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Shake, stir, and sip through New Orleans cocktail history in a relaxed courtyard mixology class. Expect three handcrafted drinks, local stories, and practical technique in a 90‑minute happy hour session.
Shake, stir, and sip through New Orleans cocktail history in a relaxed courtyard mixology class. Expect three handcrafted drinks, local stories, and practical technique in a 90‑minute happy hour session.
You step through the door of the New Orleans School of Cooking and the city’s humidity and music follow you into a shaded courtyard. String lights bounce off brick and wrought iron as a local bartender lines bottles on a weathered bar; the air tastes faintly of citrus peel and ice. This is happy hour pared down to craft—three cocktails, local stories, and light bites, all in about 90 minutes.
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Operated by New Orleans School of Cooking · New Orleans, Louisiana
You step through the door of the New Orleans School of Cooking and the city’s humidity and music follow you into a shaded courtyard. String lights bounce off brick and wrought iron as a local bartender lines bottles on a weathered bar; the air tastes faintly of citrus peel and ice. This is happy hour pared down to craft—three cocktails, local stories, and light bites, all in about 90 minutes.
New Orleans’ cocktail life is civic history. The Sazerac—often credited as the country’s first true cocktail—was refined here, while the Pimm’s Cup became a summer staple adapted by Gulf Coast bartenders. The courtyard setting echoes French Quarter traditions: small-group socializing, storytellers at the bar, and a focus on technique as much as flavor.
Expect a hands-on primer in shaking, stirring, and proper glassware etiquette, plus a guided taste through a Pimm’s Cup, a made-to-order Sazerac, and a rotating seasonal drink. The class is wheelchair accessible, offers light local appetizers, and keeps seating intentionally limited for a conversational pace.
Practical notes: bring government ID, arrive 10–15 minutes early to check in at the General Store, and flag dietary restrictions when booking. Because this is a private, timed activity during peak tourist hours, plan transit accordingly—streetcars and walkable routes put the French Quarter within easy reach. Hydrate in advance and wear comfortable shoes for cobbled streets if you’re touring afterward. Leave room for a slow stroll past Jackson Square; the evening energy here often extends the lesson outside the courtyard.
Yes. All guests participating in alcoholic beverage preparation and tasting must be 21+ and present government-issued photo ID.
Yes. The New Orleans School of Cooking location and courtyard are wheelchair accessible; contact the operator if you need specific assistance.
The experience includes three handcrafted cocktails and light bites over roughly 90 minutes.
This listing is presented as a private tour with limited seating; check availability and booking details on the reservation page.
New Orleans School of Cooking operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step through the door of the New Orleans School of Cooking and the city’s humidity and music follow you into a shaded courtyard. String lights bounce off brick and wrought iron as a local bartender lines bottles on a weathered bar; the air tastes faintly of citrus peel and ice. This is happy hour pared down to craft—three cocktails, local stories, and light bites, all in about 90 minutes.
You step through the door of the New Orleans School of Cooking and the city’s humidity and music follow you into a shaded courtyard. String lights bounce off brick and wrought iron as a local bartender lines bottles on a weathered bar; the air tastes faintly of citrus peel and ice. This is happy hour pared down to craft—three cocktails, local stories, and light bites, all in about 90 minutes.
New Orleans’ cocktail life is civic history. The Sazerac—often credited as the country’s first true cocktail—was refined here, while the Pimm’s Cup became a summer staple adapted by Gulf Coast bartenders. The courtyard setting echoes French Quarter traditions: small-group socializing, storytellers at the bar, and a focus on technique as much as flavor.
Expect a hands-on primer in shaking, stirring, and proper glassware etiquette, plus a guided taste through a Pimm’s Cup, a made-to-order Sazerac, and a rotating seasonal drink. The class is wheelchair accessible, offers light local appetizers, and keeps seating intentionally limited for a conversational pace.
Practical notes: bring government ID, arrive 10–15 minutes early to check in at the General Store, and flag dietary restrictions when booking. Because this is a private, timed activity during peak tourist hours, plan transit accordingly—streetcars and walkable routes put the French Quarter within easy reach. Hydrate in advance and wear comfortable shoes for cobbled streets if you’re touring afterward. Leave room for a slow stroll past Jackson Square; the evening energy here often extends the lesson outside the courtyard.