Cocktails & Mixology - Bartending Course Auckland

Have fun, learning how to become a professionals bartender and make cocktails.

Introduction

Have fun, learning how the professionals tend bar and make cocktails.

OVERVIEW

Over three sessions you will start with an understanding of how a bar works and some basic service techniques. You will then move on to cocktail and mixology working with classics such as Margarita, Cosmopolitan, Mojito and Caipirinha. Understanding the tastes and flavours of spirits and liqueurs is the key to making great cocktails. You will learn new skills and tricks of the trade that will build your confidence at making and presenting mixed drinks and cocktails at home or at work.

A certificate of attendance will be awarded at the completion of this class.

SESSION 1

Introduction to Cocktails and Bartending
Bar Equipment
Garnishes
Product Knowledge
Ingredients
Customer service technique
Basic Bar service techniques

SESSION 2

Cocktail introduction
Cocktail Equipment
Cocktail recipe structure
Built drinks
Shaken Drinks

SESSION 3

Shaken Drinks
Muddled Drinks
Flavour Construction and Mixology
Creating your own Recipes

A certificate of attendance will be awarded at the completion of this class.

Graduates of this course will be familiar with preparing cocktails and will have an understanding of how a commercial bar works with some basic service techniques. For students looking to apply for jobs in the industry, we recommend enrolling in our Spirits, Cocktails and Bartending Micro-Credential as you will have more time to practice and perfect your skills or our 16-week Certificate in Food & Beverage, Barista, Wine & Spirits, Level 4 program.

Certificate in Spirits, Cocktails and Bartending Micro-Credential - Full time over 5 days
Certificate in Food & Beverage, Barista, Wine & Spirits, Level 4 - Full time over 16 weeks

Page Updated: 06 Nov 2026

2 years ago

Great course Great course! Teaches you all the basics you need to know for cocktail making. Also, a goo… Oscar

2 years ago

Great tutor Tutor was informative and interactive. Covered all the essentials! Con

2 years ago

Fun Experience Awesome course, Franck is a really good instructor to learn from! Awesome classmates too,… Stanley

2 years ago

Much better than expected This course was sooo much better than I expected it to be. The instructor is absolutely am… Andre

2 years ago

Review of the 3 day cocktails course very Informative Liza

2 years ago

Our instructor Franck was excellent Our instructor Franck was excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed the course. Andrew

2 years ago

I had such a wonderful experience in… I had such a wonderful experience in the course class! The instructor was amazing, and I l… Katherine

2 years ago

Exceeded expectations Exceeded expectations, plenty of hands on experience, got to make a large variety of cockt… Kiwi

2 years ago

Bartending and mixology course It was a very hands on class where we learnt how to balance flavours and liquors in drinks… Mila

2 years ago

Franck was the best Franck was the best! Severely enjoyable course and very informative. Harry

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need any prior bartending or cocktail-making experience?

No prior experience is required. This course is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of bartending, cocktail preparation and mixology.
What will I learn in the Cocktail making class?

You’ll learn about bar equipment, spirits, liqueurs, garnishes and basic bar service techniques. You’ll also gain hands-on experience making classic cocktails, including Margaritas, Cosmopolitans, Mojitos and Caipirinhas, as well as creating your own recipes.
How long is the cocktail making class?

The course runs over three evenings, with each session lasting three hours. Classes are currently scheduled from 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm, Monday to Wednesday. Book your class here.
Is the course practical or theory-based?

The course combines practical, hands-on learning with essential product knowledge. You’ll practise different cocktail-making techniques, including shaking, muddling and building drinks, while learning about flavours and presentation.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?

Yes, you’ll receive a certificate from the New Zealand School of Food and Wine in Cocktail and Mixology upon successful completion of the course.
What is the minimum age to enrol?

Students must be at least 18 years old to enrol in the Cocktails Class.
Can I take this course if I want to work as a bartender?

Yes. The course introduces you to basic bartending and customer service techniques and helps you build practical skills. If you’re looking to pursue a career in hospitality, you may also wish to consider a more extensive bartending qualification.

Qualifications Gained

NZSFW Certificate in Cocktail & Mixology

Course Requirements

Aged 18 or over
English Language Recommendations: NCEA Level 1 or IELTS 5.0
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BARTENDING & COCKTAILS | 3 EVENINGS

Session Dates

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Enrolment

Click on the date above and this will redirect you to the enrolment form, where you can pay online.

Registration Deadline

Registrations close 1 day before the course starts. Late registrations may be available, please enrol and contact us regarding any late registrations.