Camp Cocktail August Class: Repeal

Camp Cocktail August Class: Repeal

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....
Camp Cocktail July Class: The Dry Years

Camp Cocktail July Class: The Dry Years

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....
Camp Cocktail June Class: Last Call

Camp Cocktail June Class: Last Call

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...
The Spirit of Mexico: Tequila

The Spirit of Mexico: Tequila

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...
From Russian with Love: Vodka Cocktail Class

From Russian with Love: Vodka Cocktail Class

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...