Italian Aperitivo Mixology Class with Snacks

Tuscany, Florence



Learn how to make iconic Italian cocktails in a hands-on mixology class in Florence. Enjoy a welcome glass of Prosecco, make classic cocktails, and enjoy typical Italian aperitivo snacks.

Highlights

  • Learn how to make iconic Italian cocktails in a hands-on mixology class
  • Discover the origins of Italian aperitivo culture and its iconic cocktails
  • Enjoy a welcome glass of Prosecco and typical Italian aperitivo snacks
  • Make classic cocktails like the Negroni and the Americano
  • Get tips from your instructor on how to measure, balance, and dilute

Description

Step behind the bar and discover the fascinating history of Italy’s most iconic cocktails in this mixology experience. Learn how to mix and prepare each drink yourself, and discover how some of Italy's most famous cocktails were born and how they evolved into the drinks we know and love today. Begin your experience with a welcome glass of Prosecco as your bar lady introduces you to the fascinating world of Italian aperitivo. Discover the origins of the tradition, the role of bitter flavors and vermouth, and how cities such as Milan, Turin, and Florence helped shape the history of Italian cocktail culture. Then, step behind the bar and start mixing. With your bar lady, learn how to prepare Milano-Torino, Americano, Negroni, and some modern twists like Negroni Sbagliato, Negroski, Boulevardier, and The Italian Spritz. At the end, shake yourself the Aperol Sour. Throughout the experience, your bar lady will guide you step by step, sharing stories, techniques, and professional tips. Learn how to measure ingredients, understand balance and dilution, use essential bar tools, and discover the techniques behind stirring, building, and shaking cocktails. Everything is paired with typical Italian aperitivo snacks. By the end of the class, you’ll have prepared and tasted a selection of iconic cocktails while discovering Italian aperitivo culture.

Includes

Welcome glass of Prosecco Introduction to Italian Aperitivo culture Guidance from expert bar lady Typical Italian Aperitivo snacks Preparation and tasting of 7 iconic cocktails

Excludes

Transportation to the venue Additional drinks not listed

Important Information

  • Participants must be of legal drinking age No prior mixology experience required Wear comfortable clothing

Easy cancellation

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