Adventure brief
The Cocktail Crew Cocktail Class - LA/OC
Turn your rental or home into a private cocktail lounge: a charismatic bartender arrives with tools, fresh mixers, and hands-on instruction for 2.5–3 hours. Learn to shake, muddle, and garnish while you sip and celebrate.
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.
Adventure tips
Plan your experience.
Curated tips for an optimal adventure.
- 01Bring alcohol and iceessential
The service includes mixers and tools but not alcohol or ice—stock the spirits on your custom shopping list before the class.
- 02Clear a prep area and sink accessinfo
Provide a stable table and a sink for cleanup so the bartender can set up efficiently and leave no mess behind.
- 03Confirm guest ageswarning
Minimum age is 21; verify your group to avoid last-minute disruptions or cancellations.
- 04Plan seating and pacinginfo
Allow space for everyone to stand and rotate hands-on stations; plan breaks between cocktails to taste and digest.
Recommended gear
What to bring.
Shaker and bar tools
Provided by the team, but having extra shakers or a favorite jigger helps larger groups.
EssentialSpirits and mixers
Bring the liquors you want used—booking includes a custom shopping list to guide purchases.
EssentialIce and refrigeration
Plenty of ice and chilled mixers keep cocktails crisp and balanced, especially in warm months.
summerEssentialGlassware and napkins
The crew supplies plastic cups; guests can provide glassware for an elevated experience.
Local insights
Context for the journey.
Nearby secrets
Sunset rooftop patios in Downtown Los Angeles for pre- or post-class drinks, Local craft liquor shops in Orange County with small-batch spirits and bitters
Local fauna
California gulls, Urban squirrels and songbirds
Historic heritage
Los Angeles and Orange County have a thriving craft cocktail movement that blends classic techniques with local citrus and produce.
Mindful exploration
Minimize single-use plastics by requesting glassware and compost citrus waste; follow local recycling guidelines for mixers and packaging.
Photography tips
Capture the moments
- Viewpoints
- Close-up on the shaker and garnish, Wide shot of the group during a toast, Overhead of the prep table with ingredients laid out
- Subjects
- Cocktail close-ups, Hands in motion shaking/stirring, Group toasts and candid teaching moments
- Best times
- Golden hour, Early evening, Night - ambient lighting
Frequently asked questions
Before you go.
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.