Learn Prohibition-era cocktail techniques in a 1920s-style speakeasy inside the American Prohibition Museum. This two-hour, hands-on class teaches authentic ratios, bar technique, and includes tasting of multiple historic drinks.
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The lights are low, the shaker rattles and a room of focused hands leans into the rhythm of measured pours. Inside Congress Street Up — a 1920s-style speakeasy carved into the American Prohibition Museum — guests learn not just recipes but a way of thinking about balance: sugar, spirit, bitters, acid.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
No particular fitness required — accessible to most adults who can stand or sit for a short period.
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History
The class ties directly to Prohibition-era history when mixologists masked harsh spirits with syrups and bitters — the American Prohibition Museum documents that social shift and the rise of the cocktail.
Conservation
Support for the museum helps preserve local artifacts and storytelling; practice responsible consumption and respect historic properties indoors and out.
Reserve your spot on the Cocktail Class in Congress Street Up today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring valid photo ID
Georgia law requires guests to be 21+ and present ID to consume alcohol; staff will check at entry.
Eat a light meal beforehand
Classes include snacks but eating prior helps you pace alcohol intake and enjoy the session fully.
Request mocktail in advance
If you prefer non-alcoholic options, notify the operator ahead of time so they can prepare alternatives.
Arrive early to settle in
Plan to be there 10 minutes before start time to sign in and get your station set up.
Photo ID (driver's license or passport)
Required by law to verify age for alcohol service.
Comfortable shoes
You may stand at a bar station for parts of the class; comfortable footwear keeps you focused.
Notebook & pen
Jot down ratios and tasting notes so you can recreate cocktails later.
Phone with camera
Capture technique demonstrations and your finished drinks for reference.