Punches & Batching CocktailsLearn how to scale cocktails for entertaining without losing balance or quality. This class is designed for guests who want to batch drinks for dinner parties, celebrations, and gatherings while keeping the experience polished and intentional.
Cocktail Classes at Durham Distillery: Punches & Batching Cocktails (Beginner) is an evening workshop designed to teach home hosts how to mix large-format drinks without sacrificing flavor. Participants will learn the science of scaling up recipes, balancing acids and sugars in large quantities, and preparing drinks well before guests arrive. Plan to arrive at the downtown Durham distillery a few minutes early to find street parking or space in nearby decks. This is an adults-only event, making it a great option for a parents' night out or a solo escape to brush up on hosting skills. All ingredients and tools are provided, so you only need to bring yourself and a notebook if you want to jot down recipes. This class is a smart weekend-adjacent pick because it gives you practical, stress-saving skills just in time for holiday hosting season. Instead of mixing individual drinks at your next gathering, you will leave with the confidence to prep a beautiful punch bowl ahead of time.