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Cocktail making classes are hands-on, social and genuinely fun. You'll learn proper technique from a bartender who knows their way around a shaker, mix your way through a menu of classics and originals, and walk away with skills you'll actually use. Perfect for a hen's night, a date, a group outing or a gift for the person with great taste.
Ordering a good cocktail is satisfying. Knowing how to make one is better.
Cocktail making classes
A cocktail making class is one of those sessions that's easy to enjoy even before you get good at it. You're in a bar, you're learning something real, and every attempt is drinkable. That's a good few hours by any measure.
RedBalloon's cocktail classes run across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, the Southern Highlands and beyond. Options range from 75-minute sessions for two through to three-hour masterclasses with grazing boards and matched food. Some are held at distilleries, others at cocktail bars and restaurants. All of them are led by experienced bartenders who make the whole thing feel easy.
What will I learn in a cocktail making class?
The specifics vary by class, but you'll cover the fundamentals every good home bartender needs: how to shake versus stir, how to build flavour with fresh ingredients, and how to measure properly so every drink lands right. Most classes work through a curated menu of classics. Think mojitos, espresso martinis, margaritas, whiskey sours, plus a few signature drinks unique to the venue.
You'll also learn about the spirits you're working with, the tools of the trade, and the techniques that separate a properly made cocktail from a hurried one. By the end, you'll know enough to go home and make something worth drinking.
Do I need any experience for a cocktail making class?
None at all. Classes are designed to work for everyone from total beginners to people who've done a bit of home mixing and want to sharpen up. The bartender sets the pace and keeps things approachable throughout. If you've completed your RSA, these classes are also a practical way to build your bar skills before stepping behind a professional counter.
How much does a cocktail making class cost?
Prices start from around $99 per person for a 90-minute session and go up to $360 for a for-two experience with matched food. Most classes sit in the $130 to $195 range. Prices can also vary depending on whether you're joining a public session or booking privately for a group.
Are cocktail making classes good for groups?
They're one of the best group options going. Classes cater for anything from a small group of six to a larger private event of 20 or more. If you're booking for a hen's night, birthday, team outing or any occasion that benefits from everyone having a drink in their hand, this is the one. For private bookings, contact the operator directly or reach out to RedBalloon and we'll help you sort it.
How do I book a cocktail making class?
Browse the options above, pick the session that suits your group size and location, then purchase your voucher. Redemption instructions come with your booking. You'll select a preferred date and time, and the operator will confirm within 48 hours.
Book at least three weeks ahead for the best chance of securing your preferred session and allow a little more lead time for weekends and public holidays. For groups, purchase one voucher per person and redeem them all together to lock everyone into the same class.
Is a cocktail making class a good gift?
It's a great one. It works for someone who loves a drink, someone who's curious about bartending, or someone who just enjoys a good few hours with good company. It's specific, social and produces something tangible. A skill, and a story to tell. Hard to go wrong.