Do you provide alcohol?

No—alcohol and ice are not included. After booking you’ll receive a custom shopping list to purchase spirits and any preferred items.

What is the minimum age?

Participants must be 21 or older to handle or consume alcohol in the class.

How many people can participate?

The class supports up to 14 people. There is an eight-person minimum; contact the team for larger groups or special pricing.

Do you offer mocktails or non-alcoholic options?

Yes—there is a dedicated Mocktails package with recipes and fresh ingredients for non-drinkers.

Are there extra travel fees?

An extra travel fee may apply for addresses outside the standard Los Angeles and Orange County service area; the listing will note any charges.

What should I prepare before the bartender arrives?

Provide a clear prep surface, sink access for cleanup, and purchase spirits/ice per the custom shopping list sent after booking.

Bring the Bar Home: Private Cocktail Class In LA & Orange County | Workshop | Cooking Class

The Cocktail Crew Cocktail Class - LA/OC brings the bar to your living room across Los Angeles and Orange County. This mobile mixology workshop converts homes, vacation rentals, and Airbnbs into lively, hands-on cocktail sessions tailored for birthdays, bachelorette nights, corporate parties, or a memorable evening with friends. In short: you provide the space and bottles, they provide the pros and the personality.

Over a 2.5-3 hour session a charismatic professional bartender leads groups through two (optionally three) signature cocktails while teaching core techniques—muddling herbs and citrus, dry versus wet shaking, building a proper stir, strain methods, and finishing touches like layered garnishes. Packages span The Martinis and The Spritzes to The Locals and The Classics, with playful options such as a PB&J Old Fashioned and a Hazelnut Espresso Martini. Every class is designed to be participatory: guests grab shakers, learn to balance acidity and sweetness, and practice repeatable recipes they can recreate at home.

What sets this experience apart is its mobility and the entertainer-quality of the bartenders. Instead of a passive demo, each guest gets hands-on coaching from an instructor who functions as host, bartender, and hype person. The team brings tools, fresh mixers and garnishes, plasticware, a custom shopping list, and handles setup and cleanup—alcohol and ice are the homeowner's responsibility. Practical logistics are straightforward: pricing starts at $85 per hour for one bartender plus a 6% booking fee and gratuity; groups are capped at 14 people with an eight-person minimum and additional travel fees may apply outside the service area. The bartender will need sink access for cleanup.

This class is ideal for visitors or locals who want to elevate a private gathering without the hassle of running a bar. It’s great for groups who want to learn approachable techniques, taste unexpected twists on classics, and leave with real recipes and bar know-how. Expect upbeat instruction, fresh ingredients delivered before class, mocktail options for non-drinkers, and a short list of take-home tips that make your home bar better. Whether you want to master an espresso martini, build a refreshing spritz, or turn a living room into a makeshift cocktail lounge, this mobile mixology session delivers expertise and energy—one shake, stir, and toast at a time. Cheers, friends.

About The Cocktail Crew - Pacific

The Cocktail Crew - Pacific is a mobile bartending and cocktail class provider based in Phoenix, Arizona. The company connects experienced, professional bartenders with private hosts and event planners across Southern California markets including San Diego, Los Angeles/Orange County, and Palm Springs. Services include staffed bartending for events and hands-on cocktail classes hosted at homes, rentals, and Airbnbs.

For bartending engagements, The Cocktail Crew - Pacific supplies charismatic bartenders who manage setup, drink preparation, and guest service to keep events running smoothly. For cocktail classes, the business runs 90–120 minute sessions where guests learn to shake, muddle, and garnish signature drinks while following guided recipes and demonstrations.

The Cocktail Crew - Pacific positions itself for private parties, weddings, corporate gatherings, and vacation rentals by offering flexible service options and trained professionals. Bartenders arrive prepared to work with host-provided or client-requested ingredients and bar tools, tailoring menus for crowd size and event style.

Customer experience is supported through clear communication during booking, defined class lengths, and localized offerings in San Diego, LA/OC, and Palm Springs. The business emphasizes hospitality skills, drink safety, and polished service as core strengths. Listings and trip summaries provide transparent descriptions of what each service includes, helping hosts select the right option for their occasion.

As a regional provider connected to The Adventure Collective, The Cocktail Crew - Pacific presents itself as a reliable choice for mixing professional bartending and interactive cocktail education in private settings across Southern California. Booking information and availability are listed per city for clarity.