Raising the Bar

Holiday Cocktail Class with Hogwash Whiskey Den
2024-12-22 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Join us for our festive cocktail class on December 22nd with Hogwash Whiskey Den!
Our final class of the year features drinks inspired by cinema’s holiday classics. The cocktails served and celebrated in many of our favorite holiday movies tell stories of American culture through the decades. Learn and be inspired by these traditional holiday tipples of our past while we enjoy three delicious drinks that celebrate the season.
Yes, once again, there will be fire. We begin with one of the historic winter drinks famous in England, a winter favorite in colonial America, and highlighted in a holiday film. Then, Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist, Simon, will guide you through 2 additional cocktails inspired by the holiday classics. Mixology lessons will have you stirring and shaking, guided by a primer on using the barkeep’s tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s resident historian, Renée, will illuminate the stories and history behind these classic drinks.
Tickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks

Mixology and history lessons

Appetizers

A cocktail recipe booklet

Class includes a bartending station for each pair of guests, fresh-made and prepped ingredients, and vintage glassware. Shake, stir, and sip in style as you deepen your knowledge of cocktails and develop your palate.
MUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests.
ALLERGY ALERT: One of the drinks contains cinnamon. Please get in touch with us if you have an allergy so we can have an alternate drink.
If you have questions, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarnw.com.
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Where has the Rum Gone?
2025-02-02 15:00 - 17:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Join us for our first cocktail class of the year and explore the history of rum, from Colonial tavern to the mid-century modern tiki bar. In an arc of drinking traditions lasting over 300 years, rum has gone in and out of favor — loved and loathed. Learn why rum has been called “the history of America in a glass” while making and sipping 3 historic rum drinks. Enjoy a taste of the tropics on a wintery Sunday afternoon.
Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist, Simon, will guide you through the ingredients with mixology lessons on using the barkeep’s tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s resident historian, Renée will illuminate the stories and history behind the rum’s rollercoaster ride through America’s drinking traditions.
Tickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

Class includes a bartending station for each pair of guests, fresh-made and prepped ingredients, and vintage glassware. Shake, stir, and sip in style as you deepen your knowledge of cocktails and develop your palate.
MUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
ALLERGY ALERT: One of the drinks contains cinnamon. Please get in touch with us if you have an allergy so we can have an alternate drink.
If you have questions, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarnw.com.
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Seattle Cocktail Week: Bartender's Circle & Carnival of Cocktails
2025-03-03 - 2025-03-10 | Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA, 98109, United States
FIND Renée at Seattle Cocktail Week: March 2-8

We’re kicking off Seattle Cocktail Week with the 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 3/3-5, an industry event for professionals.
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I’ll speak on Tuesday at 3:30 about the Myths of Cocktail Culture in the PNW.

From the territory days to statehood, was it just glasses of whiskey and beer at the hundreds of drinking establishments in Washington?

While the Golden Age of Cocktails was happening east of the Mississippi, did it affect drinking culture in the PNW?

What events collided in the early twentieth century that exploded into the deep divisions of wet versus dry?

On Saturday, 3/8, the 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 welcomes everyone to taste, learn, and experience over 100 brands.
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Find me at the 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐚𝐛 at 1 p.m. to learn how bitters went from the medicine cabinet to the cocktail glass and why you should make your own. You can also find Badass Bitters DIY Bitters Kits, dozens of distilleries, and more.
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Saturday will be a not-to-be-missed event, from live performers and tastings to hands-on experiences and the learning lab.
We’re bringing DIY Cocktail Bitters Kits PLUS some special Mid-century vintage glassware sets. See you Saturday, March 8th, Noon to 7 pm.

Tiki Cocktail Class with Commellini Estate
2025-03-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Commellini Estate, 14715 N. Dartford Dr. Spokane, WA, Spokane, WA, 99208, United States
Step out of the cold and into the world of Tiki culture with our first cocktail class of the year. Learn how the forces of 19th-century drinking culture, Prohibition, war, and tourism brought together the proliferation of Tiki culture. Immerse yourself in the stories and master the techniques that ushered in what people drank on the islands and the mainland. Enjoy these tropical delights as we transition to spring!

Crafted Drinks:

Tiki’s founding punch swizzle: gold rum, lime, mint, aromatic bitters, fizzy water

WWII-inspired victory cocktail: rhum agricole, gold rum, falernum, allspice, honey, lime, orange bitters, brandied cherry

The quintessential tiki concoction: gold rum, dark rum, grapefruit, lime, orange curaçao, falernum, pernod, aromatic bitters, mint

Included in the Cocktail Class:

Classic Commellini Pasta
Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
A cocktail recipe booklet

There will be a bartending station for each pair of guests in the class, fresh-prepped juices/syrups/garnishes, and elegant vintage glassware. Shake, sip, and savor in style as you deepen your knowledge of cocktails and develop your palate.
TICKETS + DETAILS HERE! MUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests.
What to Expect: In this intimate, hands-on cocktail class, you will be paired up at a station with vintage glassware and classic craft bartending tools.
+ 3 cocktails included
+Learn mixology skills
+Work side-by-side with others to create delicious concoctions.
+Interact with classmates and the instructor for a rich, intimate learning experience
+The class, including mealtime, takes approximately 3 hours.
+Each participant will receive a specialized booklet provided by “Raising the Bar” with 3 cocktail recipes and history about each cocktail!
+Full Meal Menu including Bread, Caesar Salad, and our Pasta Bar Buffet.
+Raising the Bar will provide all the bartending equipment and supplies.
+Class is not available to minors under the age of 21. Must bring proof of ID.

Women Behind the Bar Cocktail Class with Hogwash Whiskey Den
2025-03-23 15:00 - 17:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
SOLD-OUT CLASS — Are you following our Eventbrite page to get notified when a class goes LIVE? It’s the best way to ensure you get access to tickets ASAP. Go HERE and click “Follow.”
Join us for an unforgettable experience at our March cocktail class, where we’ll dive into the rich contributions of women in cocktail culture! This engaging class will teach you the art of mixology and celebrate the incredible women who have shaped the world of drinks throughout history.
We are thrilled to welcome Anu Apte, the visionary behind Seattle’s acclaimed bars—Rob Roy and Navy Strength, as well as Vinnie’s Bottle Shop. Anu’s talent and passion have earned her a nomination for this year’s James Beard Foundation’s Outstanding Professional in Cocktail Service, making this class an event you won’t want to miss!
Discover the often-overlooked stories of women who have played pivotal roles in drinking culture, from Martha Washington and Colonial tavern owners to the trailblazers of the cocktail Renaissance in the early 2000s. This is your chance to honor their legacy while crafting and savoring delicious cocktails inspired by these remarkable women.
Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist, Simon, will guide you through the ingredients with mixology lessons on using the barkeep’s tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s resident historian, Renée, will illuminate the stories and history of the roles of women in cocktail culture.
Tickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

Class includes a bartending station for each pair of guests, fresh-made and prepped ingredients, and vintage glassware.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, create, and connect over exquisite libations. Join us and be part of a celebration that skillfully blends history, empowerment, and the joy of cocktail crafting! Reserve your spot today!
MUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests.
If you have questions, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarnw.com.
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Atomic Cocktails: Mid-Century Modernism in a Glass
2025-04-20 15:00 - 17:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
Join us for an exploration of mid-century cocktails as you not only sip on these classic concoctions but also uncover the intriguing stories behind each one. Plus, you’ll have the chance to hone your mixology skills.
Explore the dynamic era of mid-twentieth-century America, where modernist design, the space race, and the rise of suburbs converged with a revival of cocktail culture, reshaping social life. Learn about the forces behind these transformations while enjoying the drinks that defined the era.
Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist, Simon, will guide you through the ingredients with mixology lessons on using the barkeep’s tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s resident historian, Renée will illuminate the stories and history of mid-century cocktail culture.
Tickets are $75 per person. BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE!
Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

Class includes a bartending station for each pair of guests, fresh-made and prepped ingredients, and vintage glassware.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, create, and connect over exquisite libations. Join us and be part of a celebration that skillfully blends history and the joy of cocktail crafting. Reserve your spot today!
The Sunday, April 27th class is SOLD OUT.
MUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests.
If you have questions, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarnw.com.
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Atomic Cocktails: Mid-Century Modernism in a Glass
2025-04-27 15:00 - 17:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
OUR APRIL COCKTAIL CLASS IS ALL ABOUT COCKTAIL CULTURE IN MID-CENTURY AMERICA!

Join us for an exploration of mid-century cocktails as you not only sip on these classic concoctions but also uncover the intriguing stories behind each one. Plus, you’ll have the chance to hone your mixology skills.

Explore the dynamic era of mid-twentieth-century America, where modernist design, the space race, and the rise of suburbs converged with a revival of cocktail culture, reshaping social life. Learn about the forces behind these transformations while enjoying the drinks that defined the era. It was a time when bars became prominent in homes and offices, serving as lively social hubs for leisure and business gatherings.
Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist, Simon, will guide you through the ingredients with mixology lessons on using the barkeep’s tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s resident historian, Renée, will illuminate the stories and history of mid-century cocktail culture.
Tickets are $75 per person. BUY TICKETS HERE!
Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

Class includes a bartending station for each pair of guests, fresh-made and prepped ingredients, and vintage glassware.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, create, and connect over exquisite libations. Join us and be part of a celebration that skillfully blends history and the joy of cocktail crafting. Reserve your spot today!
MUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests.
If you have questions, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarnw.com.

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Mother's Day Spokane Imbibes Cocktail Class
2025-05-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Spokane Imbibes: The History of Spokane in 3 Drinks
Celebrate Mother’s Day by joining us for a Cocktail Class about Spokane. Explore the history of Spokane through three unique cocktails. Learn how the founding of Spokane Falls in 1873 coincided with important changes in America’s drinking culture. As the nation expanded westward toward the Pacific, the drinking habits of the thirsty newcomers also evolved.
Our cocktail classes are hands-on, featuring bartending stations for each pair of guests. You’ll grab onto a shaker, mixing glass, and bar spoon while learning mixology techniques. We’ll explain the importance of each method as we guide you through the steps. Our team arrives early to press fresh juices, make syrups from scratch, and prepare all the ingredients needed for three drinks.
We’ll make and enjoy the drinks in chronological order to tell the story of Spokane’s development over time. From the founding years and the changes of the late nineteenth century to the people, places, and events that shaped Spokane and cocktail culture — hello, Prohibition! — in the twentieth century. Our classes blend history and mixology. Taste the history!
Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist, Simon, will guide you through the ingredients with mixology lessons on using the barkeep’s tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s resident historian, Renée, shares stories and the history of Spokane.
Tickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

The class includes a bartending station for each pair of guests, fresh-made and prepared ingredients, and vintage glassware.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, create, and connect over exquisite libations. Join us and be part of a celebration that skillfully blends history and the joy of cocktail crafting. Reserve your spot today!
TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE HERE!
MUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests.
Have questions? Please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarNW.com

Spokane Imbibes: The History of Spokane in 3 Drinks
2025-05-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
This class is SOLD OUT. We’ve added a second Spokane Imbibes Mother’s Day edition class on May 11th. Details HERE!
Join us in celebrating Spokane at our May cocktail class, where we’ll explore the history of Spokane through three distinct drinks. The founding of Spokane Falls in 1873 coincided with significant developments in America’s drinking culture. As the nation expanded westward toward the Pacific, the drinking habits of the thirsty newcomers also evolved.
Our cocktail classes are hands-on, featuring bartending stations for each pair of guests. You’ll grab onto a shaker, mixing glass, and bar spoon while learning mixology techniques. We’ll explain the importance of each method as we guide you through the steps. Our team arrives early to press fresh juices, make syrups from scratch, and prepare all the ingredients needed for three drinks.
We’ll make and enjoy the drinks chronologically to tell the story of Spokane’s development over time. From the founding years and the changes of the late nineteenth century to the people, places, and events that shaped Spokane and cocktail culture — hello, Prohibition! — in the twentieth century. Our classes blend history and mixology. Taste the history!
Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist, Simon, will guide you through the ingredients with mixology lessons on using the barkeep’s tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s resident historian, Renée, shares stories and the history of Spokane.
Tickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

The class includes a bartending station for each pair of guests, fresh-made and prepared ingredients, and vintage glassware.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, create, and connect over exquisite libations. Join us and be part of a celebration that skillfully blends history and the joy of cocktail crafting. Reserve your spot today!
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS.
MUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests.

Camp Cocktail: The 1960s and 70s
2025-06-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Camp Cocktail is back for summer 2025! You might not remember your 20s, but we do. Join us as we reintroduce you to the drinks of your youth, but with an elevated twist. Dive into the cocktail culture of the 1960s and shake and stir up libations that ushered in the disco fever of the 70s. It was a time of loud music and bright lights. Discover the stories behind the drinks that became popular while sipping and tasting. With Father’s Day in mind, it could be the perfect gift for that hard-to-shop-for guy—just a thought!
Our cocktail classes are hands-on, featuring bartending stations for each pair of guests. You’ll grab onto a shaker, mixing glass, and bar spoon while learning mixology techniques. We’ll explain the importance of each method as we guide you through the steps. Our team arrives early to press fresh juices, make syrups from scratch, and prepare all the ingredients needed for class drinks.
It’s going to be a joyride packed with history and colorful concoctions! Enjoy mixology lessons with Hogwash Whiskey Den’s talented Simon Moorby and Erin Fasbender, and stories and history from Renée Cebula of Raising the Bar.
The cost of our classes has been creeping up over the last 2 years, and we’ve tried to cut our margins so as not to have to increase ticket prices. But alas, tickets will be $84 beginning in June. We appreciate you. Your support over the years of doing these classes has warmed our hearts and pushed us to develop more classes around fun and meaningful topics. If you have any questions, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarNW.com.
Tickets are $84 per person. Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

The class includes a bartending station for each pair of guests, fresh-made and prepared ingredients, and vintage glassware.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, create, and connect over exquisite libations. Join us and be part of a celebration that skillfully blends history and the joy of cocktail crafting. Reserve your spot today!
Purchase tickets HERE!
MUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests.
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Camp Cocktail: The 1980s and 90s
2025-07-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Camp Cocktail is back for summer 2025. You might not remember your 20s, but we do. Join us as we reintroduce you to the drinks of your youth, but with an elevated twist. In our second of three classes for the summer, we’ll boogie into the 1980s and onto the vibrant 90s. It’s a time that many aficionados consider a low point in cocktail history. Let’s uncover all the fuss as we shake, stir, and sip our way through the drinks. Were these decades merely a continued decline of the once-celebrated craft of mixology, or were they the stuff of “Cocktails and Dreams?” (Cue the Beach Boys’ Kokomo.) Let’s discover this together in cocktail class!
Our cocktail classes are hands-on, featuring bartending stations for each pair of guests. You’ll grab onto a shaker, mixing glass, and bar spoon while learning mixology techniques. We’ll explain the importance of each method as we guide you through the steps. Our team arrives early to press fresh juices, make syrups from scratch, and prepare all the ingredients needed for class drinks.
It’s going to be a joyride packed with history and colorful concoctions! Enjoy mixology lessons with Hogwash Whiskey Den’s talented Simon Moorby and Erin Fasbender, and stories and history of the drinks from historian Renée Cebula of Raising the Bar.
The cost of our classes has been creeping up over the last 2 years, and we’ve tried to cut our margins so as not to have to increase ticket prices. But alas, tickets will be $84 beginning in June. We appreciate you. Your support over the years of doing these classes has warmed our hearts and pushed us to develop more classes around fun and meaningful topics. If you have any questions, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarNW.com.
Tickets are $84 per person. Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

The class includes a bartending station for each pair of guests, fresh-made and prepared ingredients, and vintage glassware.
Purchase tickets HERE!
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, create, and connect over exquisite libations. Join us and be part of a celebration that skillfully blends history and the joy of cocktail crafting. Reserve your spot today!
MUST BE 21 and over.
Purchase tickets in advance.
The class is limited to 30 guests.
Find us on Instagram: Raising the Bar
Check us out on Facebook: Hogwash Whiskey Den

Camp Cocktail: The 2000s Cocktail Renaissance
2025-08-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
This year’s Camp Cocktail grand finale is on August 17th, where we will celebrate the vibrant cocktail renaissance of the 2000s. Learn about the bartenders who rediscovered America’s Golden Age of Cocktails and, as one journalist declared, “saved the civilized drinking world.” These bartenders by night, and history sleuths by day, not only uncovered the drinks of America’s drinking past, but also the names and ingredients that had been buried since Prohibition. Join us in discovering the birth of the modern craft cocktail movement by making and enjoying cocktails created by these modern pioneers of the craft, inspired by the classics.
Our cocktail classes are hands-on, featuring bartending stations for each pair of guests. You’ll grab onto a shaker, mixing glass, and bar spoon while learning mixology techniques. We’ll explain the importance of each method as we guide you through the steps. Our team arrives early to press fresh juices, make syrups from scratch, and prepare all the ingredients needed for class drinks.
It’s going to be a joyride packed with history and colorful concoctions! Enjoy mixology lessons with Hogwash Whiskey Den’s talented Simon Moorby and Erin Fasbender, and stories and history of the drinks from historian Renée Cebula of Raising the Bar.
The cost of our classes has been creeping up over the last 2 years, and we’ve tried to cut our margins so as not to have to increase ticket prices. But alas, tickets will be $84 beginning with our summer classes. We appreciate you. Your support over the years of doing these classes has warmed our hearts and pushed us to develop more classes around fun and meaningful topics. If you have any questions, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarNW.com.
Tickets are $84 per person. Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

The class includes a bartending station for each pair of guests, fresh-made and prepared ingredients, and vintage glassware.
Buy TICKETS HERE!
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, create, and connect over historic libations. Join us for a celebration that skillfully blends history and the joy of cocktail crafting. Reserve your spot today!
MUST BE 21 and over.
Purchase tickets in advance.
The class is limited to 30 guests.
Find us on Instagram: Raising the Bar
Check us out on Facebook: Hogwash Whiskey Den

Democracy Drinks
2025-10-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Raise a glass to the laws that shaped our nation! In our October immersive cocktail class, history and mixology come together as we explore the landmark constitutional amendments and laws that have defined American democracy.
Step back in time with each pour, while Simon and Erin teach hands-on bartending techniques for you to craft historic cocktails—each tied to a pivotal moment in our shared history. Renée will introduce each drink:

a classic from the spirited taverns of the Colonial era

a popular drink of the Civil War era

A drink that mirrors how democracy expanded in the evolving bar culture of post-war America

We’re excited to welcome our guest speaker, Tom Hawley, professor of political science at EWU. Tom will explain the origins of these laws and how they were tested, challenged, and strengthened.
As we refresh our understanding of the history of these key laws of our land and the challenges they faced in the past, we’ll discover what Americans drank in these three distinctive eras. By the end of the class, you’ll know how to make and enjoy these historic drinks and see the Constitution in a new light: spirited, resilient, and worth toasting.
Our cocktail classes are hands-on, featuring bartending stations for each pair of guests. You’ll grab onto a shaker, mixing glass, and bar spoon while learning mixology techniques. We’ll explain the importance of each method as we guide you through the steps. Our team arrives early to press fresh juices, make syrups from scratch, and prepare all the ingredients needed for class drinks.
Tickets are $84 per person. Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

Reserve your spot today!
We are back to our fall-to-spring time of 3 pm. That’s right, THREE PM.
MUST BE 21 and over.
Purchase tickets in advance. TICKETS ARE HERE!
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The Washingtons Cocktail Class
2025-11-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Step back in time and celebrate America’s first national holiday—Thanksgiving— Founding Family style! In this immersive, hands-on cocktail class, you’ll explore the spirited side of history through George Washington’s celebrated Mount Vernon rye whiskey distillery and Martha Washington’s beloved cherry bounce recipe.
Discover how George turned his post-presidential years into one of the most successful distilling ventures of the 18th century, crafting rye whiskey. Delve into Martha’s signature cherry-infused cordial—equal parts hospitality and heritage—that became a staple of Mount Vernon entertaining.
At your bartending station, you’ll shake, stir, and sip your way through the rich stories behind three historic drinks. Guided by Hogwash Whiskey Den’s expert mixologists, Simon Moorby and Erin Fasbender, and a dash of history (okay, a large dash!) from Raising the Bar’s historian Renée Cebula, you’ll recreate cocktails inspired by the Washingtons’ table and the nation’s earliest drinking traditions.
Join us for a toast to tradition, craftsmanship, and the spirited legacy that helped shape America’s first Thanksgiving and more!
Our cocktail classes are hands-on, featuring bartending stations for each pair of guests. You’ll grab onto a shaker, mixing glass, and bar spoon while learning mixology techniques. We’ll explain the importance of each method as we guide you through the steps. Our team arrives early to press fresh juices, make syrups from scratch, and prepare all the ingredients needed for class drinks.
Tickets are $84 per person. Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

Reserve your spot today!
We are back to our fall-to-spring time of 3 pm. That’s right, THREE PM.
MUST BE 21 and over.
Purchase tickets in advance. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
Find us on Instagram: Raising the Bar
Check us out on Facebook: Hogwash Whiskey Den

Holiday Cocktail Class with Hogwash Whiskey Den
2025-12-07 15:00 - 17:30 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Celebrate the season with a spirited journey into the world of It’s a Wonderful Life — where American cocktail culture meets the world of George Bailey. Our final immersive cocktail class of the year invites guests to their bartending station and an experience filled with flavor, knowledge, and inspiration!
The class opens with our traditional flaming holiday punch, ignited before your eyes by Erin and Renée (look away, Simon) — an unforgettable nod to festive gatherings of the past. Guests will sip and savor while learning the history of one of Charles Dickens’ favorites (and Clarence the angel), and how communal punches once defined American holiday revelry.
Then Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologists, Erin and Simon, will guide you through the art of making two additional cocktails inspired by the movie. Your mixology lessons will be complete with a primer on essential bartending tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s resident historian, Renée, will tell the stories behind the film, the eras it portrays, and the classic drinks you’ll be making and enjoying.
Tickets are $84 per person. Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

Class includes a bartending station for each pair of guests, fresh-made and prepped ingredients, and vintage glassware. Shake, stir, and sip in style as you deepen your cocktail knowledge and develop your palate.
PURCHASE TICKETS FOR THE DECEMBER 7th CLASS BY CLICKING HERE!
MUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests.
NOTE: There will be cinnamon. Please let us know of any allergies so we can arrange an alternative.
THIS CLASS IS OFFERED AGAIN ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14 AT 3 PM. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS TO THE DECEMBER 14TH CLASS.

Holiday Cocktail Class 2 with Hogwash Whiskey Den
2025-12-14 15:00 - 17:30 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Celebrate the season with a spirited journey into the world of It’s a Wonderful Life — where American cocktail culture meets the world of George Bailey. Our final immersive cocktail class of the year invites guests to their bartending station and an experience filled with flavor, knowledge, and inspiration!
The class opens with our traditional flaming holiday punch, ignited before your eyes by Erin and Renée (look away, Simon) — an unforgettable nod to festive gatherings of the past. Guests will sip and savor while learning the history of one of Charles Dickens’ favorites (and Clarence the angel), and how communal punches once defined American holiday revelry.
Then Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologists, Erin and Simon, will guide you through the art of making two additional cocktails inspired by the movie. Your mixology lessons will be complete with a primer on essential bartending tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s resident historian, Renée, will tell the stories behind the film, the eras it portrays, and the classic drinks you’ll be making and enjoying.
Tickets are $84 per person. Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

Class includes a bartending station for each pair of guests, fresh-made and prepped ingredients, and vintage glassware. Shake, stir, and sip in style as you deepen your cocktail knowledge and develop your palate.
PURCHASE TICKETS FOR THE DECEMBER 14 HOLIDAY COCKTAIL CLASS BY CLICKING HERE!
MUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests.
NOTE: There will be cinnamon. Please let us know of any allergies so we can arrange an alternative.
THIS CLASS IS ALSO OFFERED ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7th, AT 3 PM. DETAILS AND TICKETS FOR THE DECEMBER 7th CLASS ARE HERE!

From Russian with Love: Vodka Cocktail Class
2026-02-15 15:00 - 17:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Join us for a class on the drinks and history of vodka. Beginning with vodka’s origins intertwined with Russian history, to its splash into the American cocktail scene. From St. Petersburg to Madison Avenue, the story of vitamin V—vodka— winds through Cold War intrigue and the birth of modern advertising. Delicious drinks and fascinating history come together for the perfect winter cocktail class.

This class is part of our It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere series, a global cocktail journey into the flavors, traditions, and stories behind the spirits of American cocktail culture. Each class is guided by Hogwash Whiskey Den mixologists and Raising the Bar’s historian. You’ll learn to craft cocktails and explore the cultural heritage of each featured spirit, while actively participating in the making of drinks. Find the first three classes in this series here.
Whether you’re experienced or just starting out, this class provides hands-on bartending and mixology experiences, along with insider tips to elevate your home skills. By the end of class, you’ll master recipes and techniques from around the world and gain an appreciation for the people and traditions behind cocktail culture.
Raise your glass and join us for a journey of flavor, history, and craft. Reserve now to enjoy our immersive experience, featuring bartending stations for each pair of guests, fresh-made ingredients, and vintage glassware. Shake, stir, and sip as you deepen your cocktail knowledge and palate.
Tickets are $84 per person (plus Eventbrite fee and tax). Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
MUST PURCHASE TICKETS IN ADVANCE
Must be 21 or older. Class limited to 30 guests.

The Spirit of Ireland: Whiskey
2026-03-15 15:00 - 17:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Learn the story of Ireland’s national drink: whiskey. This class explores the origins of whiskey and the story of how immigrants to America brought this ancient tradition, transforming what Americans drank for over 150 years. Learn about Irish whiskey and its profound influence on American drinking traditions through a series of three drinks.

Whether you’re experienced or just starting out, this class provides hands-on bartending and mixology experiences, along with insider tips to elevate your home skills. By the end of class, you’ll master recipes and techniques from around the world and gain an appreciation for the people and traditions behind cocktail culture.
This class is part of our It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere series, a global cocktail journey into the flavors, traditions, and stories behind the spirits of American cocktail culture. Each class is guided by Hogwash Whiskey Den mixologists and Raising the Bar’s historian. You’ll learn to craft cocktails and explore the cultural heritage of each featured spirit, while actively participating in the making of drinks. Click HERE for more information about the series.
Raise your glass and join us for a journey of flavor, history, and craft. Reserve now to enjoy our immersive experience, featuring bartending stations for each pair of guests, fresh-made ingredients, and vintage glassware. Shake, stir, and sip as you deepen your cocktail knowledge and palate.
Tickets are $84 per person (plus Eventbrite fee and tax). Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
MUST PURCHASE TICKETS IN ADVANCE
Must be 21 or older. Class limited to 30 guests.

Spring in Italy: Amaro
2026-04-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
What is this ancient elixir? The evolution of amari (the plural of amaro) spans thousands of years and ties the natural history of the Italian peninsula to the history of the global spice trade. It’s also a key flavor factor in American cocktail culture. Learn about the fascinating history of amari and its equally intense flavor that inspired ninetheenth-century bartenders. What better way to learn about Italy’s contributions to cocktail culture than to make and enjoy three cocktails?
This class is part of our It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere series, a global cocktail journey into the flavors, traditions, and stories behind the spirits of American cocktail culture. Each class is guided by Hogwash Whiskey Den mixologists and Raising the Bar’s historian. You’ll learn to craft cocktails and explore the cultural heritage of each featured spirit, while actively participating in the making of drinks.
Whether you’re experienced or just starting out, this class provides hands-on bartending and mixology experiences, along with insider tips to elevate your home skills. By the end of class, you’ll master recipes and techniques from around the world and gain an appreciation for the people and traditions behind cocktail culture.
Raise your glass and join us for a journey of flavor, history, and craft. Reserve now to enjoy our immersive experience, featuring bartending stations for each pair of guests, fresh-made ingredients, and vintage glassware. Shake, stir, and sip as you deepen your cocktail knowledge and palate.
Tickets are $84 per person (plus Eventbrite fee and tax). Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
MUST PURCHASE TICKETS IN ADVANCE
Must be 21 or older. Class limited to 30 guests.

The Spirit of Mexico: Tequila
2026-05-10 15:00 - 17:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
This May, embark on an exploration of tequila’s Mexican roots and the fascinating tale of how it found its way to America. Learn how Prohibition unexpectedly transformed tequila from a hidden gem into a staple of every modern bar.
This class is part of our It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere series, a global cocktail journey into the flavors, traditions, and stories behind the spirits of American cocktail culture.
Experience tequila’s influence on cocktail culture firsthand as Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist, Simon Moorby, leads you through crafting three signature tequila cocktails. Gain hands-on knowledge of essential mixology techniques and bar tools, while Raising the Bar’s resident historian, Renée, reveals how these drinks helped shape 20th-century drinking trends.
Whether you’re experienced or just starting out, this class provides hands-on bartending and mixology experiences, along with insider tips to elevate your home skills. By the end of class, you’ll master recipes and techniques from around the world and gain an appreciation for the people and traditions behind cocktail culture.
Raise your glass and join us for a journey of flavor, history, and craft. Reserve now to enjoy our immersive experience, featuring bartending stations for each pair of guests, fresh-made ingredients, and vintage glassware. Shake, stir, and sip as you deepen your cocktail knowledge and palate.
Tickets are $84 per person (plus Eventbrite fee and tax). Your ticket includes:

Three crafted drinks
Mixology and history lessons
Appetizers
A cocktail recipe booklet

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
Must be 21 or older. MUST PURCHASE TICKETS IN ADVANCE. Purchase your ticket now to secure your place.
Class limited to 30 guests.
If you have questions, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarnw.com.
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Camp Cocktail June Class: Last Call
2026-06-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
At the height of America’s Golden Age of Cocktails, Prohibition brought a loud “last call” at drinking establishments across the nation. What happened? Let’s shake and stir some drinks and learn about the dynamics and changes that came together in the early nineteenth century, culminating in national Prohibition.

Experience Prohibition’s influence on cocktail culture firsthand as Hogwash Whiskey Den’s mixologist, Simon Moorby, leads you through crafting three cocktails that were trending on the eve of Prohibition. Gain hands-on knowledge of essential mixology techniques and bar tools, while Raising the Bar’s resident historian, Renée, reveals how these drinks help chronicle the history and stories of Prohibition.
Expand your palate, refine your skills, and savor delicious appetizers. You’ll leave class with a recipe booklet and the confidence to shake, stir, and sip your way through cocktail history.
Class setup includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools, freshly made syrups and juices, prepped and ready ingredients, and vintage glassware.
Tickets are $84 per person (plus tax and Eventbrite fee). Your ticket includes the following:

Three crafted drinks

Mixology and history lessons

Appetizers

Cocktail recipe booklet

Secure your spot now—only 30 seats available. Reserve your ticket today and be part of this immersive cocktail journey.
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
PLEASE NOTE OUR CAMP COCKTAIL SUMMER CLASSES BEGIN AT 5 PM!
If you have any questions, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarNW.com.

Camp Cocktail July Class: The Dry Years
2026-07-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
This year’s Camp Cocktail theme is American Prohibition.
We’ve all heard about the speakeasies, bootleggers, and moonshiners who kept the drinks flowing against the odds. Let’s dive into the stories — some here in Spokane — during life under Prohibition. Creative bartenders who had trained during America’s Golden Age of the Cocktail continued to ply their trade. Learn about the Roaring 20s, iconic Prohibition cocktails, and their sometimes humorous stories.
Experience Prohibition’s influence on cocktail culture firsthand as Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist, Simon Moorby, leads you through crafting three Prohibition-era cocktails. Gain hands-on knowledge of essential mixology techniques and bar tools, while Raising the Bar’s resident historian, Renée, reveals how these drinks help chronicle the history and stories of Prohibition.
Expand your palate, refine your skills, and savor delicious appetizers. You’ll leave class with a recipe booklet and the confidence to shake, stir, and sip your way through cocktail history.
Class setup includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools, freshly made syrups and juices, prepped and ready ingredients, and vintage glassware.
Tickets are $84 per person (plus tax and Eventbrite fee). Your ticket includes the following:

Three crafted drinks

Mixology and history lessons

Appetizers

Cocktail recipe booklet

Secure your spot now—only 30 seats available. Reserve your ticket today and be part of this immersive cocktail journey.
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
PLEASE NOTE OUR CAMP COCKTAIL SUMMER CLASSES BEGIN AT 5 PM!
If you have any questions, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarNW.com.

Camp Cocktail August Class: Repeal
2026-08-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Hogwash Whiskey Den, 304 W. Pacific Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
This final chapter revisits Prohibition’s end, exploring changing opinion, political pressure, and the return of American bars under the 21st Amendment. As we unpack this turning point in history, you’ll craft cocktails that reflect the reemerging cocktail culture. Recipes that helped define the post-Prohibition era and still influence cocktail menus today.
Experience Prohibition’s influence on cocktail culture firsthand as Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist, Simon Moorby, leads you through crafting three cocktails. Gain hands-on knowledge of essential mixology techniques and bar tools, while Raising the Bar’s resident historian, Renée, reveals how these drinks help chronicle the history and stories of Prohibition.
Expand your palate, refine your skills, and savor delicious appetizers. You’ll leave class with a recipe booklet and the confidence to shake, stir, and sip your way through cocktail history.
Class setup includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools, freshly made syrups and juices, prepped and ready ingredients, and vintage glassware.
Tickets are $84 per person (plus tax and Eventbrite fee). Your ticket includes the following:

Three crafted drinks

Mixology and history lessons

Appetizers

Cocktail recipe booklet

Secure your spot now—only 30 seats available. Reserve your ticket today and be part of this immersive cocktail journey.
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
PLEASE NOTE OUR CAMP COCKTAIL SUMMER CLASSES BEGIN AT 5 PM!
If you have any questions, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarNW.com.
