The history of booze has always been shrouded in myths told with overzealous confidence. Mostly because the people promulgating such knowledge were probably drunk. “Absinthe makes you hallucinate!” It doesn’t. “The clearer the spirit the more pure.” What. “Cocktails are only quality if stirred not shaken.” Please stop. Spirits are fascinating because of the stories they hold and the stories they create. Cocktail culture is quintessentially American — it’s a blend of cultures, of interactions between people, laws, countries. It’s young and rapidly evolving with the increasing interconnectedness of the world yet deeply rooted in tradition. 11/22: Whisk(e)y 11/23: Vodka & Gin 11/29: Rum, Tequila, Mezcal 11/30: Vodka & Gin We’ll go through a brief history of the spirits of the night, how to differentiate, pair flavor profiles, and go on to taste classic cocktails in these categories. You'll learn about the theory and arts behind mixology through tastings and sample up-and-coming local spirits. Any respectable bartender should be well versed in the classics, so come hang out on our balcony overlooking the SF skyline and discover your next cocktail crush <3