{"title":"The Cocktail Lab","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seasonal zero-proof cocktail workshop series from Fine Art Bartending School. Each class is 90 minutes, one advanced technique, and two drinks you build and drink yourself. Take one, or take all three and build a full seasonal repertoire.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-cocktail-lab-fall-flavours-edition","title":"The Cocktail Lab: Fall Flavours Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 90-minute, hands-on cocktail workshop built around one advanced technique: infusion. Build two seasonal drinks from scratch with warm autumn spices and aromatic bitters. Leave with a shopping list and a party plan ready for fall hosting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this class is\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cocktail Lab is a seasonal workshop series from Fine Art Bartending. Each cocktail-making class is 90-minutes. 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Your take-home cards include the zero-proof build you made in class and the full-proof version for your home bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe two cocktails on the menu\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Chai Colada\u003c\/strong\u003e · a spiced twist on the Piña Colada, built on your own chai-coconut infusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Pumpkin 95\u003c\/strong\u003e · a sparkling French 75 gone full autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you'll learn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfusion basics: hot vs. cold, what each is for, and shelf life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to build a spiced infusion from scratch, ratio by ratio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBitters as a finishing tool. Two or three drops can shift a whole drink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to jigger, shake, stir, and strain the way professionals are taught.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA fall theme, a ready-made seasonal shopping list for hosting a cocktail party at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6:00\u003c\/strong\u003e · Arrive, welcome sip, and station intro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6:10\u003c\/strong\u003e · The technique: infusion theory and a live demo, ratio by ratio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6:25\u003c\/strong\u003e · Build your first cocktail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6:50\u003c\/strong\u003e · Build your second cocktail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7:10\u003c\/strong\u003e · Turn it into a party: hosting tips, seasonal shopping list, and the instructor's recommendations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7:25\u003c\/strong\u003e · Wrap-up, recipe cards (both versions), and photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone. 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This class is for everyone, and it's also a great way to extend your knowledge if you've trained with us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90 minutes of hands-on instruction with a professional bartender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth drinks you build, you drink in class!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake-home recipe cards for both drinks, in zero-proof and full-proof versions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA seasonal shopping list and hosting tips so you can run the whole night yourself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLogistics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monday, September 21 · 6:00 to 7:30 PM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine Art Bartending School, 319 Pender St W Unit 10, Vancouver, BC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e $69 · Class size capped at 12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18+. 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You'll also learn the colour-change chemistry of butterfly pea flower, which shifts a drink from violet to magenta in front of your guests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery drink is poured zero-proof in class. Real spirit profiles, real technique, all the craft of the cocktail with none of the morning after. Every recipe also works both ways. Your take-home cards include the zero-proof build you made in class and the full-proof version for your home bar. 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Then you'll finish both drinks with playful holiday garnish work: sugared cranberries, candy cane rims, and cocoa stencils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery drink is poured zero-proof in class. Real spirit profiles, real technique, all the craft of the cocktail with none of the morning after, which matters in December more than any other month. Every recipe also works both ways. 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