Premium Cocktail Class

Dublin’s only tiki bar turns cocktail making into a two-hour lesson with a drink in your hand at nearly every step. At Ohana Tiki Bar, you’ll enjoy three cocktails, including one you make yourself behind the bar with help from a mixologist. It is a social, hands-on way to spend an evening, rather than a standard tasting where you simply watch someone else work.

I like the unusual rum focus and the chance to use the bar yourself. Ohana says it has more than 200 rums from all seven continents, along with over 30 cocktails. The main point to consider is the price information: the experience is listed at $49, while the details also state €30 for three cocktails. Check the current amount at booking before you commit.

Key points to know

• Three cocktails are included, with one prepared by you behind the bar.
• Ohana is Ireland’s only tiki bar, giving the class a clear theme rather than a generic drinks lesson.
• More than 200 rums are available, along with over 30 cocktails on the wider menu.
• The Zombie-style 40 Foot Drop costs an extra €6 if you choose to make it.
• The class lasts two hours and finishes where it begins.
• English, Polish, and Portuguese instruction is available, and the venue is wheelchair accessible.

Entering Ohana under the purple lights

Finding the venue is part of the small adventure. Look for the purple lights running up the building, then go downstairs to enter Ohana Tiki Bar. The activity begins and ends at the same meeting point, so you will not need to arrange transport between different parts of Dublin.

The setting matters here. This is not a cocktail class in a plain hotel room or a quiet cooking school. Ohana presents itself as a full tiki bar, with an extensive rum collection and a menu of more than 30 cocktails. The setting gives the lesson a strong identity, even though the exact décor, seating arrangement, and class size are not specified.

The downstairs entrance may be worth noting if you have mobility concerns, but the activity is listed as wheelchair accessible. If you use a wheelchair, it is still sensible to confirm the current access details before arriving, especially since the entrance involves going downstairs.

What happens during the two-hour class

The class includes three cocktails in total. One is the practical part of the session: you step behind the bar and make a cocktail with help from a mixologist. The other two are included drinks, though the available details do not specify their exact recipes or the order in which they are served.

That arrangement gives you a useful balance. You are not spending the entire session measuring ingredients and waiting for drinks to be finished, but you also are not simply sitting at a bar while someone else performs. You get a chance to handle the process yourself, then enjoy the result.

Expect the mixologist to guide you through the drink rather than leave you to guess. The experience is designed for people who want to learn the craft of cocktail making, but you do not need to arrive as a trained bartender. The class is presented as a way to become a cocktail expert for the day, a playful claim rather than a professional qualification.

The supplied information does not name individual instructors. Instruction is available in English, Polish, and Portuguese, which is useful for groups with different language needs. You should select or confirm your preferred language when booking if that matters to you.

Why the three-drink format works

Three cocktails over two hours is a generous amount of time for a casual bar activity. It leaves room for instruction, preparation, and conversation without making the class feel like a quick demonstration.

The value depends on how much you would normally pay for cocktails in Dublin. At the stated €30 price, three drinks plus a hands-on lesson could be good value, especially if the cocktails are substantial and the class has enough personal guidance. At the listed $49 price, the experience becomes more of a special-night activity, and you will want to be sure the current price includes all three drinks.

The difference between the two published prices is important. Do not assume one is a discount or a conversion. Prices may change by booking channel or date, but the information supplied here does not explain the difference. Check the final amount shown before payment.

You should also remember that the class is for adults only. It is not suitable for anyone under 18, even if they are attending with older friends or family.

The rum collection gives the class its character

Ohana’s rum selection is the strongest reason to choose this class instead of a general cocktail workshop. The bar says it has more than 200 rums from all seven continents. That creates a wide field for discussion, from the basic role of rum in a drink to the different styles used across the menu.

You may not sample all 200 rums in two hours, of course. The collection is best understood as the backdrop for the class and the bar’s main specialty. If you already enjoy rum, the setting should feel more focused than a standard cocktail night. If you normally order gin, vodka, or whiskey drinks, the class gives you a clear chance to try something outside your usual routine.

The menu also includes more than 30 cocktails. That does not mean all 30 are part of the class. It means you have a broad bar menu around the lesson, with the chance to see how tiki drinks use rum, fruit flavors, syrups, and other ingredients in different combinations.

The exact cocktails included are not listed, so you should not book expecting a particular recipe unless Ohana confirms it first. The class description does make clear that one drink is made by you with a mixologist’s help.

The 40 Foot Drop costs extra

If you want to make Ohana’s version of a Zombie, called the 40 Foot Drop, you can do so for an additional €6 paid on the day. This is a useful option for cocktail fans who want the class’s more ambitious or distinctive drink.

The extra charge is not included in the basic three-cocktail package. Keep that in mind when comparing the experience with other drink activities. The base price covers three cocktails and one hands-on preparation, while the 40 Foot Drop adds another €6 if you choose it.

The supplied details do not describe the ingredients, alcohol strength, or preparation method of the 40 Foot Drop. Ask the mixologist for those details before ordering, especially if you want to understand how strong the drink is or what goes into it.

A practical look at the value

At its best, this class gives you three things for one booking: an introduction to tiki cocktails, a guided hands-on activity, and time in a themed Dublin bar. That combination can work well for a birthday, a date, a small group outing, or an evening when you want more structure than simply ordering drinks.

The price deserves a closer look because of the conflicting figures. One part of the supplied information lists the experience at $49 per person. Another says that three cocktails cost €30. Use the live booking price as the deciding figure, not the headline amount alone.

At €30, the deal looks more appealing for anyone who would already spend money on three drinks. At $49, the lesson and venue need to matter to you, since you are paying for the activity as well as the alcohol. I would compare the final price with the cost of ordering three cocktails separately at Ohana, if that information is available when you book.

The class is also more valuable for people who want to participate. If you only want a few drinks in a colorful bar, you may prefer a regular visit without the class commitment. If you enjoy being shown how a drink is made and want to try the process yourself, the added instruction gives the booking a clear purpose.

Who will enjoy this cocktail class most

This experience suits adults who like rum, themed bars, and social activities. It is also a good fit for a group that wants a shared activity without committing to a full meal or a long tour across Dublin.

You will probably get the most from it if you are curious about cocktail technique but do not need a formal bartending course. The class is practical and limited to two hours, so it should feel approachable rather than intensive.

It may be less suitable if you dislike sweet or rum-based drinks, although the full cocktail menu may offer more choice outside the class. Since the included drinks are not specified, ask about the recipes before booking if you have strong preferences or dietary concerns.

This is not a family activity. Everyone attending must be at least 18, and all participants should be prepared for an alcohol-focused evening.

Timing, languages, and access

The class lasts two hours, but the exact starting times depend on availability. Check the date and time carefully before booking, particularly if you are fitting it around dinner, a show, or another Dublin activity.

The meeting point is easy to identify by the purple lights on the building. You will go downstairs to enter, and the activity returns to that same location at the end.

Instruction is offered in English, Polish, and Portuguese. That is helpful for mixed-language groups, though you should confirm the language arrangement for your particular booking rather than assume every session uses all three.

The experience is listed as wheelchair accessible. The venue entrance is described as a downstairs entry, so anyone needing specific access support should confirm the current arrangements with the provider before arrival.

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. The reserve-now-and-pay-later option also allows you to hold a place without paying immediately, which is useful if your Dublin plans are still shifting.

How this compares with simply visiting the bar

A normal bar visit gives you more freedom. You can choose any drink from the menu, stay for as long as you like, and skip the structured lesson. With more than 30 cocktails and over 200 rums, Ohana has plenty to explore without joining a class.

The cocktail class gives you something a regular visit cannot: time behind the bar with a mixologist. You get an explanation of the preparation and the satisfaction of making one drink yourself. For many people, that is the main reason to pay for the activity.

The choice comes down to your evening plans. If you want a relaxed drink and no timetable, visit the bar normally. If you want a social lesson with three cocktails built in, the class makes more sense.

What to confirm before you book

Because the available details leave some practical points open, I would check a few items before paying:

• Confirm whether your booking total is $49 or €30 per person.
• Ask which three cocktails are included.
• Confirm the language of your class if you prefer Polish or Portuguese.
• Ask about the ingredients in the 40 Foot Drop before paying the extra €6.
• Check the starting time and arrival instructions for your chosen date.
• If you need wheelchair access, confirm the current route into the downstairs venue.

These questions are not signs that anything is wrong. They simply protect you from arriving with a particular cocktail or price in mind and finding that the session works differently.

Should you book the Premium Cocktail Class?

Book it if you want an adult evening with a strong theme, three cocktails, and a real chance to work behind the bar. The combination of Ireland’s only tiki bar, a large rum collection, and a guided drink-making session gives the experience more personality than a standard pub stop.

I would be cautious if you are mainly seeking a low-cost way to have a few drinks, since the published price needs clarification and the 40 Foot Drop costs extra. Confirm the current total and cocktail selection first.

For rum fans, curious beginners, and groups looking for an easy two-hour activity in Dublin, this is a sensible choice. You will not leave as a professional bartender, but you should leave with a better feel for how tiki cocktails are made and a good story about stepping behind the bar.

FAQ

Where does the Premium Cocktail Class take place?

It takes place at Ohana Tiki Bar Dublin in Dublin County, Ireland. Look for the purple lights going up the building, then go downstairs to enter the venue.

How long does the cocktail class last?

The activity lasts two hours. Starting times depend on availability.

How many cocktails are included?

Three cocktails are included in the experience. One of them is made by you behind the bar with help from a mixologist.

Can I make the 40 Foot Drop cocktail?

Yes. The 40 Foot Drop, Ohana’s version of a Zombie, is available for an additional €6 paid on the day.

What is the price of the class?

The experience is listed at $49 per person, while the detailed package information states €30 for three cocktails. Check the current booking price before reserving.

What languages are available?

The class is offered in English, Polish, and Portuguese.

Is the class wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.

Can children attend the cocktail class?

No. The activity is not suitable for children under 18.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, subject to the booking conditions.