Unleash Your Inner Mixologist with Cocktail Classes in Manchester

If you’re in need of fresh new activities to mix up your free time, why not grab your shaker and learn all about mixology with our selection of exciting cocktail classes in Manchester? From fantastic French martinis and Moscow mules to classic Manhattans, our Manchester cocktail classes will help you explore a whole world of delicious drinks without leaving the city as you enjoy the atmosphere of the best local bars, clubs and hangouts.

It doesn’t matter if it’s your first time mixing and muddling or if you’re someone with a little more experience in the art of cocktail making searching for a challenge, our mixology classes are the perfect chance for shakers of all skill levels to pick up new tips and tricks in a fun and supportive atmosphere.

Whether you’re looking to calm the bride-to-be’s pre-wedding nerves with a little Dutch courage at an upcoming hen party or you’re searching for date ideas in Manchester to shake up your special time with a partner, a mixology masterclass is a fantastic chance to develop a new skill with the ones you love the most! 

Explore classic cocktails at a beginners’ mixology class 

We all have that one go-to cocktail that we love to order whenever it’s on the menu at the local pubs and clubs, so why not learn how to shake it up for yourself at one of our beginners’ mixology classes? With a little help from one of Manchester’s local bartenders, you’ll learn to approach cocktail making with a sense of calm and preparedness as you balance flavours, garnish your glasses and enjoy plenty of taste-testing along the way!

It doesn’t matter if you don’t know all of the ingredients or methods needed to mix up your favourite margarita or mojito, as your teacher will demonstrate the creative process from start to finish before you grab your shaker and spirits to try it for yourself. Got a cocktail loving friend that’s passionate about passion fruit? Set aside some spare time and learn how to make cocktails at your next catch-up for a great chance to discover a new shared hobby. You won’t just be saving money by avoiding expensive drinks at the bar, you’ll be picking up a new skill set that is sure to come in handy whenever you’re craving cocktails in the future!

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Celebrate with your team at a group cocktail party

Whether you’re looking to celebrate your latest smashed goal or it’s the end of the year and you could all use a little rejuvenating rest, cocktail making is a fantastic chance to sit back and relax with your colleagues over a hard-earned drink or two. Introducing a creative cocktail session to your team building activities won’t just allow you to pick up a fantastic new skill, you’ll also be able to zone out and focus on the task at hand as you enjoy getting to know your work friends and their favourite drinks!

Got a colleague's birthday coming up and looking for unique office party ideas to help them celebrate in style? Why not book a classy cocktail party, where they can pour, mix, muddle and shake their way to delicious DIY cocktails while enjoying some quality time with the work-family. 

Many of our cocktail activities in Manchester also offer mobile workshops, so you can choose between getting busy in your favourite bar or bringing the party straight to the office with a fully kitted out cocktail experience.

Don’t worry if you’re not usually a creative bunch either, as our Manchester mixology classes are all about developing your shaking skills with a little help from top local cocktail creators. Your expert guide will provide plenty of equipment and materials along with handy hints along the way, so you can unwind and focus on kicking back with your crew over a minty mojito or tasty martini.

Surprise your loved ones with a cocktail making experience gift

It can sometimes be tricky to find a personal present that really shows your friends and family just how much you care, so why not shake up your normal gift-giving routine with a cocktail-themed experience gift? Surprising your loved ones with an afternoon of cocktail making in Manchester is a great way to replace the usual material gifts with an unforgettable afternoon or evening of quality time together in a vibrant local venue.

From interactive cocktail masterclasses that will get them mixing and shaking like the best bartenders to more chilled-out public workshops that are all about getting them in good spirits, our extensive lineup of mixology classes is sure to have an activity they’ll love. With a shaker in one hand and their favourite spirit in another, there’s no telling what drink combinations they could create. It doesn’t matter if you’re looking for Christmas presents for a magnificent Mum or you’re in need of experience days for two to treat the cocktail-loving couple in your life, you’ll be providing your recipient with an exciting experience to look forward to in the future!

Whether you’re enjoying pina coladas with your parents, sipping on tequila sunrises with your siblings or toasting a round of bellinis with your besties, you’re sure to enjoy a fantastic evening of fun with our cocktail classes in Manchester.