Cocktails & Mixology - Bartending Course Auckland
Learn professional bartending and cocktail mixing skills over three evenings on campus in Auckland. Gain hands-on experience with classic drinks and service techniques.
NZ$472
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Operate confidently in a commercial bar environment
Understand how a bar works and perform essential service and operational techniques.
Prepare and present a variety of cocktails
Gain hands-on experience making classic cocktails such as Margarita, Cosmopolitan, Mojito, Caipirinha, and create your own recipes.
About This Course
This short course is designed for anyone interested in learning the essential skills of bartending and cocktail mixology. Over three sessions, students will discover how commercial bars operate, practice foundational bar and customer service techniques, and create a wide range of classic cocktails. The course includes practical training with bar equipment, understanding spirits and liqueurs, and flavour construction. Upon completion, graduates receive the NZSFW Certificate in Cocktail & Mixology, opening pathways to further study or entry-level industry roles.
Course Content
- Introduction to Cocktails and Bartending
- Bar equipment and garnishes
- Product and ingredient knowledge
- Customer service and bar service techniques
- Cocktail recipe structure
- Preparation of built and shaken drinks
- Techniques for muddled and shaken cocktails
- Flavour construction and mixology principles
- Creating original cocktail recipes
Entry Requirements
Aged 18 or over
Recommended English language: NCEA Level 1 or IELTS 5.0
Build towards these roles
Entry-level bartenderEntry-level cocktail bar staff
Build skills in these industries
HospitalityFood & Beverage
