ABC: Academy of Bartending & Cocktails Masterclass

During the six sessions of this intensive MasterClass, we will travel through two centuries of cocktail knowledge to learn classic and contemporary Mixology. We will also provide an in-depth understanding of cocktails and each of their components as well as give the tools required to become a lead bartender at any bar. Lastly, candidates will create and mix their own signature cocktail.

  • Pre-requisite: Must have taken one of the following SGWS courses: Spirits 101, or Cocktail 101, or ASFS Masterclass; or have 1 year bartending experience
  • Required Text: The 12 Cocktails, Third Edition, By Livio Lauro & Armando Rosario
  • Instructor: Livio Lauro, Master Mixologist
  • Upcoming Dates: 
    Wednesdays from April 3rd through May 14th, 2025 from 11:00am to 2:00pm
    Wednesdays from October 29th through December 23rd, 2025 from 11:00am to 2:00pm

Registration opens on February 10th, 2025 

Registration opens on August 29th, 2025 




Course Syllabus

Sessions 2 through 6 will cover the history, manufacturing, ingredients, service food pairing and tasting of the following:
 

Session 1: Intro to the ABC. Assessment Quiz. Intro to Bartending. The “Built” drinks category. Making clear ice. Personal skills part 1.

Session 2: The Foundational History of Cocktails and Bartending – Punch making and tasting. Teachings from pioneer bartenders. The “Stirred” drinks category. Personal skills part 2.

Session 3: Juicing, Syrups, Infusions. Reviewing the 12 Cocktail Families and understanding of how to upgrade them. The “Shaken” drinks category. Personal skills part 3.

Session 4: Becoming a “Lead Bartender.” The traits and best practices for the professional hospitality expert. Contemporary cocktail garnishing. The “Muddled” drinks category. Developing a cocktail recipe. Personal skills part 4.

Session 5: Nitro muddling. Liquid nitrogen cocktails. Personal skills part 5. Review.

Session 6: Final Exam, Cocktail Demonstration

 

 

For additional details or questions, email academy@sgws.com