The art of mixology takes practise to perfect. You can memorize cocktail recipes and learn all about the science of mixing drinks but actually using this new-found knowledge to mix delicious cocktails is another story. The good news is, there are plenty of mixology resources out there to help you, one of these being in-person, local mixology classes.
Perhaps you have just bought your very first mixology kit and you’re excited to pick up a new skill.
Maybe you received a mixology set as a gift and you’re wondering where to start with actually using it.
Or maybe you just fancy checking out mixology as a fun idea for a date or experience with friends. You never know, a taste of mixing drinks with flair might get you hooked!
Taking a mixology class is a great, sociable way to not only develop the techniques and creativity that comes with cocktail making but to meet other amateur and professional mixologists.
Having friends in the industry, whether they practise mixology as a hobby or actually earn a living from it, is always a positive. It’s a great way to learn and share new recipes, ideas and experiences with others who appreciate the art.
Plus, you’ll always know who to invite to your backyard BBQ or dinner (and cocktail) party!
So where do you find classes in mixology near you?
Right here.
The states that are most popular for classes and people looking for them are:
- Los Angeles
- New York
- Dallas
- San Francisco
- Boston
- Atlanta
- Chicago
So we’ve compiled a directory with all the mixology classes you can find in these states, from casual cocktail lessons to professional bartending schools.
If you are looking for classes in a state not covered here, check out Yelp and Eventbrite for upcoming mixology events near you.
Mixology Classes in Los Angeles
- The Mixology Master Method
- The Natural Mixologist
- ABC Bartending Schools
- Best Bartender School
- Apotheke Academy
- HipCooks
- The Association
- Paradise Bar
- N2 Mixology
- Mixology Classes US
- The Queensbury Cocktail Classes
- The Room Santa Monica, Tiki Tuesdays
- The Continental Club, Secret Room Cocktail Classes
- Women Who Whiskey
Mixology Classes in New York
- CocuSocial
- Apotheke Academy
- New York Bartending School
- Genuine Liquorette
- Sanctuary T
- Liquid Lab NYC
- Astor Centre
- Mixology Classes NYC
- Haven’s Kitchen
- Leisurely
- NY Barmen
- Tipsy Scoop
- Spice & Spoon
- Columbia Bartending
- Duff on the Rocks
- Shake & Pour Bartending School
Mixology Classes in Dallas
Mixology Classes in San Francisco
- SF Mixology
- The Cocktail Camp
- Soma Bartending
- Cocktail Ambassadors
- California Academy of Bartending & Mixology
- Elixir To Go
- The Natural Mixologist
- Beverage Academy
- Reza Esmaili
- Griffo Distillery
Mixology Classes in Boston
- DrinkMaster Bartending School
- Sonsie Restaurant
- No. 9 Park
- The Boston Shaker
- Professional School of Bartending
- Harvard Bartending School
- Rhode Island Bartending School
- Mixology Boston
- Orange Door Kitchen
Mixology Classes in Atlanta
- Southern Art
- Tavernpointe Mid Town
- Mobile Cocktails ATL
- Mixology Classes US
- Atlanta Bartending School
Mixology Classes in Chicago
- Hollow Leg
- RS Collective Co
- A List Startenders
- ABC Bartending School
- Mixology Classes Chicago
- The Violet Hour
- Koval Distillery
- SABBIA
- Billy Sunday
As we said, these are the states with the most demand for in-person classes and those listed tend to hold them regularly.
You might find that your local bar or restaurant is holding a one-off event for teaching mixology, so be sure to use this directory combined with Yelp and Eventbrite to search for your local and upcoming mixology classes!
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