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Cocktail workshop on site

Always wanted to shake cocktails like a professional, right at your own venue? With a cocktail workshop from Bar Company, you and your colleagues, friends or family will experience an interactive and fully catered event: from €700 excl. VAT, for groups of 15 to 200 people, throughout the Netherlands. You organise the participants, we organise the rest.

Participants shake cocktails during an on-site cocktail workshop by Bar Company
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Bartender from Bar Company guides participants during a cocktail workshop

Why choose a cocktail workshop from Bar Company?

With a cocktail workshop from Bar Company, you’re choosing experience, quality and a memorable experience. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill workshop, but an interactive activity that combines laughter, learning and tasting. Our professional bartenders create a relaxed atmosphere in which everyone quickly feels at ease.

What to expect: a fully catered cocktail workshop on location, guided by a experienced cocktail bartender, fresh ingredients, premium drinks and professional bar tools. We specialise in groups of 15 people or more and, with 16 years of experience, we run thousands of workshops throughout the Netherlands.

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Team building and the ultimate Friday afternoon drinks in one, according to Marion and her colleagues.

The workshop is suitable for any group: from a company outing or team building to friends, family and hen or stag dos. No experience is necessary; our cocktail shakers guide everyone step by step, making the workshop accessible and fun for every level.

Would you rather stand in front of the bar than behind it? Then view all our cocktail services or hire a fully catered mobile cocktail bar.

Participant pours a homemade cocktail during the workshop

How does an on-site cocktail workshop work?

The on-site cocktail workshop begins with a brief and lively introduction. Our cocktail mixologist explains which ingredients you’ll be using, how the bar tools work and what to bear in mind when shaking cocktails. This is followed by a live demonstration.

Next, you will get to work yourself. Together with your colleagues or friends, you shake three different cocktails and taste your own creations. There is plenty of opportunity for questions and your own variations; we tailor the workshop in advance to suit your group and schedule.

The duration is flexible: a workshop lasts 1.5 hours on average, and if we run a little over time, that is no problem. We will arrive well in advance for set-up, so you can enjoy yourselves without any worries.

The programme for the cocktail workshop

This is what a cocktail masterclass by Bar Company looks like from start to finish, in four steps.

  1. 1

    Welcome and introduction

    We kick off energetically: our cocktail shaker welcomes everyone, explains which fresh ingredients you use and how the bartools work.

  2. 2

    Live demonstration

    You’ll see up close how a professional makes a shake: from getting the proportions right to the garnish. Handy tips that you can then put into practice yourself.

  3. 3

    Make your own milkshake

    Now it is your turn. Together with your group, you shake three different cocktails, with plenty of room for questions and your own variations.

  4. 4

    Tasting and toasting

    Each round you taste your own creation. We finish together with a toast to your new shake skills; on average, you will be busy for about 1.5 hours.

Colourful homemade cocktails with fresh garnish during a masterclass

Which cocktails or mocktails do you learn to make during the workshop?

During the cocktail workshop, you will be introduced to a wide selection of cocktails. From classics like the Mojito, Margarita and Cosmopolitan to unique creations that you devise together with our professional shakers. Would you like to try a fruity Daiquiri or a bold Old Fashioned? Or perhaps a tropical Piña Colada or a refreshing Virgin Mojito? Everything is possible.

We always work with fresh ingredients and various garnishes. If you have specific requirements or want to tailor the cocktails to your group or theme, we will discuss this with you in advance. This way, the workshop always matches the atmosphere of your event. And did you know that we can also run the workshop completely alcohol-free? Such a mocktail workshop is just as festive, but without the alcohol.

Fully equipped workshop setup by Bar Company on location

Take a cocktail workshop at home or on location

Our cocktail bartender brings everything needed: various types of glassware, garnishes, ice cubes and crushed ice, plus the bottles of alcohol and all the tools. We usually use the tables available in the room; if there are none, we bring poseur tables and dress them with black stretch skirts. This way, we can truly cater to any location, from office to living room.

Our bartenders will get everything ready and clear it all away afterwards too. You don't have to worry about a thing, other than tasting your own cocktail. We run our workshops all over the country: think of a cocktail workshop in Amsterdam or a cocktail workshop in Rotterdam, but we also regularly man the shakers in Utrecht, The Hague, Eindhoven, Nijmegen and the rest of the Netherlands.

Would you prefer cocktails at your event without having to shake them yourself? Then take a look at our on-site cocktails.

What customers say about Bar Company

Our customers rate us 9.3 based on 1,244 reviews. Below is a selection of what they say about our workshops and events.

We had a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon. Professional staff, welcoming and delicious cocktails!

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LisaCustomer

Team building and the ultimate Friday afternoon drinks all in one! The workshop was accessible to everyone and the atmosphere was brilliant right from the start.

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Marion and her colleaguesCustomer

A great event with high standards; our company party was a huge success, partly thanks to our collaboration with Bar Company. Thank you for the lovely coffee and cocktails – they really made the event!

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Hans van NimwegenCustomer
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How much does an on-site cocktail workshop cost?

An on-site cocktail workshop can be booked with Bar Company starting from EUR 700 excluding VAT and transport costs, fully catered including professional guidance, all ingredients, glassware and bar tools. The larger the group, the more economical per person. As an indication, based on the starting price:

  • 15 participants: from around EUR 47 per person
  • 20 participants: from around €35 per person
  • 25 participants: from around EUR 28 per person

The exact price depends on the number of participants, the duration of the workshop and any specific requirements; you will receive a clear fixed rate in advance, so no surprises afterwards.

You are now temporarily receiving a free pewter cocktail shaker worth EUR 15 for each participant. This way, you can easily shake up the cocktails you've learned again at home.

Would you like to book a cocktail masterclass? Request a no-obligation quote and receive a personal proposal within 24 hours.

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From€700excl. VAT
  • Three cocktails shaken and tasted per participant
  • Professional guidance by experienced cocktail shakers
  • All fresh ingredients, glassware and bartools
  • Complete set-up and dismantling at your venue
  • Temporary: free pewter cocktail shaker per participant (worth 15 EUR)

Frequently asked questions about the cocktail workshop

1Is this a cocktail workshop for a small group?+
A cocktail workshop can be booked for groups of 15 or more. So even for a small group, a cocktail workshop is a brilliant activity! Are there more of you? No problem at all. We’ve even run a workshop for 3,000 people before! We’ll simply bring along more bartenders.
2How much does a cocktail workshop cost per person?+
A cocktail workshop can be booked from €700 excl. VAT for the entire group. As an indication, for 15 participants this comes to around €47 per person, for 20 participants around €35 and for 25 participants around €28 per person. The larger the group, the cheaper it is per person; the exact price depends on the duration and your requirements.
3What do you do during a cocktail workshop?+
After a short introduction and a live demonstration by our cocktail shaker, you will get to work yourself: you shake three different cocktails and taste your own creations. There is plenty of room for questions and your own variations, and we finish together with a toast. On average, the workshop takes about 1.5 hours.
4Which cocktails are we going to make during the workshop?+
You’ll be shaking up three popular cocktails (and drinking them yourselves), using a variety of shaking techniques. The menu changes with the seasons, but think, for example, of a Pornstar Martini, a Classic Mojito or a Caramel Espresso Martini. For those who don’t drink alcohol, we’ll be making delicious non-alcoholic cocktails! Please do let us know in advance so we can take this into account.
5Could this cocktail workshop be used as a hen party?+
That’s certainly possible! Great! Will you sort out the venue? Then we’ll take care of the rest. But our cocktail workshops are a huge hit at other parties too! A team-building event with colleagues or a unique night out with friends? We’d love to come along to your party and teach everyone how to mix cocktails!
6I don’t drink alcohol. Can I still take part in the cocktail workshop?+
Absolutely! We can also run the workshop alcohol-free. So everyone can take part in the cocktail workshop!
7How long does the cocktail workshop last?+
The duration of the cocktail-making workshop is flexible and can be arranged by mutual agreement. Normally, a workshop lasts 1.5 hours. However, we don’t keep a strict eye on the clock if we run over time. Set-up and tidy-up are not included in this time. We arrive approximately 1.5 hours before the workshop starts to get everything ready.
8How much does a cocktail workshop cost?+
You can book a cocktail workshop from 700 EUR, excluding VAT and transport costs. The price per person depends on the number of participants. Please contact us for a tailored quote.
9Are the people running the workshop really professionals?+
Absolutely! We have over 60 professional cocktail mixers, all of whom have proven themselves by successfully completing several training courses before being allowed to work for us. They are passionate about cocktails and are keen to share that passion with you. The professionalism of our cocktail shakers is guaranteed by providing them with ongoing training at our very own BarCademy.
10Can I really book a cocktail workshop for any venue?+
Absolutely! We’d be delighted to come to your venue. Whether it’s at your home, in your office or on the beach, our cocktail shakers will ensure you’re in for a lovely afternoon or evening!
11What do I need to bring with me for this cocktail workshop?+
We’ll bring all the essentials for the workshop with us. These include: ✓ All the cocktail tools and ingredients you’ll need ✓ A variety of glassware and garnishes ✓ Biodegradable straws ✓ Bar tables if required This way, you can enjoy the cocktail workshop without a care in the world!
12Do I have to be of legal age to take part in a cocktail workshop?+
Yes! We do not serve alcohol to anyone under 18 years of age. Still want to join in? We will adapt the menu for you with alcohol-free mocktails.

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