Cocktail shaker, swizzle, tongs and spoon with crushed ice for preparing a summer cocktail beverage on an old vintage wooden table with copy space

Shake & Stir: A Hands-On Cocktail Lab

135 Taylor Rd, NOTL, L0S 1J0
Cost: $55
Monday, March 23, 2026
5:00 pm 

Ever wondered why some cocktails sparkle with life while others fall flat?

It’s not the recipe. It’s the technique.

Join us for Shake & Stir: A Hands-On Cocktail Lab, an immersive, small-group workshop focused on the fundamentals of proper cocktail craft. This isn’t a tasting — it’s training. You’ll step behind the bar, learn professional methods, and build two classic-style cocktails yourself under guided instruction.

What You’ll Learn

  • When to shake and when to stir
  • Proper dilution and why it matters
  • How aeration changes texture and flavour
  • The role of vermouth in spirit-forward cocktails
  • How to balance acidity, sweetness, and alcohol

What You’ll Make

🍃 Rhubarb Gin Fizz – bright, fresh, and perfectly structured
🥃 A Classic Stirred Whisky Cocktail – refined, balanced, and technique-driven

Each cocktail will be crafted in half-size format (1 oz pours), allowing you to focus on precision and skill while enjoying the full flavour experience.

All bar tools and ingredients are provided. No experience necessary — just curiosity and a willingness to shake with confidence.

This workshop is intentionally limited to 20 guests to ensure personalized instruction and an engaging, hands-on atmosphere.

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SNOW DAY!

The retail store and tasting room are closed today due to the severe weather.

We open tomorrow at 11:00 AM.

Sorry for any inconvenience.