The Association's Cocktail Classes

110 E 6th Street,Los Angeles CA 90014

29 October, 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 OCTOBER FRIDAY 10/1 -- INFUSIONS Infusions of fruits, herbs, vegetables, and spices can elevate any cocktail. Here we discuss the different techniques and steps to make your own infusions at home, as well as taste what we've been cooking up. SATURDAY 10/2 -- CHAMPAGNE COCKTAILS Who doesn't love a good mimosa? But, there's a lot more to champagne cocktails, and you're going to thank us later. Brunch game= elevated. FRIDAY 10/8 -- 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. SATURDAY 10/9 -- COCKTAILS ACROSS AMERICA This class will take us from New Orleans, to New York to California and everywhere in between. Come taste the history of the US's expansive cocktail culture. FRIDAY 10/15 -- TIKI COCKTAILS (TIKI FRIDAYS) 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 10/16 -- FIRE COCKTAILS 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. FRIDAY 10/22 - FRESH FROM THE GARDEN No green thumb? Don’t worry, we’ll bring the fresh fruits, herbs, veggies. SATURDAY 10/23 -- FALL COCKTAILS The leaves are changing, the air is crisp... oh wait... Maybe even the famous Spice Pumpkin will have to make its appearance! FRIDAY 10/29 -- HALLOWEEN COCKTAILS The only thing spookier than All Hallows' Eve, is doing it without a drink in your hand. All the ghouls will be waiting. SATURDAY 10/30 -- HALLOWEEN COCKTAILS ( Special Time: 7-8PM) -- The only thing spookier than All Hallows' Eve, is doing it without a drink in your hand. All the ghouls will be waiting. NOVEMBER FRIDAY 11/5 -- 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 11/6 -- NO CLASS / PRIVATE EVENT FRIDAY 11/12 -- 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 11/13 -- FRESH FRUIT & HERBS! Do you like mint, basil, raspberries and... booze? Come learn and sample a variety of classic and modern drinks this weekend. FRIDAY 11/19 -- 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 11/20 -- 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 11/26 -- BOURBON COCKTAILS We will explore the extensive world of bourbon cocktails -- indisputably our favorite spirit at The Association.. and you'll find out why during this class! SATURDAY 11/27 -- TEQUILA You've been drinking the wrong tequila, let us show you the way. Here we discuss the different aging processes and flavor profiles that makes this spirit one of the most popular in the world… and for good reason. 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".