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Holiday Cocktail Class

$300.00

A hands-on holiday cocktail workshop taught live at Gioia Mia in Montclair. Learn to shake, stir, and build three seasonal drinks using professional techniques with a restaurant-level setup.

Run your own bar shift for the night.

This holiday cocktail class is a guided, step-by-step workshop taught inside Gioia Mia (BYOB), using real restaurant mise en place and clean, professional technique. You’ll learn how to shake, stir, build, garnish, balance, and plate cocktails the way working bartenders do it during December service.

You’ll make three seasonal drinks. Each one includes a mocktail version so every guest can fully participate. I provide all citrus, syrups, garnishes, bitters, soda, tonic, sparkling cider, and espresso. You bring your own spirits or NA alternatives.

Gioia Mia’s full dinner menu is available during class. Order food directly through your server and enjoy it throughout the session. Water, espresso, and tea service are available at the bar.

Perfect for couples, friends, holiday groups, team outings, or anyone who wants a real cocktail-training experience without the chaos.

A hands-on holiday cocktail workshop taught live at Gioia Mia in Montclair. Learn to shake, stir, and build three seasonal drinks using professional techniques with a restaurant-level setup.

Run your own bar shift for the night.

This holiday cocktail class is a guided, step-by-step workshop taught inside Gioia Mia (BYOB), using real restaurant mise en place and clean, professional technique. You’ll learn how to shake, stir, build, garnish, balance, and plate cocktails the way working bartenders do it during December service.

You’ll make three seasonal drinks. Each one includes a mocktail version so every guest can fully participate. I provide all citrus, syrups, garnishes, bitters, soda, tonic, sparkling cider, and espresso. You bring your own spirits or NA alternatives.

Gioia Mia’s full dinner menu is available during class. Order food directly through your server and enjoy it throughout the session. Water, espresso, and tea service are available at the bar.

Perfect for couples, friends, holiday groups, team outings, or anyone who wants a real cocktail-training experience without the chaos.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• All citrus
• All syrups
• All garnishes
• Bitters
• Soda, tonic, sparkling cider
• NA spirit options available on site
• Three guided cocktail builds
• Step-by-step instruction
• Take-home PDF with specs, tools, and shopping links
• Use of Gioia Mia’s glassware

WHAT YOU BRING

• Your chosen spirits (vodka, gin, tequila, bourbon, and any NA alternatives)
• Your bar tools (shaker/mason jar, jigger, bar spoon, strainer)
• Optional: mixers you personally want to test

PREFERRED SPIRIT BRANDS

These match the class recipes and are easy for beginners to handle:

Vodka: Webber Ranch, Belvedere
Gin: Hendrick’s, Brooklyn Gin
Tequila: Milagro Silver
Bourbon: Wild Turkey 101, Great Jones

Delivery Option:
The Wine Guys in Montclair deliver directly to Gioia Mia.

PARKING & ARRIVAL

Montclair street parking is metered until 7pm. After 7pm it’s free. The closest decks:

• Midtown Parking Deck – 202 Glenridge Ave
• Valley & Bloom Garage – 34 Valley Road
• Bay Street Deck – 21 Pine Street
• North Fullerton Deck – 10 N. Fullerton Ave
• Metered parking along Bloomfield Avenue

Inside:
Ask for Margie or “The Cocktail Class.”

Tap water is provided automatically.
Guests can order food, espresso, or tea during class through their server.

CLASS FLOW

• Intro + setup
• Build No. 1 (spritz or Collins)
• Build No. 2 (shaken holiday cocktail)
• Build No. 3 (espresso or winter dessert cocktail)
• Q&A and technique lab
• Wrap + photos

PRICE

Starts at $300 per group
($60–$75 per guest depending on group size)

Direct bookings bypass Airbnb fees.
Payment can be made through this site or directly through Gioia Mia.

OPTIONAL ADD-ONS

• Custom-branded recipe cards
• Mocktail-only version for private groups
• Add a fourth drink (dessert cocktail)
• Corporate team-building format
• Private buyout of the bar (Sundays or Mondays)
• Holiday photo add-on (your aesthetic, your lighting)

FAQ

Is alcohol provided?
No. New Jersey law requires guests to bring their own. Delivery is allowed.

Can we order dinner?
Yes. Full Gioia Mia menu available during class.

How many people can attend?
Up to ten guests. Five works beautifully at the bar top.

Can we book outside Gioia Mia?
Yes. Off-site classes available at your location.

Do you offer NA versions?
Yes. All three drinks have zero-proof builds.

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