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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.
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.
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.
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Operated by Tommy Alchemy · Nashville, Tennessee
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.
Nashville’s cocktail scene grew alongside its music halls and bootleggers; the city’s limestone-rich water and the Lincoln County Process for Tennessee whiskey are part technique, part terroir. Expect short lectures on spirit production, quick demos, and three guided mixing stations where you’ll make and taste classic and contemporary cocktails, accompanied by simple bar snacks.
Practical notes sit close to the fun: classes run about two hours, accommodate small groups, and welcome public-transport access to downtown. Wheelchair access is available, and the experience is geared to adults 21+; bring valid I.D. The instructor’s stories are as much a draw as the drinks — tips for at-home mixing, garnish technique, and how to read a label.
To get the most from the evening, hydrate between pours, ask the bartender for pacing suggestions, and take notes (or video) of recipes. If you want quieter focus, book an earlier slot; for a livelier crowd, an evening session fuels the social side. This is a hands-on, convivial dive into Music City’s spirited past and present — a practical, flavorful way to taste local history while learning to shake and stir like a pro.
Participants must be 21 years or older and present a valid government-issued photo ID at check-in.
Yes — three handcrafted cocktails and basic bar snacks (such as popcorn and olives) are included in the class price.
Yes; the property and transportation options noted are wheelchair accessible. Contact the operator in advance for specific accommodations.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time; cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.
Tommy Alchemy operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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.
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.
Nashville’s cocktail scene grew alongside its music halls and bootleggers; the city’s limestone-rich water and the Lincoln County Process for Tennessee whiskey are part technique, part terroir. Expect short lectures on spirit production, quick demos, and three guided mixing stations where you’ll make and taste classic and contemporary cocktails, accompanied by simple bar snacks.
Practical notes sit close to the fun: classes run about two hours, accommodate small groups, and welcome public-transport access to downtown. Wheelchair access is available, and the experience is geared to adults 21+; bring valid I.D. The instructor’s stories are as much a draw as the drinks — tips for at-home mixing, garnish technique, and how to read a label.
To get the most from the evening, hydrate between pours, ask the bartender for pacing suggestions, and take notes (or video) of recipes. If you want quieter focus, book an earlier slot; for a livelier crowd, an evening session fuels the social side. This is a hands-on, convivial dive into Music City’s spirited past and present — a practical, flavorful way to taste local history while learning to shake and stir like a pro.