Your instructor
John
Bartender
John leads the session with a calm, structured approach. The goal is for everyone to enjoy it, learn the essentials, and experience something refined—without it becoming overly technical.
About the course
This is a hands-on, refined session designed to be fun and easy to follow. We cover the essentials of cocktail making—balance, technique, and setup—and your group gets to make drinks themselves.
- Shake, stir, and build techniques
- Balance: sour / sweet / strength / dilution
- Ice, glassware, and presentation
- Make, taste, and refine together
Who is it for?
- Friends & parties
- Birthdays & graduations
- Corporate teams
- Workplace events
What will you learn?
- When to shake vs. stir (and why)
- Ice and dilution done right
- Recipes and ratios
- How to build flavor
Outline
Example structure. We tailor the session to your group and occasion.
Introduction
- What makes a great cocktail?
- Bar flow & basics
- Tools and setup
Technique
- Shaking
- Stirring
- Building in-glass
- Straining & presentation
Balance
- Sour / sweet
- Strength
- Dilution
- Aroma & garnish
Practice
- Make 2–3 drinks as a group
- Tasting and refinement
- Tips to recreate at home
Held at Hótel Selfoss, in Reykjavík, or at your venue—we tailor the experience to your location and group.