Cocktail Masterclass at Ökēn (Hands on version)
Cocktail Masterclass at Ökēn (Hands on version)
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Thu. May 7, 6:30PM

Cocktail Masterclass at Ökēn (Hands on version)

Experience the Art of Mixology

This reimagined Cocktail Masterclass edition has been designed as a truly hands-on experience, inviting participants to step behind the bar and actively explore the essential techniques of cocktail making in an intimate and engaging setting.

Led by expert mixologists, this immersive workshop will introduce you to two iconic cocktail families, each representing a distinct approach to balance, flavour, and preparation.

Because the group will remain small, the experience is highly interactive and personalized. Each participant will have the opportunity to prepare and taste two cocktails, gaining a deeper understanding of both technique and composition.

The session will begin with the creation of an Espresso Martini, a modern classic combining vodka, coffee liqueur, and freshly brewed espresso. Participants will learn the art of shaking—a dynamic technique used to blend, chill, and create the signature velvety texture and foam that define this cocktail.

The experience will then continue with an exploration of the Spritz family and its rich cultural heritage. From Limoncello and Aperol to Hugo, Cynar, and Campari, participants will discover the diversity of this iconic aperitif style while preparing their own variation. Through this, they will understand the balance between bitterness, freshness, and effervescence that characterizes the perfect Spritz.

Throughout the session, the mixologists will guide guests step by step, sharing professional insights on flavour pairing, proportions, and presentation—the subtle details that elevate each drink.

An engaging and convivial experience where you will not only taste iconic cocktails, but also learn the techniques behind them and recreate them with confidence.

speaker

Jonathan Verbois

He initially pursued studies in Translation (English/Spanish) before completing a degree in Multilingual Communication, which he finished at the beginning of the pandemic. Around that time, he joined a cocktail bar in Saint-Gilles, almost by chance. Having already spent four years working in the horeca sector as a student and with a strong passion for cooking, he quickly discovered that mixology shared many of the elements he loved in the kitchen — creativity, balance of flavors, and craftsmanship. After a year behind the bar, he decided to deepen his expertise and spent another year training in Toronto, immersing himself in a more advanced cocktail scene. Back in Brussels, he managed the very bar where he had first learned the craft for six months — alongside Jan — before joining the adventure of Ökēn, where he now contributes to a project driven by creativity and innovation in mixology.
Start
Thu. May 7, 6:30PM
End
Thu. May 7, 7:30PM
Format
How to
Language
English (US)
Guest allowed?
Yes, 1 per member

Price

Registration for Cocktail Masterclass at Ökēn
40.00€ Incl. VAT

Address

Event
Pl. Poelaert 6
1000 Brussels
Belgium
Parking
Parking Poelaert, Place Poelaert 1000 Brussels

Detailed programme

Checkin
Thu. May 7, 6:15PM
Start
Thu. May 7, 6:30PM
End
Thu. May 7, 7:30PM

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