Master the Art of the Alcohol-Free Pour: 90-Minute Mocktail Class

Elevate your hosting game and discover the vibrant world of non-alcoholic mixology at Water Tower Distilling Co. Whether you are participating in "Dry January," living a sober lifestyle, or simply love a sophisticated beverage, our 90-minute workshop teaches you that you don't need spirits to create a spiritual experience.

Class Overview

Join our head mixologists in the heart of Ypsilanti for a hands-on journey through botanical flavors, house-made shrubs, and professional garnishing techniques. In 90 minutes, you will move beyond "juice and soda" to craft complex, adult-palate drinks.

• Duration: 90 Minutes

• Location: The Highball Room at Water Tower Distilling Co.

• Price: $45 per person (includes all supplies and tastings)

What You’ll Learn

• The Chemistry of Flavor: Understand how to balance acidity, sweetness, and bitterness without the heat of ethanol.

• The Maker’s Toolkit: Master the use of shakers, muddlers, and bar spoons.

• Botanical Building: Learn how we use the same botanicals from our gin and vodka production to create zero-proof drinks with our own house made syrups and infusions.

• The Final Touch: Practice advanced garnishing and glass-rimming techniques for Instagram-worthy results.

What’s Included

• Welcome Drink: Start the session with one of our signature seasonal mocktails.

• Three Signature Recipes: Step-by-step instruction on three distinct drinks (e.g., a botanical "No-Groni," a spicy seasonal mule, and a fruit-forward shrub).

• Recipe Card: Take home a printed guide to recreate the drinks for your friends and family.

Visit us at 23 N. Washington St., Ypsilanti to discover why we are the premier destination for artisanal drinks and craft beverage education.