Have you ever been to a craft cocktail bar? The drinks not only taste great but they also look amazing! From drinks with color blocks to beverages oozing fog, have you ever wondered how mixologists know which ingredients to use?
If you’re interested in learning how to make craft drinks, you can get a cocktail class price quote in as little as 30 seconds. Yes, it’s really that easy to get started learning how to make cocktails that will impress your friends. Still not sure if signing up for a cocktail class is worth a few seconds of your time? Here’s a look at some of the benefits you can get out of the class.
Great Chance to Hang Out with Others
Life is busy and even hectic. When was the last time you hung out with friends or family? Sure, you make it to the scheduled events but this doesn’t exactly count as hanging out. Signing up for a cocktail class does more than teach you which ingredients to use. You also get the chance to spend some quality time with others.
You can bring a friend or family member to the classes. You can also use the class as an opportunity to make new friends. There’s something relaxing about making cocktails that makes it easy to start conversations. Who knows, you may even leave the cocktail class with a new friend.
Show Off a New Skill
Is there someone in your social or family group who always seems to be showing off a new great skill? Instead of feeling a little jealous and possibly left out, why not learn how to make a couple of craft cocktails? Abstaining from alcohol? No problem. You can show off your mocktail-making skills.
Just imagine the looks on the faces of your friends and family, especially after taking a refreshing sip of your delicious concoction. A cocktail class can give you the chance to be the temporary star of your social group.
Express Your Creative Side
You don’t need to be a skilled artist or writer to show off your creative side. Creativity comes in several forms and it can include making visually appealing cocktails that tickle the taste buds. Yes, this sounds a little like an advertisement but that’s the idea. You’re using the cocktail class to indulge your creative spirit.
You can learn how to layer ingredients to create a color-blocking look. Have you ever wondered how mixologists get fog seeping out of some drinks? You can learn how to create this special effect and use the knowledge to make your own creatively unique beverage.
Relieve Some Stress
We mentioned earlier that life is often hectic. This typically leads to stress. Did you know stress can negatively affect your physical and mental health? Blood pressure can skyrocket and stress can play havoc with your emotions.
Medication can help lower high blood pressure and you may even take up meditation techniques to help boost your mental wellbeing. However, spending an hour or so learning how to make cocktails can also be an effective stress reducer. You can relax with others, have a few laughs, learn some neat drink-making tips, while also forgetting about the day’s stress at least for a little while.
You Get a Feeling of Accomplishment
Okay, it may not seem like a big deal. You can layer ingredients and create tasty concoctions. So, why should being able to make a cocktail give you a feeling of accomplishment? To put it simply, mixing cocktails isn’t easy when you venture outside the normal drink menu.
Pretty much anyone can mix vodka and orange juice to create a Screwdriver—even making a Greyhound is just as easy, simply swap orange juice for grapefruit juice. However, creating something more elaborate takes knowledge and a certain amount of skill.
After completing the fun class, you can show off your skills. Once everyone sees, and tastes, your cocktails they’ll understand why you’re feeling so proud of your accomplishments.
Learn a New Skill and Have Some Fun
A cocktail class is a great way to get out and socialize with others. Who knows, you may even make some new friends. The class is fun and can even give you a chance to relax while learning a new skill. So, what are you waiting for?
Signing up for a cocktail class only takes about 30 seconds. You can easily sign up on a lunch break or in-between reading your emails.