Cocktail Classes Boston - DrinkMaster Bartending
Craft Cocktail Classes Boston
Hands-On Cocktail Making · Guided Cocktail Tastings
Your next great night starts here.
A hands-on cocktail class for Boston date nights, friends and celebrations. Step into our speakeasy, explore fresh ingredients, and learn to make beautifully balanced cocktails together.
Boston’s Leather District · 108 Lincoln St · Near South Station
Guided cocktail tastings, ingredients & tools
Cheese & charcuterie included
Make a night of it
Choose Your Evening.
Classic, Global, or Tequila & Agave—your next discovery is on the calendar.Each class is booked individually.
The DrinkMaster Method
A Little Technique.
A Lot to Discover.
A cocktail gives you a delicious way to get curious. Our instructors connect the ingredients in your glass with the technique, history and hospitality behind them.
Make It Together.
Pick up the tools, work alongside your guest, and build and shake cocktails with your instructor guiding each step.
Follow Your Senses.
Notice the aromatics. Compare bright citrus, fragrant botanicals and house-made syrups. Taste how ingredients come together in balance.
Take the Story Home.
Discover the spirits, places and people behind the cocktails, with lively trivia and practical ideas for your next evening at home.
In Good Company
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Learning Comes Alive
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Discover New Flavors
★★★★★“The drinks were so good, unique, and creative, and I loved learning the inspiration behind them instead of just following a recipe.”
A Weekend Highlight
★★★★★“This Classic class was such a blast! By far the highlight of our weekend.”
Your evening in the Leather District
Step Downstairs.
Settle Into the Speakeasy.
Warm light, a welcoming bar, and space to make something together. Our Boston venue is a short walk from South Station—an easy meeting point for a date night, friends, or a celebration.
Plan Your Arrival
Near South Station and the MBTA Red Line. Paid parking garages are available nearby. Look for the downstairs entrance.
Need a hand? Call 617-482-1999Bring Your People
Public classes welcome couples, friends and small celebrations. Planning a private group or corporate event?
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Craft Cocktail Class FAQs
Your first cocktail class? You’re in good company. We’ll guide you through the tools, the techniques and the tasting.
Ask the DrinkMaster team
Is DrinkMaster Bartending a licensed trade school?
Yes. DrinkMaster Bartending School is licensed by the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure’s Office of Private Occupational School Education. Our Craft Cocktail Classes include guided educational tastings as part of a structured course exploring aromatics, balance, and technique. DrinkMaster is not a bar and does not sell alcohol.
Where are DrinkMaster cocktail classes in Boston held?
DrinkMaster cocktail classes are held at 108 Lincoln Street, Lower Level, Boston, MA 02111, in the Leather District near South Station. Look for the downstairs entrance. Paid parking is available at nearby garages on Lincoln Street.
What’s included in the $125 ticket?
Hands-on cocktail-making instruction, guided cocktail tastings, premium spirits, fresh ingredients, house-made syrups and all bar tools. The current public class offering also includes a cheese and charcuterie board.
Is food included in the cocktail class?
Yes. Every class includes a cheese and charcuterie board featuring artisan cheeses, cured meats, and accompaniments. Please contact DrinkMaster before booking about allergies or dietary restrictions.
Do I need any bartending experience?
No experience is needed. Our instructors guide you through building, shaking and tasting, with opportunities to explore ingredients and understand balance. Beginners and cocktail enthusiasts are welcome.
Which cocktail menu will my class follow?
Each scheduled date identifies its class theme: Classic, Global, or Tequila & Agave. Choose the theme you’d like to explore, then select one of its dates. Menus evolve seasonally and individual tastings may vary.
How long is the class, and what will we taste?
Public classes run approximately two hours, typically 6–8pm on the listed Friday and Saturday dates. Each class includes up to four tasting-sized cocktails as part of guided educational instruction. Guests work collaboratively; these are tasting portions rather than four full-sized drinks. Cheese and charcuterie are included.
Are there age or dietary requirements?
Guests must be 21 or older to participate in alcohol-related instruction. Please contact the team before booking about allergies, dietary restrictions or nonalcoholic options so we can discuss your needs.
What’s your cancellation policy, and can I transfer my booking?
Tickets are non-refundable but transferable. If you cannot attend, contact DrinkMaster before the class begins to arrange a transfer to another date, subject to availability, or to another guest. Read the current booking policy ↗
Can I come with friends or give the class as a gift?
Yes. Select the guest quantity when booking, and contact us if you’d like help arranging a table for your group. A DrinkMaster gift card lets the recipient choose their class date. Private group events are also available.
We’d Love to Help.
Have a Question About Our Craft Cocktail Classes?
Planning a date night, gathering friends, celebrating a special occasion, or looking for the right class? Ask us about upcoming dates, class themes, what to expect, or reserving a private table for your group.
Give them a night to look forward to
A Great Experience.
Their Choice of Evening.
For birthdays, celebrations, or simply spending time together. Give a DrinkMaster gift card and let them find their favorite class and date.
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Keep the Discovery Going at Home.
Explore our house-made syrups, cocktail recipes, kits and barware.