Cocktail Classroom

Step into the world of cocktails with us as your guide! Join us for class at Smoked and embark on your mixology journey.

With our expertise, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the art of mixology. Plus, enjoy the hands-on experience of creating cocktails and savoring passed appetizers. Elevate your bartending skills and become a cocktail pro with us!

Take a look at our Themed Clases:

Prohibition Era (May 26th)

• This class will explore prohibition; one of the most formative events in the history of alcohol in America , and how its influence has carried over to both classic and modern cocktails.

Building a Bar at Home (June 23rd)

• This crash course for the at-home bartender will give guidance on what bottles to get for your at home bar, which liquors to start with, what tools are needed, and some simple drinks one can make at home when starting their own bar.

The Wonderful World of Whiskey ( July 14th)

• This class with go over the broad range of styles of whiskey, From Scotch to Bourbon to Rye, and how to incorporate them all into your cocktails and daily drinking !

Cordials, Amaro, Apertifs; Oh My ! (August 11th)

• This class will explore the diverse world of bottles we all know and love on our backbar that aren't liquor; From bittersweet and herbal Amaro's to floral and fruity Cordials, and how they are used in drinks.

The Bitter Truth: All about Bitters ! ( Sept 8)

• This class will dive into the history and application of bitters, one of the most essential of cocktail ingredients ! We will taste and discuss the most popular cocktail bitters, and demonstrate how their use can impact your drinks.

About Smoked: Smoked is a vibrant and unique fine dining restaurant located in the heart of Columbia’s Historic Main Street District. The restaurant embraces a farm to table concept using the highest quality ingredients through an extensive seafood selection, oyster bar, smoked meats, on-site Peak Drift Brewing Company microbrewery, and award-winning cocktails and cousines. Smoked embodies flair and flavor with a modern and colorful twist. The beautifully restored historic setting, dating back to the Civil War in 1866, paired with the highest quality foods provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable dining experience.

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