Art of the Craft: The Science and Art Behind Craft Cocktails

Cocktails are more than recipes—they are chemistry, balance, memory, and intention in a glass. Art of the Craft is a workshop-style class designed to slow the process down and pull the curtain back on why cocktails work, not just how to make them.

Inspired by the original 1806 definition of the cocktail—spirits, sugar, water, and bitters—this immersive experience blends historical context with modern technique. Over the course of 3.5 hours, students will explore flavor science, understand how the flavor wheel functions in real-world cocktail building, and practice the artistry that separates a good drink from a great one.

This is not a sit-and-sip class. This is a guided, hands-on workshop focused on skill building, blending, infusing, and intentional construction. Together, we’ll create two unique, balanced craft cocktails, explore obscure but approachable flavor combinations, and work through the logic behind structure, texture, aroma, and finish.

Students will leave with tools, resources, and confidence—whether you’re a bartender refining your craft or a cocktail enthusiast ready to level up.

This Workshop Includes

• Guided, hands-on creation of two craft cocktails
• In-depth exploration of flavor profiles and the flavor wheel
• Instruction on blending, infusing, and balance
• Skill work focused on technique, build order, and garnish logic
• A printed flavor wheel
• A copy of the Guide to Flavors
• Recipes and reference material to take home
• A starter set of garnishing tools (yours to keep)
• Lite snack provided
• Optional purchase of a full bar tool kit on site

We are Cocktail Collective!

The Cocktail Collective is a small, black-owned business that offers educational cocktail and spirit classes. Come join us and discover a world of new possibilities in the world of mixology!

All attendees must be 21+. Seating is limited to 20 guests.

🎟 Ticket Options

Standard Workshop Ticket – $135

Full access to the Art of the Craft 3.5-hour workshop.

Includes:

• Hands-on creation of two craft cocktails
• Guided instruction on flavor science, balance, blending & infusions
• Printed flavor wheel
• Copy of the Guide to Flavors
• Take-home recipes and reference materials
• Starter garnishing tool set
• Lite snack

Best for cocktail enthusiasts and professionals ready to level up their skills.

Workshop + Full Bar Tool Kit – $185

The complete experience—education and equipment.

Includes everything in the Standard Workshop Ticket, plus:

• A full professional bar tool kit to take home

Ideal for home bartenders, aspiring professionals, or anyone building their bar from scratch.

Couples / Duo Ticket – $250

Two seats at a bundled rate.

Includes:

• Full workshop access for two guests
• All printed materials for each guest
• Garnishing tool set for each guest

Perfect for partners, friends, or co-workers attending together.