Prohibition: Cocktails and History

Get ready to travel back in time to the Prohibition era, where cocktails and history collide for a night of fun and learning! On December 5, 1933, delegates gathered at the Utah State Capitol and cast the vote that officially ended Prohibition. Utah became the 36th state to ratify the 21st Amendment, which was the final vote needed to make repeal official. Yes, that Utah. Ninety-three years later, we’re celebrating right here in Salt Lake City. Join Master Mixologist Alexi Fisher for a hands-on cocktail class that brings the speakeasy era back to life. You’ll shake, stir, and sip your way through two classic Prohibition-era cocktails while uncovering the stories behind them. Expect temperance crusaders, bootleggers, hidden bars, and the wild (and often hilarious) true tales of how America kept drinking through nearly fourteen dry years. This isn’t a lecture with drinks on the side. It’s a fast-paced, interactive night that connects what’s in your glass to the history that shaped it. You’ll learn what the country gained and lost during Prohibition, how the era rewired American drinking culture, and why its fingerprints are still on cocktail menus today. What’s included • A hand-crafted welcome cocktail waiting for you at the door • A guided, hands-on lesson where you’ll make two legendary Prohibition-era cocktails yourself • Take-home recipe guides and historical notes, so you can be the most interesting person at your next gathering • A curated tray of light bites paired to complement your drinks It’s perfect for cocktail lovers, history buffs, date nights, and anyone who wants a night out with a little more story in it. Seats are limited in this intimate class, so claim yours before the speakeasy door closes. Please note: This class is spirit-forward by design. The authentic Prohibition-era recipes rely on specific liqueurs that can’t be swapped out without losing the original drink, so mocktail options aren't available. We are Cocktail Collective. The Cocktail Collective is a small, Black- and woman-owned business offering educational cocktail and spirits classes guided by industry professionals. You must be 21 years or older to attend our events.