Learn the craft of classic cocktails in a 90-minute, hands-on mixology class in downtown Los Angeles. Perfect for beginners and home bartenders, the session covers three cocktail families and practical bar techniques.
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You step off Broadway into a bright industrial room where citrus oils and caramelized sugar hang in the air, and metal shakers ping like distant surf. Low stools ring a long counter; bottles line shelves like a small city of flavors. The instructor greets the group, explains technique, and the class settles into a steady rhythm of muddling, shaking and tasting.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; standing and brief movement at a bar are involved
Wildlife
History
Los Angeles’ cocktail identity drew from Prohibition-era speakeasies and a midcentury hotel-bar culture, later refreshed by the craft cocktail movement and local distillers.
Conservation
Many LA bars emphasize local ingredients and sustainable spirits; classes often encourage minimizing waste and using reusable glassware when possible.
Reserve your spot on the Experience Cocktail Mixing in Los Angeles today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring valid photo ID
Participants must be 21+; staff will check ID before service of alcoholic beverages.
Arrive early for parking
Park in the La Plaza Village underground lot and take the elevator to the leasing office for directions to TalkTales.
Pace your tasting
Sip slowly and drink water between cocktails to stay comfortable during the 90‑minute session.
Use transit or rideshare after class
If you plan to sample the cocktails, book a rideshare or use nearby public transit for a safe trip home.
Government-issued photo ID
Required to verify you are 21+ before alcoholic beverages are served.
Comfortable, closed-toe shoes
You’ll be standing at the bar for much of the session; comfortable shoes reduce fatigue.
Refillable water bottle
Hydration between tastings helps palate clarity and prevents overconsumption.
Notebook and pen
Jot down recipes, ratios and tips to recreate cocktails at home.