Classic and Creative Cocktails Class

In two fun-filled hours of cocktail making you can become a confident bartender in this NYC mixology class.



2 hours Location Manhattan Class size 1 to 8 (public classes), 15 to 25   $75 - $95 ($75 for Public class; $95 for Private class)

Shake, stir, and sip your way to becoming a confident home bartender.
Join Master Mixologist Carolyn for a fun, hands-on mixology class where you’ll learn the essentials of stocking a home bar, building classic cocktails, and adding creative twists to familiar favorites. Carolyn will guide you through the techniques behind each cocktail while you taste the full menu along the way.
Classic Cocktails & Creative Twists:
Carolyn will demonstrate each cocktail, including a Classic Martini and Lavender Lemontini, Margarita and Spicy Margarita, and Old Fashioned and Mesquite Smoked Old Fashioned. You’ll then work with a partner to make and enjoy your two favorite cocktails from the menu.
You’ll also learn how to make simple syrup from scratch and create stylish garnishes, from classic olives and lemon twists to more imaginative finishing touches. Each guest will take home an e-booklet with cocktail recipes, tips for stocking a well-equipped home bar, and space to note your personal preferences.
Whether you’re looking to impress your guests, sharpen your bartending skills, or simply enjoy a fun night out, this class offers a great mix of technique, creativity, and cocktails. All tools and ingredients are provided!
No Experience Necessary
Our classes are welcoming, beginner-friendly, and designed for all comfort levels. Your station will be fully prepped with ingredients and equipment so you can focus on learning, mixing, and enjoying the experience.
Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in.
You will work in groups of two throughout the class by sharing ingredients and equipment. We are happy to seat you with your booking party if you are attending with a larger group. Outside beverages are not permitted. 21+ only.

Upcoming dates for Classic and Creative Cocktails Class

Times are New York time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 9:15pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

12 upcoming dates between 20 Nov 2026 and 26 Dec 2026.

  • Fri, Nov 20 2026, 7pm-9pm
  • Sat, Nov 21 2026, 2pm-4pm
  • Sat, Nov 21 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Sat, Nov 28 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Fri, Dec 4 2026, 7pm-9pm
  • Sat, Dec 5 2026, 2pm-4pm
  • Sat, Dec 12 2026, 2pm-4pm
  • Sat, Dec 12 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Fri, Dec 18 2026, 7pm-9pm
  • Sat, Dec 19 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Sat, Dec 26 2026, 2pm-4pm
  • Sat, Dec 26 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
What you'll get
Carolyn will demonstrate each cocktail, including a Classic Martini and Lavender Lemontini, Margarita and Spicy Margarita, and Old Fashioned and Mesquite Smoked Old Fashioned. You’ll then work with a partner to make and enjoy your two favorite cocktails from the menu.
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
Proof of ID, 21+ only.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or bachelorette party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mom, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

EVEN Hotel New York Midtown East, 2nd Floor (221 E 44th St, New York, NY)

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Recent reviews of Classic and Creative Cocktails Class

  • 5/5 from Jonathan Freeman, attended Aug 2026: Absolutely fabulous! Attended a class at Even Hotel on 44th St in NYC and Carolyn was a super host and very personable and super knowledgeable. Throroughly enjoyed this class and highly recommend this to anyone interested. I like my drinks on the sweeter side so was surprised that I enjoyed a classic martini that was made right. Made an Old Fashioned and learned how to smoke the glass properly - easier than you think! Also a Lavender-Lemon martini - delicious. What a really fun and enjoyable afternoon.
  • 5/5 from Paul Welchans, attended May 2026: This was not just learning how to make cocktails but how to be a better human. Thanks so much
  • 5/5 from Will Corbett, attended Mar 2026: The class was super informataive and a great expirecence for a corporate event
  • 5/5 from Jasmine Mok, attended Mar 2026: Carolyn was great! Super well informed on different types of cocktails, liquors, and techniques. Made the class fun and was very helpful with helping our group create their perfect cocktails.
  • 5/5 from Kelsey Russell, attended Jan 2026: The instructor was incredible!
  • 4/5 from Michelle Garrett, attended Jan 2026: My daughters and I enjoyed the experience. Carolyn was a pleasure and very knowledgeable. We sampled 2 cocktails prepared by Carolyn and then were able to create our own. The crowd that we were with were friendly, lively and fun. The only suggestions that I would give would be to change the venue; the hotel lobby at times was distracting. In addition, if food were an option, it would enhance the experience.
  • 5/5 from Denise Greene, attended Oct 2025: The class was so much fun. Carolyn was a great instructor- very knowledgeable and created a fun environment! Definitely recommend.
  • 5/5 from Renee Rooche, attended Sep 2025: The class was fun and informative!!
  • 5/5 from Brian Minton, attended Aug 2025: Awesome experience and I learned a lot.
  • 5/5 from Amanda Scalisi, attended Aug 2025: Our teacher Carolyn was amazing! Very educated on her cocktails! Carolyn created a wonderful environment to learn! We appreciated that we had time to enjoy our drinks!
  • 5/5 from Caitlin Spellman, attended Jul 2025: Carolin was amazing!!! She was very kind and very fun! She clearly knows what she’s talking about as the sample she made for us to taste were amazing. I loveddd the lavender syrup that she made. Sooo delish. And our party of 6 def got a good buzz! 100% recommend.
  • 5/5 from Maria Conte, attended Jun 2025: It was so fun! Carolyn was an amazing teacher and we had the best time! It was very chill, perfect for date night!
  • 5/5 from Claire Yang, attended May 2025: Teacher was great, very helpful and knew all about cocktails and bartending. Carolyne was so nice and ensured that everyone was able to make the cocktails in the end. The only complaint I have is the venue, I wish it was somewhere nicer than a hotel reception area.
  • 5/5 from Emily Hale, attended May 2025: Carolyn was great!! So knowledgeable and created an enjoyable experience!
  • 5/5 from Emma Adamik, attended Mar 2025: The teacher was very nice, very personable, and extremely knowledgeable about her craft.
  • 5/5 from Kathleen Silfer, attended Mar 2025: Great experience and we made a new friend! Carolyn was fantastic!
  • 5/5 from Desiree Velasquez, attended Mar 2025: The class was absolutely fantastic, we were truly emerged in the knowledge of mixology.
  • 5/5 from Nicole Cuce, attended Mar 2025: We loved Carolyn!!! It was so informative!! We will definitely recommend
  • 5/5 from Arin Krase, attended Mar 2025: Great class! Very informative and fun
  • 5/5 from Katrina Drummond, attended Feb 2025: This is one of the highlights of our trip. The instructor was very knowledgeable and funny. The location and the supplies provided were clean. Love the cocktails I made. She allowed us to experiment. When bookinv with ClassBento, I advise messaging the instructor first before paying. It allowed me to book an already full class. I am glad that the instructor made accommodation for us as that was our last day in the country.
  • 5/5 from Jun Lin, attended Feb 2025: Was super easy to use the gift card my friend gave me, and our teacher Carolyn was great!
  • 5/5 from Noga Alon, attended Jan 2025: We likes it a lot she was very nice. We learned a lot also about Martini
  • 5/5 from Kasey Harrington, attended Jan 2025: Carolyn absolutely made the class! Incredible instruction and a good laidback structure to the class. Totally recommend.
  • 5/5 from Bill Beren, attended Jan 2025: Easy to get gift card. Class was a lot of fun. Learned a lot about mixed drinks.
  • 5/5 from Anonymized ClassBento customer, attended Jan 2025: It was a very enjoyable class. The teacher was knowledgeable, engaging, and provided excellent advice. The two hours flew by. I would highly recommend it!
  • 5/5 from Susan Hourihan, attended Nov 2024: Class was really fun! Teacher was knowledgeable but also made it fun. She showed us initial recipes and then we got to make our own. Would highly recommend
  • 5/5 from Nicolas Chikhani, attended Nov 2024: Carolyn was amazing! Highly recommend this class
  • 5/5 from Kayla Daniels, attended Nov 2024: Perfect Cocktail class for anyone looking to just try something new!
  • 5/5 from Megan Foster, attended Oct 2024: Was so fun thank you so much! Highly recommend. Carolyn was just the best! So funny and friendly
  • 5/5 from Anna Xue, attended Oct 2024: Gifted a class for my birthday and had a great time with a friend! Instructor is very knowledgeable and fun.
  • 5/5 from Howard Nedrick Jr, attended Oct 2024: This was a date night Teacher was AMAZING Venue was nice but noisy from the bar Learned to do two drinks
  • 4/5 from Kristen Saladino, attended Oct 2024: This class was a birthday gift for my sister. The teacher was wonderful. She was fun, personable, and knowledgeable. The cocktails were classics, but not to my taste. From martinis and Margaritas to old fashions and Manhattans. I made the margarita and the Manhattan and they were ok.
  • 5/5 from Laureen Smith Maltz, attended Sep 2024: Didn't know what to expect. Turned out to be one of the best things I've done in NYC. Carolyn is a national treasure. Do not miss this class.
  • 5/5 from Gregory Griffith, attended Sep 2024: Carolyn was awesome. I would take the class again with HER. She was informative and knowledgeable
  • 5/5 from Agnieszka Roginska, attended Sep 2024: Fantastic class! Learned so much while having a great time. Our instructor, Carolyn, was very knowledgeable, engaging and fun. We’ve been making craft cocktails for years but learned so much! Highly recommend this class for cocktail novices and experts.
  • 5/5 from Heather Cohen, attended Jul 2024: I took my sister here for a birthday outing and we had a blast! Caroline was informative, fun and creative.. this was a wonderful class with different options, cocktail history and warmth from the instructor. I would highly recommend! Cheers to Caroline, Michelle and the class!
  • 5/5 from Kevin Lim, attended May 2024: Amazing experience! Great energy from Carolyn definitely would love to come back. Great for any occasion
  • 5/5 from Chris Taduran, attended May 2024: Was very kind and always willing to help. Would have a class with her again.
  • 5/5 from Hannah Logan, attended Apr 2024: Was a wonderful class - Carolyn was a great teacher and we learned a lot and had a blast!
  • 5/5 from Antonio Saporito, attended Mar 2024: Loved it. teacher was amazing and was very interactive. Thinking about bringing friends here to do a group thing.
  • 5/5 from Simrun Jhuty, attended Feb 2024: The class was lots of fun, the instructor was very knowledgeable and helpful along the way. Loved the drinks we made, can't wait to try them at home for our friends.
  • 5/5 from Alina Acosta, attended Jan 2024: Carolyn was a fantastic instructor and all of the drinks were absolutely delicious! Highly recommend!
  • 5/5 from Melissa Sweetwood, attended Dec 2023: Caroline went above and beyond to make this class superb! She is fun and knowledgeable and taught us how to make an “off the menu” drink! Such a fun night!
  • 5/5 from Christopher Robert Dougherty, attended Dec 2023: Teacher and the venue were great. Definitely would do it again. Thank you. Do you have a wine class
  • 5/5 from Kathy Loveless, attended Nov 2023: Carolyn was amazing - she gave us so many great tips and helpful ideas I truly enjoyed this class and everything I learned will be put to good use
  • 5/5 from Joshua Torres, attended Nov 2023: Carolyn was so good! She made us feel safe, so we were very engaged. The location was quite loud because of the reunion of another group but we managed. The class was informative and fun but I would have liked
  • 4/5 from Megan Eney, attended Oct 2023: Teacher was funny and knowledgeable on the subject matter. Great birthday gift for my friend.
  • 5/5 from Andrew Persaud, attended Sep 2023: Class was fun and easy for beginners. Instructor was professional, clear, and made the class enjoyable. Would highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Allyson Alonzo, attended Sep 2023: Carolyn was amazing! She was so kind and outgoing. She was extremely knowledgeable and spoke about common myths and errors when it comes to cocktails. She helped provide ideas to taylor the cocktails to our liking so we could come home and make them for our friends and family. The stations were awesome and it was easy to duplicate what she was doing. I love the fact that she has a guidebook of the class so we didn't have to remember what was being taught, especially because who is going to remember all that after you've been sampling and making drinks for 2 hours?! All the guests were super kind too!
  • 5/5 from Illini Codilla, attended Jul 2023: Carolyn was extremely knowledgeable about her craft and very very funny too! She made the class very enjoyable and taught us so much more about cocktails. Definitely would recommend her class to friends and we are also very interested in her burrata making class!
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