Team Building Mixology Classes

A team building experience your people will actually talk about on Monday.

Team building mixology classes bring people together in a way that feels genuinely fun — not forced. Whether your team is in one room or spread across the country, The Cocktail Guru delivers a hands-on cocktail experience that’s equal parts education, entertainment, and real connection.

Led by some of the most talented and engaging mixologists in the industry, these classes work because they give people something to do together, something to learn, and something to laugh about. The cocktails are a vehicle. The camaraderie is the point.

What's Included

90-minute class format

Live in-person events run 90 minutes. Virtual sessions in 30 or 60-minute formats.

2–3 cocktails or mocktails

Guests learn to build two or three drinks from scratch, step by step.

Iron Mixology team challenge

Optional cocktail mix-off that adds friendly competition to in-person events.

Everything provided

All liquors, mixers, garnishes, and equipment for events at your location.

Small group format

Guests work in small groups, which keeps everyone engaged and makes it easy to connect.

Non-alcoholic options

Mocktail alternatives always available, given the same care as the cocktail menu.

For the person making the case internally: Team building events that involve shared skill-building and friendly competition consistently outperform passive social events in post-event satisfaction. This is the kind of event people request again — and several of our clients do exactly that.

Trusted by

Deloitte, NBC Sports, Luckie & Company, Converge, Oomph Inc

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"The Cocktail Guru team was such a pleasure to work with! They were somehow able to plan this wonderful virtual event, managed to safely deliver almost 50 packages to multiple states across the US and even in Canada (in the middle of a pandemic and wildfires). We will definitely be back for a round 2. Our team loved our Guru as well, Darnell knows his stuff!"
Buklola Adesanya
Deloitte

In Person, Virtual, or Hybrid

In Person

We come to you, anywhere in the US

Conference room, office kitchen, hotel ballroom, rooftop, beach park — we adapt to whatever space you have. Setup and cleanup are handled by our team.

Virtual

Remote teams, fully included

Each remote participant receives a kit with everything they need — spirits, mixers, garnishes, and tools — shipped in advance. The class runs over video conference with the same energy as an in-person event.

Hybrid

Some in the room, some on screen

We run both simultaneously. In-person gets the full setup; remote participants get their kits. Everyone’s in the class together.

What makes these classes work

Skilled, personable instructors
Every class is led by a vetted Cocktail Guru — experienced educators who know how to teach technique while keeping the energy high and the room laughing.
Customized to your group
We learn about your team and your goals in advance. The drinks, the format, and the tone are shaped around what will work best for your event.
Prepared, professional, and on time

We arrive early, set everything up, and stay to clean up. Your only job is to show up and enjoy it.

Inclusive by design

Sample-sized servings, mocktail options, and a format that welcomes everyone — regardless of their relationship with alcohol.

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What Clients Say

"NBC Sports would like to thank The Cocktail Guru for making our team building activity so absolutely amazing. We had so much fun making drinks and the team challenge was the best. Everyone loved the event and we plan to book again for next year's offsite."
NBC Sports
"Our mixologist, Cameron, was super engaging and made learning about cocktails FUN. Our client was very impressed and couldn't stop talking about how awesome it was. Can't wait to do this again with other clients!"
Chris Greenhalgh
Luckie & Company
"Everyone was impressed with the kits that were sent. Our host, Darnell, was the best bartender/host. Some of our attendees said it was the best time they've had all year!"
Kata Pavlov
Converge
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Common Questions

Do you have a minimum or maximum group size?

No minimum, no maximum. Groups of 10 to 100+ all work — the format adjusts to fit. We’ll talk through what makes sense for your headcount.

What if some of our team is remote?

Not a problem. Remote participants receive a kit shipped in advance with everything they need. We run the class over video conference so everyone’s included.

Can the event be customized for our company?

Yes. We learn about your team and your goals ahead of time and shape the event accordingly — drinks, format, tone, and any specific details you want incorporated.

Do you offer non-alcoholic options?

Always. Mocktail alternatives are part of every event and made with the same care as the cocktail menu.

Can you come to a hotel or resort?

Yes. We coordinate directly with the venue. Most hotels require liquor through their own F&B; program — this usually works within your food and beverage minimum. Our team carries liability insurance and beverage certification where required.

Do you also offer wine, beer, or spirits tasting events?

We do — tasting events with wine, beer, specialty spirits, or even chocolate are available. Ask us about it when you reach out.

Also available:

Tasting events with wine, beer, specialty spirits, or chocolate. Private home events. Bar service for parties and social gatherings. Non-profit discounts available — ask when you reach out.

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Tell us about your team and we’ll follow up quickly with availability and next steps.

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