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Craft Cocktail Making @ Upscale Speakeasy

Craft Cocktail Making @ Upscale Speakeasy

J. Bespoke @ 150 E 54th St, New York, NY

Step into your inner mixologist in the heart of NYC's chic speakeasy scene. Join expert bartenders for a hands-on craft cocktail workshop where you will create bespoke drinks and take home a full bar tool kit so you can replicate your new skills. A great way to elevate your evenings and savor the art of mixology with friends or colleagues.

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6–7:30pm ET

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7–8:30pm ET

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7–8:30pm ET

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Botanical Cocktail Making

Botanical Cocktail Making

FESTIVÁL @ 1155 2nd Ave, New York, NY

Craft botanical cocktails in a hands-on mixology workshop using fresh herbs, fruits, and aromatics while learning foundational bartending techniques.

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Oct 23rd

11am–12:30pm ET

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12–1:30pm ET

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1–2:30pm ET

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2–3:30pm ET

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3–4:30pm ET

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Fri. Oct 23rd, 11am–12:30pm ET (90 minutes)

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Mix and Match Mixology Class

Mix and Match Mixology Class

J. Bespoke @ 150 E 54th St, New York, NY & Virtually Online

Mix, taste, and master three cocktails of your choosing in this lively, hands-on class led by expert mixologists. Drawing from a rotating seasonal menu, you'll learn the techniques behind each drink while experimenting with flavor and balance. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for a fun evening, this class gives you the skills to craft impressive cocktails again and again.

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Oct 24th

3–4:30pm ET

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3–4:30pm ET

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4–5:30pm ET

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Mixology

Mixology

Liquid Lab NYC @ 224 W 49th St, New York, NY

Lift your cocktail-making skill in this hands-on mixology session featuring four fall-inspired recipes built with fresh fruit and garnishes. With step-by-step guidance, you'll work through distinct techniques, explore a range of spirits, and join a lively competition to create your own signature drink. A great fit for enthusiasts and beginners ready for a fun, flavorful dive into cocktails.

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6–8:30pm ET

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Find Your Whisky Comfort Zone

Astor Center

4.7 76 reviews

Feeling overwhelmed by the whiskey selection at your favorite bar? Join us to demystify the world of whisk(e)y with a friendly guide to its rich history and diverse flavors. In this interactive tasting, you’ll sample six distinct styles from around the globe, gain confidence in navigating whiskey categories, and discover what makes each unique. Enjoy bread and cheese as you build your personal whiskey palate and learn how to ask the right questions.

Beginner
21 and older
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23 E 4th St, New York, NY
2 hours

Find Your Whisky Comfort Zone

Find Your Whisky Comfort Zone

Find Your Whisky Comfort Zone

Find Your Whisky Comfort Zone

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Description

Have you ever felt intimidated by the whiskey shelf at your favorite bar? Are you worried you don't know how to ask the "right" questions or that higher proof means it will burn? This class is your friendly guide to navigating one of the most celebrated spirits in the world, whisk(e)y! Through learning about its history and tasting samples, we'll ditch any preconceived notions about the category and develop your personal whiskey comfort zone.

Classes are 2 hours long, including a Q&A session with Astor Center Instructor, Elana Effrat.

What you will gain:

Confidence to explore the whiskey world with ease.
A personalized understanding of flavors you love and how to build your tasting vocabulary.
An understanding of whisk(e)y categories and geography.
The foundations of whisk(e)y production, aging, and history.

What to expect:

A guided tasting of six different styles of whisk(e)y from around the globe.
Palette cleansing bread and cheese.
A 15% discount coupon on all spirits tasted to use in-store after class.

Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Style: Guided Mixology Class

Food Served: Bread & Cheese

Good for: Mixology class NYC, Classic cocktail tasting, Home bartender NYC, Unique events NYC

Refund Policy

All class purchases are non-refundable.

Class reservations can be exchanged up to 72 hours prior to the date of the class for another class of equal or lesser value. Classes may also be transferred to another attendee by emailing [email protected] 24 hours before the start of the class.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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Astor Center

Astor Center is a modern educational hub located above Astor Wines & Spirits. With a state-of-the-art tasting room and learning facility, it offers public programming that combines education and entertainment and access to unique wines, craft spirits, and expertly crafted cocktails.

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