The Spirit of Ireland: Whiskey
2026-03-15 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | 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
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
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
This year’s Camp Cocktail theme is American Prohibition.
Join us for one or all three classes.
June 14 at 5 pm: Last Call — The road to the 18th Amendment and national Prohibition
July 12 at 5 pm: The Dry Years — Life during 13 years of Prohibition.
August 16 at 5 pm: Repeal — The road to the 21st Amendment and the effects of Prohibition.
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Camp Cocktail July Class: The Dry Years
2026-07-12 17:00 - 19:00

Camp Cocktail August Class: Repeal
2026-08-16 17:00 - 19:00
