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SUMMARY:August Camp Cocktail Class: Cocktail Time at the World's Fair
DESCRIPTION:Take a tasting trip through 1960s and 70s cocktail culture through the drinks served at the World’s Fairs in the great PNW. From Seattle’s Century 21 Exposition to Spokane’s Expo 74\, drinking culture was having a moment but on the precipice of change. This final class of Camp Cocktail will be about the pushes and pulls of American culture that affected what fairgoers imbibed at the fairs.\nThis interactive class combines history and mixology. Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist\, Simon Moorby\, guides you through making three cocktails. Your mixology lessons include the techniques and correct use of the barkeep’s tools and techniques. Historian Renée Cebula with Raising the Bar shares how the fairs celebrated American cocktail culture to the world.\n  \nShake\, stir\, and sip in style as you hear the stories\, learn the techniques\, and enjoy the drinks. Enjoy appetizers\, and take home your recipe booklet to continue your cocktail explorations at home. \nClass set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made syrups and juices\, prepped and ready ingredients\, and vintage glassware. \nTickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes the following: \n\nThree crafted drinks\nMixology and history lessons\nAppetizers\nCocktail recipe booklet\n\nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE!\nMUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests. \nIf you have any questions\, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarNW.com. \nFind and follow us on Instagram: Raising the Bar and Hogwash Whiskey Den.
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/camp-cocktail-3/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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SUMMARY:Havana Nights Cocktail Class with Commellini Estate
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Commellini Estate for dinner and our summer cocktail class\, Havana Nights! \nIn the late 1800s\, when not busy conquering Cuba or digging the Panama Canal\, American engineers\, military personnel\, and laborers experienced both the tropical environs and exotic drinks. Word of drinks like the Cocoyage\, Queen’s Park Swizzle\, and the ubiquitous Daiquiri spread. \nEnter Prohibition in the 1920s\, which boosted the tropical rum craze. Tourists from the dry states flooded Havana\, drinking daiquiris and fizzes and creating the cruise line industry. The 1940s and 50s brought a flood of Americans to Havana to enjoy the drinks\, music\, and tropical paradise.  \nThis rum-focused interactive class will enlighten the cocktail enthusiast while mixing and sipping a chronology of 3 drinks that tell the history of Havana. Immerse yourself in the world of mixology with our hands-on class set-up. You’ll find bartending stations equipped with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made syrups and juices\, prepped and ready ingredients\, and vintage glassware. Shake\, swirl\, and sip in style as you deepen your knowledge of cocktails and develop your palate. \n\nInspired by the Havana Conference of 1946 — rum\, apricot\, pineapple\, lime\, fizzy water\, allspice bitters float\, mint\nPresidenté Mario García Menocal inspired the drink enjoyed in Havana in the early 1900s — aged rum\, dry vermouth\, curaçao\, orange bitters\, grenadine\, orange oil\nA Cuban cocktail class wouldn’t be authentic without “Papa’s” fav — silver rum\, maraschino liqueur\, lime\, cran bitters\, grapefruit\, brandied cherry\n\nThe evening begins with dinner\, followed by the cocktail class.\nOn the Menu for Dinner: Focaccia Bread\, Commellini Caesar Salad\, Pasta Bar Buffet Featuring three of the Commellini Estate Historical Sauces\, including our Spaghetti with Gina’s Vegetable Marinara\, Fettuccine & Albert’s White Wine Alfredo\, and Rigatoni & Leda’s Meat Sauce. \nFull details and to purchase tickets are at Commellini Estate –>> Click HERE! \nEmail Renée if you have any questions at owner@raisingthebarNW.com \n 
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/havana-nights-cocktail-class-with-commellini-estate/
LOCATION:Commellini Estate\, 14715 N. Dartford Dr. Spokane\, WA\, Spokane\, WA\, 99208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240714T190000
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SUMMARY:July Camp Cocktail Class: Cocktail Time at the World's Fair
DESCRIPTION:From icons like the Ferris Wheel to the Golden Gate Bridge\, inventions like the telegraph and the zipper (yes\, the zipper)\, and foods from the hot dog to soda pop\, American World’s Fairs showcased ingenuity and invention to millions of visitors. For thirsty fairgoers\, cocktails had their moment in the spotlight.\nAmerica’s first World’s Fair celebrated the nation’s 100th anniversary\, and for cocktail culture\, 1876 landed during America’s Golden Age of the Cocktail. Sip a nostalgic journey to the early American expositions and learn the stories around iconic drinks served at the fairs.\nThis interactive class combines history and mixology. Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist\, Simon Moorby\, guides you through making three cocktails. Your mixology lessons include the techniques and correct use of the barkeep’s tools and techniques. Historian Renée Cebula with Raising the Bar shares how the fairs celebrated American cocktail culture to the world.\nShake\, stir\, and sip in style as you hear the stories\, learn the techniques\, and enjoy the drinks. Enjoy appetizers\, and take home your recipe booklet to continue your cocktail explorations at home. \nClass set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made syrups and juices\, prepped and ready ingredients\, and vintage glassware. Tickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes the following: \n\nThree crafted drinks\nMixology and history lessons\nAppetizers\nCocktail recipe booklet\n\nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE!\nMUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests. \nIf you have any questions\, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarNW.com. \nFind and follow us on Instagram: Raising the Bar and Hogwash Whiskey Den.
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/camp-cocktail-2/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240609T190000
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SUMMARY:June Camp Cocktail Class: Cocktail Time at the World's Fair
DESCRIPTION:Sip like it’s the Paris Exposition of 1867 or 1889 and more! Step back in time to the early World’s Fairs\, where\, during cocktail hour\, the American cocktail often took center stage. Participating countries shared their culture by showcasing their wines and spirits on this world stage. The interplay of these new ingredients with introducing the American cocktail to a world audience contributed to the expansion of cocktail culture. Let’s make the drinks enjoyed at the fair.\nThis interactive class combines history and mixology. Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist\, Simon Moorby\, guides you through making three cocktails. Your mixology lessons include the techniques and correct use of the barkeep’s tools and techniques. Historian Renée Cebula with Raising the Bar shares how the fairs celebrated American cocktail culture abroad and at home.\nShake\, stir\, and sip in style as you hear the stories\, learn the techniques\, and enjoy the drinks. Enjoy appetizers\, and take home your recipe booklet to continue your cocktail explorations at home.\nClass set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made syrups and juices\, prepped and ready ingredients\, and vintage glassware. Tickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes the following: \n\nThree crafted drinks\nMixology and history lessons\nAppetizers\nCocktail recipe booklet\n\nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE!\nMUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests. \nFind all of this summer’s Camp Cocktail Classes HERE!\n    \nIf you have any questions\, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarNW.com. \nARE YOU FOLLOWING US ON INSTAGRAM? Raising the Bar and Hogwash Whiskey Den.
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/camp-cocktail-1-2/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240519T170000
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SUMMARY:Tequila Cocktail Class
DESCRIPTION:This class is SOLD OUT. We scheduled a second tequila class on May 12. Click on May 12 on the calendar for details and ticket link. Email Renée — owner@raisingthebarNW.com — if you have questions. Thank you for your interest in our classes. <3\nOh\, tequila. You are many things to different people; as for your history\, now that’s quite the story! \nOur May class is about tequila: its origins and how it came to America. We’ll make three tequila cocktails. Unknown to the first cadre of 19th-century professional mixologists\, learn how Prohibition brought attention to this mainstay spirit of every back bar in today’s drinking dens. \nHear the story of tequila’s contribution to cocktail culture while Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist\, Simon Moorby\, guides you through making three cocktails. Your mixology lessons include the techniques and correct use of the barkeep’s tools and techniques\, and Raising the Bar’s resident historian\, Renée\, shares how these drinks shaped 20th-century drinking culture. \nDevelop your palate and learn the mixologist’s techniques for making drinks. Enjoy appetizers\, and take home your recipe booklet to continue your cocktail explorations at home. This interactive cocktail class combines history and mixology. Class set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made and prepped ingredients\, and vintage glassware. Shake\, stir\, and sip in style as you hear the stories\, learn the techniques\, and enjoy the drinks. \nClass set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made syrups and juices\, prepped and ready ingredients\, and vintage glassware.\nTickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes the following: \n\nThree crafted drinks\nMixology and history lessons\nAppetizers\nCocktail recipe booklet\n\nMUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!  \nIf you have any questions\, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarNW.com. \nFind and follow us on Instagram: Raising the Bar and Hogwash Whiskey Den.
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/tequila-cocktail-class/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240512T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240512T170000
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SUMMARY:5/12 Tequila Cocktail Class with Hogwash Whiskey Den
DESCRIPTION:Oh\, tequila. You are many things to different people; as for your history\, now that’s quite the story! \nOur May class is about tequila: its origins and how it came to America. We’ll make three tequila cocktails. Unknown to the first cadre of 19th-century professional mixologists\, learn how Prohibition brought attention to this mainstay spirit of every back bar in today’s drinking dens. \nHear the story of tequila’s contribution to cocktail culture while Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist\, Simon Moorby\, guides you through making three cocktails. Your mixology lessons include the techniques and correct use of the barkeep’s tools and techniques\, and Raising the Bar’s resident historian\, Renée shares how these drinks shaped 20th-century drinking culture. \nDevelop your palate and learn the mixologist’s techniques for making drinks. Enjoy appetizers\, and take home your recipe booklet to continue your cocktail explorations at home. This interactive cocktail class combines history and mixology. Class set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made and prepped ingredients\, and vintage glassware. Shake\, stir\, and sip in style as you hear the stories\, learn the techniques\, and enjoy the drinks. \nClass set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made syrups and juices\, prepped and ready ingredients\, and vintage glassware.\nTickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes the following: \n\nThree crafted drinks\nMixology and history lessons\nAppetizers\nCocktail recipe booklet\n\nMUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests. Purchase TICKETS HERE! 
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/5-12-tequila-cocktail-class-with-hogwash-whiskey-den/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240413T193000
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CREATED:20240401T145524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T004345Z
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SUMMARY:GINspiration Cocktail Class at Commellinni Estate
DESCRIPTION:This gin-focused interactive class will enlighten the gin enthusiast while mixing and sipping a chronology of 3 gin-based drinks. Gin has a distinctive history\, from the streets of Rotterdam to American bathtubs during prohibition and from gin houses to clubhouses. Hear the stories and make the drinks. \n  \nClass begins with dinner from Chef Frank: focaccia bread\, Commelllini Ceasar Salad\, and a Pasta Bar Buffet Featuring three of the Commellini Estate Historical Sauces\, including our Spaghetti with Gina’s Vegetable Marinara\, Fettuccine and Albert’s White Wine Alfredo\, and Rigatoni and Leda’s Meat Sauce. \nThe Cocktail Class set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made syrups and juices\, prepped and ready ingredients\, and vintage glassware. Shake\, swirl\, and sip in style as you deepen your knowledge of cocktails and develop your palate.  \nLearn the history behind these classic Gin cocktails \n\n18th-century London gin punch — London dry gin\, lemon\, orange blossom water\, bitters\, fizzy water\nThe inspiration for the first martini in 19th-century San Francisco — gin\, sweet vermouth\, maraschino liqueur\, bitters\, orange oil\nA forgotten Prohibition-era gin cocktail resurrected in Seattle in the early 2000s — gin\, alpine liqueur\, lime\, maraschino liqueur\, brandied cherry \n\nMUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests.  \nTICKETS ARE $85 per person — all details and to purchase TICKETS CLICK HERE! \nWhat to Expect: In this intimate\, hands-on cocktail class\, you will be paired with vintage glassware and classic craft bartending tools at a station. \n+ 3 cocktails included \n+Learn skills for a lifetime \n+Work side-by-side with others to create delicious concoctions. \n+Interact with classmates and the instructor for a rich\, intimate learning experience \n+The class\, including mealtime\, takes approximately 3 hours. \n+Each participant will receive a specialized booklet provided by “Raising the Bar” with 3 cocktail recipes and history about each cocktail! \n+Raising the Bar will provide all the bartending equipment and supplies. \n+Class is not available to minors under the age of 21. Must bring proof of ID.
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/ginspiration-cocktail-class-at-commellinni-estate/
LOCATION:Commellini Estate\, 14715 N. Dartford Dr. Spokane\, WA\, Spokane\, WA\, 99208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240407T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240407T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152225
CREATED:20231207T190156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T150731Z
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SUMMARY:GINSPIRATION Cocktail Class
DESCRIPTION:Our spring cocktail class with Hogwash Whiskey Den is about gin: the origins\, the journey\, and once to America\, its prominence in American cocktail culture. And\, of course\, the drinks.\nThis gin-inspired interactive class will enlighten the gin enthusiast while mixing and sipping a chronology of 3 gin-based drinks. Gin has a distinctive history\, from the streets of Rotterdam to American bathtubs during prohibition and from gin houses to clubhouses. Hear the stories and make the drinks. \nClass set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made syrups and juices\, prepped and ready ingredients\, and vintage glassware. Shake\, swirl\, and sip in style as you deepen your knowledge of cocktails and develop your palate. \nThree cocktails\, mixology and history lessons\, appetizers\, and a cocktail booklet to take home and continue the fun.\nTICKETS ARE $75 per person. For full details and to purchase tickets\, CLICK HERE!\nBe the first to get notified when new classes are live. Click ‘FOLLOW’ at the link above. It takes you to our Eventbrite page\, and you can always get first dubs by getting these notifications. Cheers! \n 
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/ginspiration-cocktail-class/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240310T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240310T170000
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CREATED:20231207T185949Z
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SUMMARY:Irish Whiskey Cocktail Class
DESCRIPTION:What is Irish Whiskey and how is it made? How did this whiskey tradition influence American drinking traditions? These are the questions we’ll explore at the March cocktail class. Learn about the origins of this iconic spirit while mixing and enjoying three cocktails.\n\n\nHogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist\, Simon\, guides you through the use of tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s cocktail historian\, Renée tells the stories behind this classic immigration story. \nClass set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made and prepped ingredients\, and vintage glassware. Shake\, swirl\, and sip in style as you deepen your knowledge of cocktails and develop your palate. \nTickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes the following: \n\nThree crafted drinks.\nMixology and history lessons.\nAppetizers.\nA cocktail recipe booklet.\n\nMUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests. \nTICKETS ARE HERE!\nIf you have any questions\, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarNW.com.
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/irish-whiskey-cocktail-class/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240218T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152225
CREATED:20240127T172910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T174422Z
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SUMMARY:Cocktails of Tiki Class #2
DESCRIPTION:The 2/11 class SOLD OUT\, so we’ve added a second! \nStep 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 rise of Tiki culture. Immerse yourself in the stories and master the techniques that ushered in what people drank on the islands and the mainland while enjoying these tropical delights. \nJoin expert mixologist Simon Moorby and cocktail historian Renée Cebula for a delicious and historical exploration of the iconic drinks called Tiki. \nTickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes: \n\nThree crafted drinks\nMixology and history lessons\nAppetizers\nA cocktail recipe booklet\n\nClass includes a bartending station for each pair of guests\, fresh-made and prepped ingredients\, and vintage glassware. Shake\, sip\, and savor in style as you deepen your knowledge of cocktails and develop your palate. \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE! \nThis class is 21+ only. Please bring your ID. \nThe class is limited to 30 guests. \nIf you have questions\, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarnw.com. \nPlease find us and follow us on Instagram: Raising the Bar and Hogwash_Whiskey_Den.
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/cocktails-of-tiki-class-2/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152225
CREATED:20240127T174148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T174320Z
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SUMMARY:Cocktails with Love at Commellini Estate
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to collaborate with Commellini Estate in north Spokane. \nCome join Renée Cebula\, from Raising the Bar\, and learn how to make “Cocktails with Love”. Renée is a historian. A history educator for 20-plus years\, she researches American drinking history. Her company\, Raising the Bar\, is about advancing knowledge and inspiring curiosity around cocktail culture’s history\, roots\, and stories. Renée’s passion is connecting people to history through interactive cocktail-themed classes\, writing\, hands-on bitters kits\, and unique shopping experiences. She has taught over a hundred classes and has been a featured speaker for the Washington State Historical Museum\, McMenamins History Pubs\, and other organizations. \nOn the Menu: \n-Focaccia Bread \n-Commellini Caesar Salad \n-Pasta Bar Buffet: Featuring three of the Commellini Estate Historical Sauces including our Spaghetti with Gina’s Vegetable Marinara\, Fettuccine & Albert’s White Wine Alfredo\, and Rigatoni & Leda’s Meat Sauce. \nEach participant will learn how to make 3 classic cocktails and get an in depth history about each cocktail. You will learn all the techniques you need to know for making delicious classics like the “Philadelphia Fish House Punch”\, the “All-Spice Whiskey Sour”\, and the “Everything Nice Old Fashioned”. Learn about some of the oldest cocktail recipes in American History and learn about the growth of Whiskey and the invention of the cocktail! \nWhat 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. \n+ 3 cocktails included \n+Learn skills for a lifetime \n+Work side-by-side with others to create delicious concoctions. \n+Interact with classmates and the instructor for a rich\, intimate learning experience \n+The class\, including mealtime\, takes approximately 2.5 hours. \n+Each participant will receive a specialized booklet provided by “Raising the Bar” with 3 cocktail recipes and history about each cocktail! \n+Full Meal Menu including Bread\, Caesar Salad\, and our Pasta Bar Buffet. \n+Raising the Bar will provide all the bartending equipment and supplies. \n+Class is not available to minors under the age of 21. Must bring proof of ID. \n+Classes requires standing for 1- 2 hours – if this presents a difficulty\, let us know so we can assist with accommodation \n+ Class Size: 30 people maximum \nFULL DETAILS AND TICKETS HERE!
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/cocktails-with-love-at-commellini-estate/
LOCATION:Commellini Estate\, 14715 N. Dartford Dr. Spokane\, WA\, Spokane\, WA\, 99208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152225
CREATED:20231207T185616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T172103Z
UID:3592-1707663600-1707670800@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:Cocktails of Tiki Class
DESCRIPTION:THIS CLASS IS SOLD OUT. We added a second COCKTAILS of TIKI Class on Feb. 18th.\nStep 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 rise of Tiki culture. Immerse yourself in the stories and master the techniques that ushered in what people drank on the islands and the mainland while enjoying these tropical delights. \nJoin expert mixologist Simon Moorby and cocktail historian Renée Cebula for a delicious and historical exploration of the iconic drinks called Tiki. \nTickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes: \n\nThree crafted drinks\nMixology and history lessons\nAppetizers\nA cocktail recipe booklet\n\nClass includes a bartending station for each pair of guests\, fresh-made and prepped ingredients\, and vintage glassware. Shake\, sip\, and savor in style as you deepen your knowledge of cocktails and develop your palate. \nThis class is 21+ only. Please bring your ID. \nThe class is limited to 30 guests. \nIf you have questions\, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarnw.com. \nPlease find us and follow us on Instagram: Raising the Bar and Hogwash_Whiskey_Den. \nCheck Hogwash Whiskey Den out on Facebook: Hogwash Whiskey Den. \nAre you following Hogwash Whiskey Den & Raising the Bar on our Eventbrite page? Click follow to get notifications of new classes available to reserve. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/tiki-time-cocktail-class/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231217T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152225
CREATED:20231201T050542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T050542Z
UID:3577-1702825200-1702832400@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Cocktail Class Dec 17th
DESCRIPTION:Our final class of the year features drinks inspired by the classic holiday movie It’s a Wonderful Life. In the film\, Clarence enters a bar with George Bailey\, whom he just saved from drowning. George orders a double bourbon. Clarence\, whose last visit to Earth seems to have been sometime in the 1800s\, requests a “flaming rum punch.” These tipples inspire our holiday cocktail class\, along with stories about the film and American cocktail culture at the time. \nYes\, there will be fire. We begin with a historic punch from England and one of Charles Dickens’ favorites. Then Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist\, Simon\, will guide you through 2 additional cocktails inspired by the movie. Your mixology lessons will be complete with 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. \nTickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes: \n\nThree crafted drinks\nMixology and history lessons\nAppetizers\nA cocktail recipe booklet\n\nClass 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. \nThis class is 21+ only. Please bring your ID. \nThe class is limited to 30 guests. \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE.
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/holiday-cocktail-class-dec-17th/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152225
CREATED:20231201T055916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T055916Z
UID:3581-1702720800-1702756800@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:BrrrZaar Winter Market
DESCRIPTION:Find our Badass Bitters DIY Cocktail Bitters kits at BrrrZaar!\n \n\nSPOKANE’S LARGEST\, ALL-LOCAL WINTER ART MARKET!\nWHEN: December 16th\, 2023 • 10am – 8pm \nWHERE: River Park Square \nOne-stop shopping (Terrain Style) in the wintery time of year! BrrrZAAR takes place on all three floorsof River Park Square and features THOUSANDS of swoon-worthy gifts (think jewelry\, leather goods\, clothing\, home goods\, original artwork\, skin care\, candles\, mugs\, tea\, and more!) from 70+ local vendors as well as… CLICK HERE.
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/brrrzaar-winter-market-2/
LOCATION:Riverpark Square\, 808 W. Main Ave.\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Popup Shop,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231214T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231214T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152225
CREATED:20231206T220324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T220324Z
UID:3590-1702576800-1702584000@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:Private Cocktail Class Event
DESCRIPTION:Yippee\, we’re out sharing the history and stories of American cocktail culture. And yes\, we’re learning to do a proper stir and shake. Interested in a private cocktail experience for your celebration\, company\, or team? Reach out to us. Cheers!
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/private-cocktail-class-event/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231210T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231210T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152226
CREATED:20231201T044820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T044820Z
UID:3572-1702220400-1702227600@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Cocktail Class
DESCRIPTION:Our final class of the year features drinks inspired by the classic holiday movie It’s a Wonderful Life. In the film\, Clarence enters a bar with George Bailey\, whom he just saved from drowning. George orders a double bourbon. Clarence\, whose last visit to Earth seems to have been sometime in the 1800s\, requests a “flaming rum punch.” These tipples are the inspiration for our holiday cocktail class\, along with stories about the film and American cocktail culture at the time. \n  \nYes\, there will be fire. We begin with a historic punch from England and one of Charles Dickens’ favorites. Then Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist\, Simon\, will guide you through 2 additional cocktails inspired by the movie. Your mixology lessons will be complete with a primer on using the barkeep’s tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s resident historian\, Renée (that’s ME)\, will illuminate the stories and history behind these classic drinks. \nTickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes: \n\nThree crafted drinks\nMixology and history lessons\nAppetizers\nA cocktail recipe booklet\n\nClass 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. \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE. \nMUST BE 21+ only. Please bring your ID. \nThe class is limited to 30 guests.
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/holiday-cocktail-class/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231119T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231119T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152226
CREATED:20231016T175145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T175145Z
UID:3557-1700406000-1700415000@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:Doctor Zhivago and the Rise of Vodka in America
DESCRIPTION:In the film Doctor Zhivago\, Viktor Komarovsky stumbles into Zhivago’s cold apartment. Covered in snow and whiskers thickly coated with ice\, he screams\, “I need heat.” Komarovsky reaches for vodka. In 1965\, he wasn’t the only one.  \nThis multi-Oscar-winning film debuted amid the Cold War. A decade that also ushered in the rise of a new liquor for many Americans. Vodka quickly became America’s number-one selling spirit. November’s class is about the rise of vodka in America: the history\, the drinks\, the style! \nHogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist\, Simon\, guides you through the use of tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s cocktail historian\, Renée\, tells the stories and history behind this popular spirit.  \nTickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes: \n\nThree crafted drinks\nMixology and history lessons\nAppetizers\nA cocktail recipe booklet \n\nClass 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.  \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE!\nMUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests.  \nIf you have any questions\, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarNW.com.  \nFind us and follow us on Instagram: Raising the Bar. \nCheck us out on Facebook: Hogwash Whiskey Den.
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/doctor-zhivago-and-the-rise-of-vodka-in-america/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231024T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231024T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152226
CREATED:20231016T183406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T183407Z
UID:3562-1698170400-1698179400@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:Whiskey\, Mixologists\, and the Pacific Northwest
DESCRIPTION:McMenamins and Bothell Historical Society Present \nWhiskey\, Mixologists\, and the Pacific Northwest\n\nAbout Whiskey\, Mixologists\, and the Pacific Northwest\n\n \nAs America changed and expanded west\, so did drinking traditions. The barkeep deserves a place alongside explorers and farmers in Western narratives. Hear the stories about how what people drank and who served them changed as the nation grew. \nThis wide-ranging presentation will cover the rise of American whiskey\, early drinking culture in the Pacific Northwest\, and the first “golden age” of American cocktails. Learn how cocktail culture intersected with the rise of cities like Seattle\, Spokane\, and Tacoma. Cocktail historian Renée Cebula will explore the many functions of the late 19th-century saloon\, from workers’ ethnic enclaves to gentlemen’s retreats and the controversies that arose around saloon culture. \nAnderson School – Haynes’ Hall \n6 pm doors\, 7 pm program  —  $6 advance\, $7 at the door  —   All ages welcome \nFIND ALL THE DETAILS AND TICKET INFO HERE!\nAbout Renée Cebula\nRenée Cebula is a cocktail historian with over 20 years of experience as an educator. Cebula and her companies\, Raising the Bar and Badass Bitters\, connect people to history and inspire curiosity about American cocktail culture’s roots and stories through interactive cocktail-themed classes\, hands-on DIY kits\, and unique shopping experiences. \nA special selection of Renée’s favorite cocktails will be available at the bar. \n\nAbout History Pub\n\nThese events are open to everyone interested in Pacific Northwest history\, and beyond! Often co-sponsored by local or state historical and civic organizations\, we bring you experts\, scholars\, first-person experiencers\, historians and documentaries expounding on topics from indigenous history to the birth of Portland\, early explorers to hop growing\, and on and on! It’s like being back in the classroom – except this time you get to settle into comfortable seats and enjoy a drink or two with dinner while you listen and learn.
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/whiskey-mixologists-and-the-pacific-northwest/
LOCATION:18607 Bothell Way NE\, Bothell\, WA 98011\, 18607 Bothell Way NE\, Bothell\, WA 98011\, Bothell\, WA\, 98011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231015T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231015T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152226
CREATED:20230922T190805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T192259Z
UID:3552-1697382000-1697391000@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:October Cocktail Class with Hogwash Whiskey Den
DESCRIPTION:Apples are at the core of American drinking traditions beginning in the English colonies. Then\, along came Bourbon. These quintessential American flavors combine in the cocktail glass for the perfect autumn experience. Learn about the origins of these ingredients alongside mixing and enjoying three fall cocktails. \nHogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist\, Simon\, guides you through the use of tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s cocktail historian\, Renée\, tells the stories behind these popular fall flavors.  \nClass set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made and prepped ingredients\, and vintage glassware. Shake\, swirl\, and sip in style as you deepen your knowledge of cocktails and develop your palate.  \nTickets are $75 per person. Your ticket includes the following: \n\nThree crafted drinks.\nMixology and history lessons.\nAppetizers.\nA cocktail recipe booklet. \n\nMUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!  \nIf you have any questions\, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarNW.com.  \nFind us and follow us on Instagram: Raising the Bar. \nCheck us out on Facebook: Hogwash Whiskey Den.
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/october-cocktail-class-with-hogwash-whiskey-den/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230806T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230806T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152226
CREATED:20230605T203444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T203654Z
UID:3545-1691341200-1691350200@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:Camp Cocktail: Havana
DESCRIPTION:At the height of America’s Golden Age of Cocktails\, Prohibition shuttered the doors of drinking establishments. That golden age had fueled the rise of a cadre of professional bartenders. What happens when your career abruptly ends? Thousands of bartenders went abroad to continue their profession. They continued to stir and shake\, but more importantly\, to preserve and expand American cocktail culture creating new classics that\, today\, are part of America’s cocktail canon. Let’s learn the stories and taste these drinks!  \nWe had so much fun at last year’s Camp Cocktail that we had to make it a tradition. Continuing the theme of great cocktail cities\, we decided this year’s theme would be the history and stories of three great cocktail cities during Prohibition. The final Camp Cocktail is about the story-worthy cocktails invented in Havana.  \nJoin us for this hands-on interactive class on Sunday\, August 6th\, at 5 pm (our summer classes start later). Camp activity is stirring and shaking classic cocktails and learning the stories behind the drinks. Develop your palate and practice the mixologist’s techniques. Enjoy appetizers\, and take home your Camp Cocktail booklet to continue your mixology adventures at home. Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist\, Simon\, guides you through the use of tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s cocktail historian\, Renée\, tells the stories behind the drinks.  \nClass set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made and prepped ingredients\, and vintage glassware.  \nTickets are $75 per person. Purchase TICKETS HERE!  \nYour ticket includes the following: \n\nThree crafted drinks\nMixology and history lessons\nAppetizers\nA Camp Cocktail recipe booklet\n\nMUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests.  \nIf you have questions\, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarnw.com.  \nFind us on Instagram: Raising the Bar \nCheck us out on Facebook: Hogwash Whiskey Den
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/camp-cocktail-havana/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230709T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230709T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152226
CREATED:20230605T202841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T203938Z
UID:3540-1688922000-1688931000@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:Camp Cocktail: Paris
DESCRIPTION:At the height of America’s Golden Age of Cocktails\, Prohibition shuttered the doors of drinking establishments. That golden age had fueled the rise of a cadre of professional bartenders. What happens when your career abruptly ends? Thousands of bartenders went abroad to continue their profession. They continued to stir and shake\, but more importantly\, to preserve and expand American cocktail culture creating new classics that\, today\, are part of America’s cocktail canon. Let’s learn the stories and taste these drinks!  \nWe had so much fun at last year’s Camp Cocktail that we had to make it a tradition. Continuing the theme of great cocktail cities\, we decided this year’s theme would be the history and stories of three great cocktail cities during Prohibition. July’s camp is about the story-worthy cocktails invented in Paris.  \nJoin us for this hands-on interactive class on Sunday\, July 9th\, at 5 pm (our summer classes start later). Camp activity is stirring and shaking classic cocktails and learning the stories behind the drinks. Develop your palate and practice the mixologist’s techniques. Enjoy appetizers\, and take home your Camp Cocktail booklet to continue your mixology adventures at home. Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist\, Simon\, guides you through the use of tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s cocktail historian\, Renée\, tells the stories behind the drinks.  \nClass set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made and prepped ingredients\, and vintage glassware.  \nTickets are $75 per person. Purchase TICKETS HERE!  \nYour ticket includes the following: \n\nThree crafted drinks\nMixology and history lessons\nAppetizers\nA Camp Cocktail recipe booklet\n\nMUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests.  \nIf you have questions\, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarnw.com.  \nFind us on Instagram: Raising the Bar \nCheck us out on Facebook: Hogwash Whiskey Den
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/camp-cocktail-paris/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230618T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230618T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152226
CREATED:20230426T195537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T200907Z
UID:3529-1687107600-1687116600@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:Camp Cocktail: 1920s London
DESCRIPTION:At the height of America’s Golden Age of Cocktails\, Prohibition shuttered the doors of drinking establishments. That golden age had fueled the rise of a cadre of professional bartenders. What happens when your career abruptly ends? Thousands of bartenders went abroad to continue their profession. They continued to stir and shake\, but more importantly\, to preserve and expand American cocktail culture creating new classics that\, today\, are part of America’s cocktail canon. Let’s learn the stories and taste these drinks!  \nWe had so much fun at last year’s Camp Cocktail that we had to make it a tradition. Continuing the theme of great cocktail cities\, we decided this year’s theme would be the history and stories of three great cocktail cities during Prohibition. We begin with the story-worthy cocktails invented in London.  \nJoin us for this hands-on interactive class on Sunday\, June 18th\, at 5 pm (our summer classes start later). Camp activity is stirring and shaking classic cocktails and learning the stories behind the drinks. Develop your palate and practice the mixologist’s techniques. Enjoy appetizers\, and take home your Camp Cocktail booklet to continue your mixology adventures at home. Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist\, Simon\, guides you through the use of tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s cocktail historian\, Renée\, tells the stories behind the drinks.  \nClass set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made and prepped ingredients\, and vintage glassware.  \nTickets are $75 per person. Purchase TICKETS HERE!   \nYour ticket includes the following: \n\nThree crafted drinks\nMixology and history lessons\nAppetizers\nA Camp Cocktail recipe booklet\n\nMUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests.  \nIf you have questions\, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarnw.com. \nSee the full lineup of our Camp Cocktail series HERE! The July 9th class is PARIS and HAVANA on August 6th.\nFind us on Instagram: Raising the Bar \nCheck us out on Facebook: Hogwash Whiskey Den
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/camp-cocktail-1/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230605
DTSTAMP:20260423T152226
CREATED:20230329T174209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T200435Z
UID:3519-1685750400-1685923199@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:Badass Barware Boutique at The Farm Chicks
DESCRIPTION:We are excited for THE FARM CHICKS SHOW! \nAll the details are HERE.
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/badass-barware-boutique-at-the-farm-chicks/
LOCATION:Spokane County Fairgrounds
CATEGORIES:Badass Barware Shopping Event,Popup Shop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230521T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230521T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152226
CREATED:20230329T175036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T195207Z
UID:3522-1684681200-1684690200@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:May Cocktail Class with Hogwash Whiskey Den
DESCRIPTION:Campari and Cynar and more… oh my! The May class is about AMARO (or amari\, the plural). With the first lesson out of the way\, we can’t wait to share these Italian liqueurs’ history\, drinks\, and tastings at our May class on Sunday\, the 21st\, at Hogwash Whiskey Den.  \nWe’re excited to welcome Alena Harbin with Campari America to co-teach this class with Simon and Renée. We loved having her at our vermouth class last year and can’t wait to work with her again. \nWhat are these ancient liqueurs\, and how did they become part of American cocktail culture? These are just some of the questions we’ll be answering. In this hands-on interactive class\, you will learn the history of Italy’s contribution to cocktail culture and make several drinks. Enjoy developing your palate by sampling a range of amaro.  \n3 drinks\, history\, mixology lessons\, amaro sampling\, appetizers\, booklet\, and a lovely Sunday afternoon!\nTickets are $75; INFO AND TO PURCHASE TICKETS HERE.\nMUST BE 21 YEARS OLD.
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/may-cocktail-class-with-hogwash-whiskey-den/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230430
DTSTAMP:20260423T152226
CREATED:20230329T173654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T174357Z
UID:3516-1682640000-1682812799@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:Badass Barware Boutique at The Great Junk Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Find us in Puyallup for our first spring retail event. We’re bringing a fresh batch of curated vintage\, mid-century\, and 100% badass barware\, glassware\, and everything cocktail for your home bar. We’re busy polishing and restoring special pieces and sets from our vast collection. We can’t wait to share them with you! \nThe Great Junk Hunt is Friday\, 4/28\, 5-9 pm\, and Saturday\, 4/29\, 9 am-4 pm. \nThe location is the Washington State Fairgrounds. \nFind ALL DETAILS HERE!
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/badass-barware-boutique-at-the-great-junk-hunt/
LOCATION:Washington State Fairgrounds\, 110 9th Ave SW\, Puyallup\, WA\, 98371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Badass Barware Shopping Event,Popup Shop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230416T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230416T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152226
CREATED:20230329T170824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T175342Z
UID:3512-1681657200-1681664400@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:GINSPIRATION Cocktail Class with Hogwash Whiskey Den
DESCRIPTION:SPRING shouts GIN in our book\, so our first spring class is about GIN! \nWhat is gin? What are the classic gin cocktails? Was gin made in bathtubs during Prohibition? This gin-focused interactive class will answer these questions and more. Learn about the origin of gin and its history alongside mixing and enjoying three gin cocktails.  \nHogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist\, Simon\, guides you through the use of tools and techniques. Raising the Bar’s cocktail historian\, Renée tells the stories behind this popular spirit.  \nClass set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made and prepped ingredients\, and vintage glassware. Shake\, swirl\, and sip in style as you deepen your knowledge of cocktails and develop your palate.  \nTickets are $65 per person. Purchase TICKETS HERE!  \nYour ticket includes the following: \n\nThree crafted drinks.\nMixology and history lessons.\nAppetizers.\nA cocktail recipe booklet. \n\nMUST BE 21 and over. The class is limited to 30 guests. 
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/ginspiration-cocktail-class-with-hogwash-whiskey-den-2/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230220
DTSTAMP:20260423T152226
CREATED:20221127T183010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221127T183010Z
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SUMMARY:NW Flower and Garden Festival
DESCRIPTION:Yipee! We’ll be at the NW Flower and Garden Festival\, our first retail event of 2023.\nFind us in the Vintage Garden Market all 5 days — Feb. 15-19 in Seattle at the Washington State Convention Center. \nDetails and ticket info at the festival’s website: https://www.gardenshow.com/ \n 
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/nw-flower-and-garden-festival-2/
LOCATION:washington conventions center\, seattle\, WA\, 705 Pike Street\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Badass Barware Shopping Event,Popup Shop,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230205T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230205T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152226
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SUMMARY:For the LOVE of Whiskey Cocktail Class
DESCRIPTION:Our February class is about whiskey: the origins and the drinks\, but also the rise of whiskey in America. Learn how whiskey led the push for westward expansion while Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist\, Simon Moorby\, guides you through how to make 3 cocktails. Your mixology lessons include using the barkeep’s tools and techniques correctly. Cocktail historian Renée Cebula\, with Raising the Bar\, tells the stories of how these drinks shaped drinking culture and impacted our city. \nDevelop your palate and learn the mixologist’s techniques for making drinks. Enjoy appetizers\, and take home your recipe booklet to continue your cocktail explorations at home. This interactive cocktail class combines history and mixology. Class set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made and prepped ingredients\, and vintage glassware. Shake\, stir\, and sip in style as you hear the stories\, learn the techniques\, and enjoy the drinks. \nTickets are $65 per person. Your ticket includes three crafted drinks\, mixology and history lessons\, appetizers\, and a cocktail booklet. \nPurchase tickets HERE! \nMust be 21 and over. Each class is limited to 30 guests.
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/for-the-love-of-whiskey-cocktail-class/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152226
CREATED:20221127T182019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221127T182019Z
UID:3486-1671271200-1671307200@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:BrrrZaar Winter Market
DESCRIPTION:Find us and our BADASS BITTERS DIY Cocktail Bitters Kits at BrrrZaar!\nThese educational and fun DIY kits are the perfect gift for your cocktail-loving\, cocktail-making\, and cocktail-curious friends and co-workers. Also\, our kits are the perfect stocking stuffer and thank-you gifts. Come to Riverpark Square on Saturday\, Dec. 17\, and find us on the second floor near Sephora and Athleta.\n\nWHAT IS BRRRZAAR?\nOne-stop shopping (Terrain Style) in the wintery time of year!\nThe event takes place on all three floors of River Park Square in Downtown Spokane and includes: \nTHOUSANDS of swoon-worthy locally-made gifts \n\n\nLive music \n\n\nFamily-friendly activities \n\n\nKids Activities
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/brrrzaar-winter-market/
LOCATION:Riverpark Square\, 808 W. Main Ave.\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T152226
CREATED:20221127T171854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221127T183429Z
UID:3483-1670770800-1670779800@raisingthebarnw.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Cocktail Class with Hogwash Whiskey Den
DESCRIPTION:Our holiday class features drinks inspired by the classic holiday movie; It’s a Wonderful Life. In the film\, Clarence enters a bar with George Bailey\, whom he just saved from drowning. George orders a double bourbon. Clarence\, whose last visit to earth seems to have been sometime in the 1800s\, requests a “flaming rum punch.” These tipples are the inspiration for our holiday cocktail class — along with stories around the film and American cocktail culture at the time. \n\n\n\nYes\, there will be fire. Beginning with a historic punch from England and one of Charles Dickens’ favorites. Then Hogwash Whiskey Den’s master mixologist\, Simon\, will guide you through 2 additional cocktails inspired by the movie. Your mixology lessons will be completed by using the barkeep’s tools and techniques correctly. And cocktail historian Renée\, with Raising the Bar\, will illuminate the stories and history behind these classic drinks. \nDevelop your palate and learn the mixologist’s techniques for making drinks. Enjoy appetizers\, and take home your recipe booklet to continue your cocktail explorations at home. This interactive cocktail class combines history and mixology. Hogwash master mixologist Simon Moorby walks guests step-by-step through the making of 3 drinks. Cocktail historian\, Renée Cebula of Raising the Bar\, tells the stories of how these drinks shaped drinking culture. \nClass set-up includes bartending stations with all the necessary tools\, fresh-made and prepped ingredients\, and vintage glassware. Shake\, swirl\, and sip in style as you hear the stories\, learn the techniques\, and enjoy the drinks. \nTickets are $65 per person. Your ticket includes three crafted drinks\, mixology and history lessons\, appetizers\, and a souvenir recipe booklet. You can purchase ticket via the Event Website link below. \nYou can also PURCHASE TICKETS HERE.\nMust be 21 and over. Each class is limited to 30 guests. \nIf you have questions\, please email Renée at owner@raisingthebarnw.com. \nFind us on Instagram: Raising the Bar \nCheck us out on Facebook: Hogwash Whiskey Den
URL:https://raisingthebarnw.com/event/holiday-cocktail-class-with-hogwash-whiskey-den/
LOCATION:Hogwash Whiskey Den\, 304 W. Pacific Ave\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Cocktail Class,Mixology Class
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