Virtual Cocktails: Bourbon and Rye

Have you ever wondered where and how Bourbon and Rye began in America? Was it the first charred, barrel aged spirit in global history? Join Christophe Bakunas, our spirits expert, as our story begins in 1789 and weaves through the next couple of centuries in our unique American history of distilling brown spirits. Grab your favorite bottle and we will shake and stir two cocktails.

Menu:

• An Old Twist to a Classic Sazerac
• The Heated Man O' War

Skills covered in class:

• Jiggering
• Shaking, straining and stirring
• Must-have bar ingredients
• Bar lingo
• Presentation
• Garnishes
• Selecting appropriate ice and glassware

To enhance your experience, order your 750ml bottle of Journeyman Last Feather Rye Whiskey for curbside pickup from The Chopping Block Lincoln Square on Wednesday and Thursday from 1-5pm, Friday from 12-4pm, or Saturday from 12-2pm.

Upon registration, you’ll receive the recipes and equipment list. You have the option to make the cocktails before class, with Christophe during class, or after class. It’s your happy hour!

Complete your evening, and order one of our charcuterie and cheese plates to enjoy during your cocktail class available for curbside pickup on Saturday, 4/10 from 12-2pm.

We would like to thank Cream Wine and Spirits, a family-owned distribution company, for sponsoring the product for this class. Products can be found at Binny’s or independent retailers.

Our virtual cocktail classes, via Zoom, are a fun opportunity to watch your spirits expert in action. Our Zoom moderator will make sure your questions submitted through the chat option are answered during or after class. 

Got questions about our virtual classes? Check out our FAQs.