I attended Cocktail Camp in January and had an outstanding experience. The training was hands-on, practical, and immediately applicable behind the bar. Since completing the program, I've taken on a role with more responsibility and feel a huge boost in confidence, especially when executing more complex cocktails with consistency. Highly recommend for anyone serious about leveling up their bartending skills. read more

I went to the mixology masterclass and learned not only how to make multiple perfectly balanced drinks, I also got to work behind the bar at a very nice bar in the city. This experience was very helpful for my career as a bartender. I met great people, made great drinks, and had a good time while learning. If you're looking to up your game as a bartender I would definitely suggest this class! read more

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Fantastic experience! Great location, talented trainer, good times. Gonna plan another event with more friends.

These days you can go on YouTube and learn cocktail recipes that way. You do not need a bartending certification. It's really a complete joke. I took this course in 2015 and started as a barback. You just need a bar to hire you as a barback and work your way up. Do not waste your money on this. read more

Wow! The Cocktail Camp, and especially Luke, our instructor wow'd our clients (22 total people!) with his fun facts, and how to's for 3 amazing off the chart cocktails. We learned how to make a classic Negroni, Mezcal margarita, and a specialty cocktail called Marceline's dream. Everything was included, plus a beautifully embossed cocktail kit for our guests to take home with all the fixings for the cocktails we made, recipes, and tools! They also host virtual classes, as well! Will definitely give them our business again, as such a VIP experience for our clients. read more

Participated as the +1 to a virtual cocktail making session and I can say it was a great experience given these challenging times. Our bartender-instructor Nora was a great host and ensured everyone had a great time. It also made us realize that it's been a long time since we had a cocktail with the bars being closed. Now that we got a cocktail making kit, that's a problem of the past. Thanks cocktail camp! read more

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Team was super communicative and tailored to our event needs. We didn't end up using them as we had to pivot our team idea.

I can't recommend Cocktail Camp enough! The mixology class is just the right speed to be super informative and fun at the same time. The whole experience - from booking to mixing drinks - was smooth and you can tell that a lot of thought and care has gone into crafting such a cool and memorable experience. Thank you Cocktail Camp team =) read more

I wanted to take a deep dive into the art of craft cocktails, and Cocktail Camp provided an excellent foundation. The instructor was knowledgeable and patient, the other students equally eager to learn. I appreciated the hands-on aspects that focused on technique, as much as the understanding of drink flavor profiles. Well worth the time and money. read more

I believe I found a new passion and a new career, but wait let's start from the beginning. I've been seeking a second career and a new passion that can possibly lead to something amazing, as well as open up new opportunities to myself. What came to mind? Bartending!! I'm pretty clueless to bartending (before I started) so I knew I needed to find somewhere to teach me the basics and get my going. After researching local bartending schools in my area of Sacramento,I was pretty discourage at what I found and the quality of the schools. But somehow I stumbled upon The Cocktail Camp in San Francisco and I knew I had to sign up even knowing I'd have to commute for the classes. On the first day of glass I met our instructor Nora who was fantastic and very knowledgeable and just in general an awesome person and bartender. Almost the entire class was hands on which was amazing and very beneficial. The best part was talking about the variety of spirits while tasting them!! Where else can you do that!? I also enjoyed the fact that a million recipes was not being forced on us to have to memorize but instead we were prepared to make any recipe that comes our way. I also had the pleasure of meeting and being taught by the cocktail queen herself and the owner of The Cocktail Camp Rohini!! She was amazing! Very friendly, energetic and knowledgeable. I really loved how supportive she is as well as encouraging us to always stay in contact with her if we ever need anything or have any questions. Which is very comforting knowing you have someone of her magnitude backing you! I look very forward to being apart of the apprenticeship nights to work on my new skills and hopefully turn this into an amazing opportunity that I can only think The Cocktail Camp for!!! read more

I can not sign the praises of The Cocktail Camp and Adrian enough ! This bartending school was so much fun. I was out of my league, but by the end of the course I was actually feeling pretty confident in myself. The course was thorough and fun, challenging and yet I didn't feel like I was in a pressure pot the whole time. Everything was explained in such a succinct manner that I feel I was able to absorb all the information easily. I've already been flexing my knowledge at local parties and family events, and I feel confident that I know what I am talking about. Adrian was knowledgeable and fun to work with. He was encouraging and so passionate about the craft. I loved that the class was focused more on the architecture of what makes a cocktail than a hefty load of memorizing a million drinks. I now understand how to make a cocktail with any ingredient and figure out how to make a drink based on the ingredients alone. It was such a wonderful experience, and I am excited to do the apprenticeships and advanced courses. read more

I have been searching for a good bartending school since last year, and was pleased to discover The Cocktail Camp couple months back on yelp. Prior to The Cocktail Camp, I had a little to no knowledge about spirits and cocktails, let alone bartending. Also I finally learned to appreciate the process and history of making spirits. Even if you are not planning to be a bartender, I think it's a great skill and knowledge to have. Don't be that guy or a girl who orders the same thing over and over again at a bar because you don't know any better. Rohini is the perfect teacher, and her story about how she started bartending back in the day still cracks me up. You learn a great deal about set up of a bar, about the spirits, tips and techniques of bartending, and customer service etc. My favorite part about the course was that you get lots of hands on experience to sharpen your skills as a bartender. I, once, impressed a SF bar owner with my pouring and stirring skills. Another favorite part is that you meet a lot of interesting people with diverse backgrounds and knowledge! Definitely do the apprenticeship program, it is sort of a different feel, when you actually deal with a customer, making drinks with real spirits and tasting what you created. You will also notice that you would be way ahead of bartenders who just started as a barback and became a bartender without any training. Your technique makes you look sexier than those folks in those cocktail bars. The key to success here is to keep practicing! It's not about memorizing hundreds of recipes; it's about building a foundation to work anywhere as a bartender. Definitely recommended! read more

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How does one give a Yelp review about an institution or experience that is of the highest caliber? Simply said, it is worth every minute of your time and every penny well spent. You should not just take my word for it. You should experience the school and it's exceptionally dedicated instructors first hand. I guarantee you it will enhance your life. In my opinion, The Cocktail Camp is a top quality 21st Century bartending institution built around a global community of creative, passionate and experienced instructors; fun-loving and zestful students; and a learning environment that promotes the true sense of crafting masterful cocktails. Founder/Camp Director, Rohini; course professor, Pam; and bar star/mentor, Daniel; deserve all the accolades and acknowledgements given by their students, peers and industry professionals. They are truly inspirational and positively infectious. They make the experience so awesome that it leaves you wanting more. Aside from a great curriculum, you get to keep your own tool kit along with a very nice custom made TCC carrier. You also get to learn, sip and compare an array of the top shelf liqueurs in the marketplace. The kit and tastings are value-added components to an already stellar program. Lastly, I live in San Jose and although, there are several bartending schools in the South Bay and Peninsula; I'm thrilled that I opted for The Cocktail Camp. The trek to class everyday for a week and the apprenticeship program with Daniel Hyatt are well worth the time and miles. I'm proud to say that I graduated from TCC. Thank you Rohini and Pam for being so amazing and truly committed to your students! I already miss you both. read more

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I had an amazing experience attending the cocktail camp and was inspired to write a review! Ro, Jarrod and Daniel were wonderful instructors. Their knowledge and expertise, along with the bartending toolkit they provided, helped me acquire the exact skills was seeking. To top it off, their job placement assistance program helped me land a job within a month after I completed the course! My friend took a course at another place and she didn't learn anything. All they did was practice making 100 recipes that she could have just looked up on Google. She is still looking for a job. Two thumbs up! Don't look further if you are looking for the absolute BEST bartending school! read more

The Cocktail Camp - So excited to be able to make such beautiful cocktails! - Bartenders Near Me - San Francisco, California

I attended the three Sunday cocktail class in January 2019 and had a great time. My instructor was Adrian, who was a knowledgeable, attentive, and passionate cocktail coach for a class of ~12 newbies. The class is broken down well. 1st Sunday: whiskey/brandy, 2nd Sunday: Rum/Tequila, 3rd Sunday: Vodka/Gin, though each class also builds in plenty of miscellaneous topics, such as changing kegs, maintaining your work station, and offering good customer service. However I think my favorite thing Cocktail Camp offers is a theoretical approach to cocktails. Though we learned the recipes of 15-20 drinks, the most valuable lessons taught general principles of cocktail composition and why certain steps are necessary. Really, those are the things that stick. Keep it up Cocktail Camp, I now drink gimlets because of you. read more

Was in need of a team building activity for a two day summit for my team and was looking for something outside of the typical cooking class which we had done in the past. Rohini was very responsive via email and would respond within an hour or so. She sent over the invoice ahead of time so we wouldn't have to worry about it there. We had the bar to ourselves from 4-6pm. Luke was our host and teacher and he greeted us with champagne and let us hang out when we arrived a little early. He had spots set up for each of us, complete with equipment, alcohol and a menu containing recipes for three different cocktails. Luke shared the history of cocktails and the specific liquor while diving into each of the drinks. He taught how to properly stir, pour, the proper names of each utensil, etc. After we made each cocktail we had about 20 minutes to hang out and drink while they washed everything and set up for the next cocktail. Wonderful staff, cool vibe, delicious drinks, interesting part of town. $75 per person and $30 extra for the take home kit. Worth it! read more

This review has been edited: We signed up for a private team building class. There were only 6 of us so we had it in my home. The mixologist only provided stevia based simple syrup which has a really strong taste that ruined the cocktails for me. I ended up dumping out my first cocktail and had to make my own simple syrup to use in the next 2 drinks. I really think this is something that should have been provided. We also didn't get a copy of the drink recipes after we were finished, so I can't even recreate what we learned. They only left one copy of the "cocktail cheat sheet" but there were 6 of us participating. Overall these were pretty big disappointments considering the price. I also think this company needs to work on their customer service skills when responding to negative feedback. read more

I booked Cocktail Camp based on a friends recommendation and we had a GREAT experience! Our bartender (Lucas?) was awesome, knew a lot of interesting history about different types of alcohol, and kept us entertained with lots of jokes. This was something different that our team had never done before. We wanted to stray away from the typical "dinner and drinks" and this was a perfect activity for us. I also really like that Slate bar allowed us to bring in our own food (we set up a taco/burrito bowl bar) so we could snack before we drank. I would definitely recommend using them. The best part, when working within a budget, they were able to give us an awesome experience at a cost much lower than other places such as Elixir/SFMixology. Thanks again! read more

My team and I had the pleasure of having our offsite hosted by The Cocktail Camp. It was a private class for 4 people, and truly an unforgettable experience! We were greeted on arrival by Rohini & our class was led by Luke. There were 4 neat little bartending sets (1 for each person) already waiting for us at the bar, each with a menu showcasing all the different cocktails we would learn how to make that day. In total, we each learned how to create 3 types of cocktails and the event took 2 hours. We learned a ton from Luke and really appreciated his expertise & friendliness! Would definitely recommend for any teams looking for offsite/bonding opportunities! read more

Nora was very helpful and concise. She made it a pleasure to learn. I definitely recommend this class to anyone who wants to get into bartending or just want learn some new drinks. Thank you very much. Daemon read more

There is a reason why this business is rated a 5 star because it for sure is. I graduated from Cocktail last weekend along with my bf. It was an amazing experience. Learned so much about the bar business in general along with crafting amazing cocktails and challenge years of business experience In a whole new venue. Nora Frazier was an amazing instructor. She was so knowledgeable, so organized and so helpful and patient answering any questions we had through the entire 4 weeks. She for sure has big things ahead. The only thing was it was soooo dark inside the bar it was really hard to see what I was doing. I know that many bars and clubs have dim light but this was to the extreme it was pretty dark. My goal is to bar back like a boss and be a very awesome mixologist inventing many of my own flavors and doing Big Venues like ball games, concerts, weddings etc. Thank you for the amazing experience! read more

We just had our virtual cocktail-making class with the Cocktail Camp for a virtual company retreat, and had such a fun time while learning a lot! Our instructor Nora did an amazing job of making sure we could all follow along with what she was doing, and explained the drink's components in a way that helped us newbies understand. It was also really fun to learn a bit about the history of cocktails! On the logistics side, Rohini was really easy to work with, and gave us a detailed list of supplies we'd need to make cocktails from home. Everyone really loved the class, and had lots of fun! I highly recommend the Cocktail Camp's virtual mixers/team building to any company looking for something fun to do during stay-at-home times. read more

Amazing bartending class from Mon-Thur. Real bar environment and tools. Nora and Daniel are the best instructors ever. You will learn the bartending skills fast and better. If you want to start your bartender career, please come this class for sure. read more

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I booked a 2-hour bartending class with Rohini for a team event. It was a big hit and Rohini was super knowledgeable and fun to talk to. We made three cocktails which were unlike anything any of us had ever seen at a bar before. The drinks we made will definitely up your Instagram/Snapchat game. :) It was also great since we feel like we came out a bit more knowledgeable (read: snobby) about alcohol. Thank you, Rohini! read more

Here's what you get in taking this course: + Teachers with 20+ years experience + An amazing, fun learning environment + A TON of practice behind the bar + The skills to FREE POUR! + Your own bartending kit + Practice & knowledge of dozens of ESSENTIAL cocktails + History & philosophy of each cocktail, liquor, and mix + The best ways to mix, ice, shake, stir, strain, & garnish + How to really serve a drink, and great customer service + Great feedback on every aspect of your skills + Access to intern in a real bar with master bartenders + Feedback on your bartending resume + Strategies for getting a job + Networking with bartenders with over 20+ years of connections in SF and other cities I had a TON of fun in this class. I actually feel very confident and relaxed behind a bar now. I can't flip or toss bottles yet like Tom Cruise in 'Cocktail', but I can definitely do two-handed free pours and a lot of ambidextrous work for making drinks. And I now know how to make a killer martini. And margarita. And about a few dozen other drinks. If you want to just memorize hundreds of obscure cocktails that no one ever orders instead of practicing being behind a bar, then I would suggest taking another class, or just studying recipe flashcards at home. But if you want amazing practical and useful experience and skills, this is a great course to attend. read more

I had the wonderful opportunity to learn the basics of mixology at this camp. Rohini and Pam were so fantastic. Not only were they extremely knowledgable about spirits, liqueurs, bitters, etc., they had a wealth of practical bar tending and customer service experience that made this learning experience superb. This has truly opened up an entire universe of cocktails that previously I was unable to fully appreciate. Now I'm buying Punt E Mes at the Bevmo. Who am i?! (Btw you can no longer leave me at the Bevmo unsupervised.) read more

Where do I begin? A couple of my classmates have already mentioned some amazing aspects of the program, and I second what all of the other reviewers have stated so far. I had been waiting for years to take a nice bartending course and I am so fortunate that, after all those years and research, I was able to attend TCC. First of all (and most importantly): Rohini, Jarrod, and Ariel are amazing teachers. They approach bartending with an obvious fondness for their jobs as well as an ease that comes from their decades of collective expertise - both as practicing bartenders and as leaders in the greater bartending business world. Their teaching style clearly attests to their love for the craft and their joy in sharing it. Even better? They work with students as mentors AND friends. You stay in touch with your teachers and your classmates. You keep on sharing information and learning about what's going on in the field. And all of this is great! It's way more than I ever expected a five day class could even provide - but it does. At the end of the day, you're not simply joining a class at TCC; you're truly entering a profession with the support of a group of people you can consider your own. Between this and all that foundational practice students get, you graduate with a whole heap of confidence in yourself as a bartender - and the ability to make awesome drinks to prove it to the world. Some nitty gritty: What ended up being a lovely aspect for me was TCC's cross-country placement program. Even if you're not going to be staying in the Bay Area (like me!), Rohini will work with you so that you will get placed wherever you're moving in the US. Whenever I'm back, I also have the opportunity to continue my internships at Slate. You're not limited to just one! In the scheme of all this, some extras that sweeten the deal like simple syrup sweetens a cocktail [Ugh. Terrible, I know!]: -Sterling silver bartending set: It's too gorgeous for words! -Fun ways to dress up cocktails: I mean, who knew I would ever figure out how to make a 'lemon twist'? -Elegant stirring & shaking skills: Stirring has actually become my new favorite activity... -An introduction to some great liquors, liquers, and bitters: One word - YUM! -A technologically-savvy learning environment: You've got unlimited access to the student-only website; flashcards accessible across different devices; connections via social media - you're basically set for your bartending life. -A nice certificate to show off your accomplishment: It really means something after passing your exam! Finally, a note - I've been describing this class primarily for it's professional perks. Even if you're not planning to bartend full-time or professionally at all - TCC has you covered with the basics that will make your friends and family ask you for cocktails all the time. Each of my classmates and I have already had that happen to us, and at the end of the day that makes this class all the more worth it. read more

I decided to sign up for the once a week, Sunday class in order to have some basic experience as I intent to bar-tend while I'm finishing my college degree. The class is taught by very experienced bar-tenders who were incredibly open about their own insights into making good cocktails and the knowledge needed to be successful working in a bar. Not everyone can step into bartending and having this knowledge and the time to practice the skills was incredibly helpful. You also learn how to make a lot of classic drinks across six different spirit basses so now I feel confidence to hop into any type of bar have a verse knowledge of spirits, liquors, and cocktails. My ideal bartending position was to work at a place that only really sells beers and shots, however after taking this class I've become well versed in the beauty of cocktails and would love to continue creating great cocktails. Most importantly, the teachers of this class are incredibly nice and supportive. I've met many dickheads in the service industry and I was worried that I would be trained by some angry hungover bartenders, but the positivity and kindness emphasized in this class from Rohini and Jarrod was really great. Overall its a great experience and I'd recommend it to anybody who wants to work behind a bar. read more

Great place to learn cocktails from real pros! Super fun mixology training, highly recommended.

I manage a restaurant in Redwood City and we just got a full liquor license. So I signed up myself and my staff. It was great! Adrian was our instructor and he was great. We learned so much and truly enjoyed ourselves! We are excited to have the tools and procedures we learned and are ready to put them to work! Thanks for the great service given at the class! read more

Recently a graduate of this program. I found that my knowledge was exceptionally well taught. The Teachers were very experienced and patient with myself and my fellow students. Unlike most courses this course that are one day to a few days long this one is actually a week long, I feel that it's better that way because you can retain more knowledge about bartending. Yes the city can before it is the best place to learn the trade. Also the student center online once you purchase program is very resourceful for studying. Slate bar is also conveniently one block away from 16 St Bart. and also was graduating from the program the owner of the bar allows you to bartend for one night so that you can get experience and also please send out emails for job postings. This is like a very successful internship. I recommend this to anyone read more

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Absolutely loved my experience with the Cocktail Camp! The course was incredibly well constructed with a curriculum of the history of bartending, the evolution of the cocktail, and what a career in this industry would entail. The course is taught by seasoned instructors who are not only knowledgeable and talented, but creative and dedicated to passing on their craft! Over the course of the program you will learn how to make classic cocktails, how to maintain the bar environment (by working and training in an awesome bar, Slate), how to differentiate between the variety of spirits (by experiencing and tasting them), basic bar safety and customer service, ending with a super helpful employment workshop and career counseling from your instructors. The program also offers an apprenticeship hour so that you truly get the full experience. I feel super confident and prepared as a bartender! Would absolutely recommend! read more

The five star reviews for The Cocktail Camp (TCC) are completely warranted. I can thank Rohini Moradi (The "Cocktail Queen" of San Francisco and owner/instructor of the TCC) for inspiring me to make bartending my profession after a back injury forced me to retire as a Firefighter/Paramedic. Rohini comes with a wealth of knowledge from the many popular bars she has worked at around San Francisco. She also has a Master's degree in English, creates her own literature for the TCC and urbanite editor for SOMA magazine. She is hip, down-to-earth, full of positive energy and laughter, and most of all, dedicated to helping her students learn. It's her mission to teach the correct way to do things behind the bar (Craft cocktails) while having a blast doing it. The course is held at a "SLATE" bar in the Mission. This was especially cool for me considering I had enjoyed myself many times at Slate before the TCC was established. We were given a beautiful set of bar tools to practice with in class and at home. By the end of the week I felt super comfortable behind the stick, full of confidence and ready to secure a bartending gig. Plus I gained some new friends. I was lucky enough to spend a Wednesday night behind the bar with Slate owner and bartending legend Daniel Hyatt. Daniel went out of his way to give me pointers and make me feel at home. I look forward to continuing to learn from him on future Wednesday nights. Whether you want to attend the course for fun, increase your mixology knowledge, or prepare yourself for a bartending job, the Cocktail Camp is hands down the best bartending school in the Bay Area. read more

I'm grateful that I decided to take my bartending classes here! The instructors are lovely, the curriculum is enjoyable, and the experience you gain is invaluable. I signed up for the weekday classes, which were offered at a convenient time; not too early, but early enough so that you can still enjoy the rest of your day afterward. The location is also convenient, being a quick two minute walk from the Bart station. The classes are held in an actual bar, which helps you to feel comfortable working in a bartending environment. You spend most of your time behind the counter, so the majority of the learning is hands-on. When you're not practicing pouring drinks, you're learning the history behind each of the spirits that you're working with. There was never a dull moment for me since the instructors' enthusiasm in the subject is contagious! The amount of attention you get as a student is perfect! Since the class size is relatively small, your instructor can keep track of your personal progress and give you tips based off of what they observe. This class was not only informative, but also fun, and a pleasure to be a part of! I've gained a genuine interest in how the flavors of different spirits work with the flavors of the other ingredients in a drink; the craft of the cocktail. Maybe I'll make my own signature cocktail one day! read more

The Cocktail Camp was amazing! Learning to make cocktails and bartend has always sort of been a bucket list item for me, and Rohini taught me everything I wanted to know and more. You'll learn all of the basics rules of how to build a drink, and by the end of the week you'll look like a pro using your tools. You'll also learn how different spirits are made, why that affects taste, and how they are typically integrated into cocktails. This class truly prepares you for a career of nights behind a bar at a busy establishment! Rohini is also amazing at helping people find roles after the week ends, so you can consider this course a "first step" if you're looking to turn bartending into your career. Go for it! read more

I've always wanted to learn bartending for a long time. This summer, I had a chance to visit San Francisco for 3 weeks so I took one week of my trip hanging out with The awesome Cocktail Camp. I can't say enough about Rohini! Even I'm not 100% perfect in English (as you might see now from my writing), but Rohini has helped me closely and gave out a very solid and useful advice. The class also offer the online information which is very helpful for a foreigner like me to catch up each day. She really cares all of the students (which is a small sized class) and as an outgoing and hilarious instructor, you will feel that this Slate Bar (School's location) has become your new home for the rest of the week. Within one week ; she took me the point that I never knew that I could do as a bartender. At first, all I know about Cocktail was something easy from the club like Gin Tonic or Vodka Redbull. But after this amazing 5 days, I've learned how to make tons of basic cocktails "with confident." By the confident, I meant that she really emphasized on our skills over memorizing recipe. I feel very comfortable in working behind the bar and all equipments including setting up the bar or safety behind bar and many more. Moreover, I get to know the history and nature of each spirits. She made us try all kinds of spirits (with a good amount) to get the sense of taste of all kinds before moving on to the mixology stuffs. I think the course are organized and designed very well. You won't feel overwhelmed at all even there're actually lots of informations we went thru! The outcome is ; I can make any kinds of cocktail, just throw me some new recipe, because I'm ready to make it (and WILL memorize it later of course), I have the skills, the basics. I know the anatomy of each kinds of cocktails and spirits. I still can't believe that this all has happened within one week. Rohini, you are the best! read more

Rohini is an awesome teacher / instructor. I've taken 2 classes with her and each time, it was fun, informative, and exciting. She was able to tailor both courses to the different type of group and the preference. I've made cocktails for several years and always prided myself in my "skills" but boy, was i completely wrong. I realized my over confidence all those years were completely unwarranted. I was screwing up the simplest cocktails and they all tasted like crap compared to how they were made with Rohini. She absolutely showed me the way! However, one thing I would recommend ahead of time is that each person has their own station. The first time everyone was able to use their own stuff but the 2nd time some of us had to double up. When doubling up, a few of us lost focus and relied on the other one. However, it was a SUPER FUN and exciting event. I've taken other bar tending classes all over the city and Rohini is ABSOLUTELY THE BEST! read more

Great experience and well worth the money. Try to get Adrian as your instructor for the session. You won't be disappointed! Class was well paced and just the right amount of information, lecture and practice! read more

I attended this cocktail camp for 4 Saturdays in January of 16'. Was seriously a lot of fun. The experience and skills you can take from the camp, you won't learn anywhere else. Once you watch the instructors pour and make a drink, you'll see how experienced and well versed they are. Both of them are extremely friendly, funny, but are there to teach you everything you need to know and make sure you are doing things correctly. I've never made a drink in my life. And suddenly after 4 Saturdays I was mixing drinks for my friends, with great knowledge of why certain things go in what. I've never had a tasting of so many hard alcohols at once but we must've tried around 40 different alcohols! Just to get a flavor feel and understand alcohol more. I really found the history of each type of alcohol interesting. I also did the apprentice ship program with Daniel. Which is a definite must! You'll get a really good feel for what it's like to work behind a bar. Overall, the camp was everything what I wanted. A easy,fun learning experience where I had teachers who were good at what they are teaching, very keen and knowledgable, new/interesting friend, and best of all ---- a job up the block at a bar in the mission, just a few weeks after :) I recommend you take the course just for fun or even if you're trying to be a serious bartender! read more

Loved my experience at the cocktail camp! Thanks Rohini and Nora! You gals rock! I came in the camp with close to zero knowledge about liquors and mixing whatsoever. After reading all the amazing reviews here I decided to sign up purely out of curiosity and a thirst to learn. Man I thought I was prepared for the amazingness of the camp but I was wrong! Rohini and Nora were so energetic, knowledgable, and funny that our small group of 5 were engaged and enchanted the entire time. I still find it amazing that I learnt so much in just 5 days. I felt pretty amazing when I found myself shaking and stirring and talking about cocktails like a pro. But perhaps the best thing I took away from TCC is my new found appreciation for spirits. Highly recommended! read more