Tequila, the Mexican spirit made from agave, is the most illuminating experience of terroir, culture and 500 years of history all captured in a bottle. Come explore the beauty and complexity of this spirit, unlock its secrets and see firsthand what its traditions hold with spirits expert, Christophe Bakunas. Christophe's passion for this spirit…
Tequila, the Mexican spirit made from agave, is the most illuminating experience of terroir, culture and 500 years of history all captured in a bottle. Come explore the beauty and complexity of this spirit, unlock its secrets and see firsthand what its traditions hold with spirits expert, Christophe Bakunas. Christophe's passion for this spirit will be evident as he walks you through the artisanal production of this spirit, decodes the multiple varieties of tequila and takes you on a journey to understand the rich and colorful history of this mysterious spirit.
Menu:
- The Batanga (The Most Iconic Drink in the Town of Tequila)
- The Tequila Manhattan
Skills covered in class:
- Jiggering
- Must-have bar ingredients
- Bar lingo
- Presentation
- Garnishes
- Selecting appropriate glassware
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!
To enhance your experience, order your 750ml bottle of Azuñia Tequila Blanco and 750ml bottle of Mata Vermouth Tinto for curbside pickup from The Chopping Block Lincoln Square on Wednesday through Friday from 12-5pm, or Saturday from 10am-4pm.
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.
