The Association's Cocktail Classes

110 E 6th Street,Los Angeles CA 90014

17 September, 2021

Description

CLASS BY ASSOCIATION offers cocktail enthusiasts an opportunity to delve deeper and refine their cocktail knowledge. CLASS BY ASSOCIATION offers cocktail enthusiasts an opportunity to delve deeper and refine their knowledge of cocktails. Classes explore bar basics, tools and techniques as well as individual spirits, their history and use in classic and contemporary cocktails. The Association hosts the one-hour class every Friday & Saturday from 8pm - 9pm. All classes are $40 per person and include: • 1-hour PRIVATE cocktail class • Tasting of 3-4 craft cocktails • Social Hours 9-10:30pm with special cocktail pricing For optimized enjoyment, we limit classes to 22 seats. Registration is required for participation. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable for different dates. For additional inquiries, please email [email protected].   CLASS SCHEDULE SEPTEMBER FRIDAY 9/3 -- FIRE Our most popular class, here we will show you the secrets of our famous old fashioned on fire, as well as other techniques to impress all your friends at your next party. We’ll bring the fire extinguishers. SATURDAY 9/4 -- GIN Gin is one of the most versatile spirits for cocktails. Here we will showcase the different types and flavor profiles and how to use them to your advantage. FRIDAY 9/10 -- TIKI The origins of these “Island” style cocktails may surprise you. Come for the fresh flavors, stay for the rum… lots and lots of rum. SATURDAY 9/11 -- FRESH FRUIT & HERBS! (W/ LARRY CLEMENT) Do you like mint, basil, raspberries and... booze? Come learn and sample a variety of classic and modern drinks this weekend. FRIDAY 9/17 -- FLIPS, FIZZES and SOURS Eggs aren't just for breakfast anymore…(Egg warning) SATURDAY 9/18 -- COCKTAILS AROUND THE WORLD Think of it like a really cool foreign exchange program. Here we explore some of the national cocktails and local libations from countries around the world. FRIDAY 9/24 -- SCOTCH COCKTAILS Your grandpa knew what he was doing. One of the oldest spirits on Earth, Scotches' different varieties and regions will bring power and balance to your cocktail game. SATURDAY 9/25 -- ORIGINS Where do cocktails come from? Who invented the cocktail? What was the first cocktail? You and us need to have a chat.   Established in 2008 The Association, located in the historic Bank District in Downtown, LA, is a low-key, NYC-style lounge, offering classic cocktails in a warm and inviting ambiance.Shielded on the subterranean level of the Pacific Electric Lofts building, The Association's exterior is simply represented by its unique black door with a brass lion head knocker. It is dimly lit and strategically split in two sections--the bar and the lounge area--offering guests variety in space and atmosphere. The musical taste of the venue is considered eclectic, ranging from classic rock to disco, alternative, new age and loungeThe lounge is characterized by its intimate leather banquettes, mirrored light fixtures, brass ornaments and Vegas casino--style, regal carpets.The Association's cocktail menu, conceptualized by San Francisco based consultant Kent Howard and owner Ashley Joyce, consists of an impressive list of classic concoctions such as America's first-ever created cocktail, the "Sazerac".