History of Cocktails: The French 75 | 3 Drinks Included

A different kind of cocktail night in downtown Orlando. Enjoy 3 drinks, historical stories, live demonstrations, and theatrical surprises. Your Next Cocktail Night Has a Story What do World War I artillery, a legendary Parisian bar, and a bottle of Champagne have in common? One of the most fascinating cocktails ever created. Join Elite Bartending School Orlando for 90 minutes of drinks, entertaining stories, live demonstrations, and a few surprises as we uncover the outrageous history of the French 75. This isn't an ordinary history lecture or a traditional bartending class. It's an intimate, hosted cocktail tasting where the stories are almost as interesting as the drinks. 3 Drinks. None of Them Your Standard French 75. Throughout the evening, you'll enjoy three different drinks inspired by the French 75 and its evolution. We'll begin with an unexpected Champagne tradition, explore a forgotten version of the famous cocktail, and finish with our own modern creation featuring Cognac and Champagne foam. Along the way, we'll explore questionable cocktail legends, vintage Parisian bars, and the fascinating characters who shaped drinking culture. Expect vintage imagery, theatrical sound effects, live cocktail demonstrations, and plenty of fascinating stories. A Different Kind of Night Out Looking for an unusual date night, a fun evening with friends, or simply an excuse to enjoy some excellent drinks? This experience combines the atmosphere of a cocktail tasting with the entertainment of live storytelling. Your admission includes: • Three alcoholic drink servings • A 90 minute hosted experience • Live demonstrations from professional bartenders • Historical presentations, visual effects, and interactive storytelling • An intimate experience limited to 18 guests No bartending experience or history knowledge required. Just bring your curiosity. Event Details Tuesday, December 1, 2026 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM McQueens Social Lounge 33 E Pine St, Orlando, FL 32801 This is a hosted tasting experience, not a hands-on cocktail making class. Guests must be 21 or older with valid photo ID. Coming with someone? Discounted admission packages are available for pairs and groups of four. Advance reservations required.