Shake, stir and sip through Nashville’s bootlegging past in a hands-on cocktail class. In two hours you’ll make three drinks, learn whiskey lore and pick up pro bartending tips in an intimate retro bar setting.
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You step into a dim, retro bar where the shaker’s rhythm answers the distant hum of Broadway. The wood counter is worn smooth by elbows and stories; the glass catches neon in quick flashes. In this intimate two-hour class, a local mixologist hands you a shaker and a slice of Nashville history — Tennessee whiskey that once slipped through the backdoors of speakeasies and a cocktail culture shaped by music and midnight trades.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Light: standing and light manual activity for about two hours; suitable for most adults
Wildlife
History
Nashville’s cocktail culture was shaped by Prohibition-era bootlegging and the local whiskey industry; the Lincoln County Process and limestone-filtered water are key to Tennessee whiskey’s identity.
Conservation
Support local businesses and small distilleries that use sustainable sourcing; practice responsible drinking and minimize single-use waste by recycling or bringing a reusable bottle.
Reserve your spot on the Sip History in Music City Cocktail Making Class today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring valid photo I.D.
This is an alcohol-included experience; adults 21+ must show government-issued ID at check-in.
Pace and hydrate
Sip water between cocktails to keep your palate sharp and avoid overconsumption during the two-hour session.
Arrive 10 minutes early
Early arrival lets you settle in, pick a spot behind the bar, and start on time without missing instruction.
Plan safe transport
Use public transit or a rideshare after the class to avoid drinking and driving — downtown has frequent options.
Valid photo I.D.
Required to verify age for alcohol service.
Comfortable shoes
You’ll be standing at the bar and moving between stations during the class.
Notebook or phone (for notes)
Capture recipes and pro tips to recreate cocktails at home.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated between drinks — helpful for pacing and palate clarity.