favourite person.
Find somewhere for dinner
If you've not opted for a class with food, finish your evening at a nearby restaurant and eat your favourite food together, while deciding once and for all who is the better bartender.
Build your perfect cocktail date
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Your date vibe |
Start with... |
Main event |
Finish with... |
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First date |
Coffee and neighbourhood wander |
Casual dinner |
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Foodie date |
A good food market browse |
Wine or dessert |
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Something different |
Explore a new neighbourhood |
Independent cocktail bar |
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Low-key date |
Coffee and a wander in the park |
Dinner and a wander |
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Double date |
Drinks with friends |
Late-night dessert |
Your cocktail date night awaits
A cocktail masterclass in London for two will give you more than a few new recipes to try. It also lets you get out of the house with your favourite person, trying something new and spending quality time together. You'll learn new skills together, explore a bit of the capital and have a date night to remember.
Whether you're planning a first date, an anniversary or simply want to shake up your usual Friday night, start with the cocktail class and let the rest of the evening follow. Ready to plan your date? Browse our experiences and find a class that suits you both.
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