Mixology 102: Secondary Classics

Mixology 102: The Rise of the Secondary Classics

Build on the foundations of Mixology 101 with a deeper exploration of how imported European liqueurs and wines transformed cocktail culture in the very late 19th and early 20th centuries. This class traces the shift from simple builds to more layered, expressive drinks, leading to the refined styles used during Prohibition.

Learn how expanding ingredient availability—liqueurs, fortified wines, and aromatized spirits—reshaped balance, technique, and creativity behind the bar. We’ll break down the structure of “secondary classics,” showing how bartenders began to experiment with complexity, texture, and presentation.

Through guided instruction, you’ll craft three iconic cocktails that define this evolution: the Sidecar, the Highball, and the Flip.

Perfect for those ready to go beyond the basics, this class sharpens your technique while expanding your understanding of how modern cocktail culture came to be.

Duration: 2 hours of expert-led instruction.

Tastings: Quality wines imported from Europe, Secondary Spirits 3 handcrafted cocktails Sidecar, the Highball, and the Flip

Pairings: A complimentary welcome punch and our signature truffle popcorn.

Technique: ISI Carbonation