Weekend Cocktail Workshops in Bengaluru
Learn the craft of mixing drinks in a relaxed, 80% hands-on environment. Join us at our Ashok Nagar academy to master classic cocktails from scratch.
See how much fun our weekend workshops are. Participants get right into the action, learning to shake and pour, and end the day by enjoying the delicious cocktails they've made themselves.
Cheers to a successful workshop. Two participants, Samy and Saurav, proudly toast with the vibrant pink cocktails they just learned to create.
I call this a "spirit-ual exploration." A group of enthusiasts joins me for a blind tasting session, learning to identify different spirits and expand their palate before making their own drinks.
The joy of sharing knowledge is what drives me. Here I am, surrounded by an engaged group, discussing the nuances of champagne cocktails.
A candid moment from a cocktail session. It's all about creating a welcoming space where people can learn, ask questions, and share a laugh.
There's nothing better than seeing the smiles after that first sip. Here, we're all raising a glass to the delicious mojitos we've just crafted together.
A selfie with some happy participants after a fun and successful cocktail making session. Everyone is holding the creamy cocktails they just mastered.
About this collection
This is not a classroom lecture. You will be behind a real bar with a shaker in hand from the moment you arrive. We focus on the 'why' behind every pour—understanding the balance of acidity, dilution, and sweetness—so that by the end of the weekend, you aren't just following a recipe, you are learning to improvise and create drinks your guests will actually love.
We keep our weekend sessions intimate because learning to shake, stir, and build drinks requires individual attention. Over two days, we strip away the intimidation factor often associated with professional bartending. You will work with premium spirits like Jameson and Beefeater to master 6-8 essential classic cocktails, including staples like the Whiskey Sour and Mojito.
What we cover
- Foundational Mixology: We teach you the science behind the shake. You will learn to properly measure, chill, and dilute your drinks for the perfect mouthfeel.
- Home Bar Setup: We don't just use expensive gear. You will learn 'kitchen hacks'—how to prepare your own syrups and bitters using ingredients from your grocery store, so you can replicate professional drinks without needing a commercial setup.
- Hospitality Mindset: Bartending is about the person on the other side of the glass. We discuss the soft skills that turn a simple drink into a memorable social moment.
Whether you are looking to become the go-to host for your friends or are simply curious about how a top-tier bar operates, this course provides the technical skills to get you there. You receive a recipe booklet and a completion certificate to mark your progress.
Bar Square
I started my journey in the 90s, and the bar has been my home ever since. My goal with these weekend sessions is to demystify mixology so you can stop guessing and start creating genuine, joyful experiences for your guests at home.
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