Name: Spring in Italy: Amaro
Start: 2026-04-19T15:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-04-19T17:00:00-07:00
Location: Hogwash Whiskey Den

Join us this year as we explore spirits from around the globe — discovering their origins, journeys, and influence on cocktail culture.
About this Event

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: