Premium Cocktail Class

Ohana Tiki Bar’s Premium Cocktail Class gives you something more useful than a drink at the bar: three cocktails and hands-on time behind the counter. You learn by making one yourself, with a mixologist guiding you through the process.

I like the focus on rum, especially the bar’s collection of more than 200 rums from all seven continents. I also like the clear two-hour format and the chance to try three drinks rather than paying for a single demonstration.

The main point to check is the price. The information provided lists both $49 and €30, so confirm the current amount at booking. The venue is also reached down stairs, even though the activity is marked wheelchair accessible, so ask ahead about the exact entrance route if that matters to you.

Key points at a glance

• Ireland’s only tiki bar: Ohana Tiki Bar offers a setting you will not find at another Irish tiki venue.
• Three cocktails included: You receive three drinks, with one prepared by you behind the bar.
• More than 200 rums: The selection covers rums from all seven continents, giving the class a clear rum-centered focus.
• Two hours at the bar: The format leaves room for instruction, mixing, and tasting rather than a quick drink stop.
• Optional 40 Foot Drop Zombie: You can make the bar’s version of a Zombie for an additional €6.
• Adult-only activity: Participants must be at least 18 years old.

What happens during the two-hour cocktail class

The class takes place at Ohana Tiki Bar in Dublin County, a venue built around tiki drinks, rum, and island-style bar culture. You enter by looking for the purple lights on the building, then go downstairs to the venue.

Once inside, the experience centers on three cocktails. The exact drink sequence is not specified, so you should check the current selection when booking or arriving. One of the three is made by you behind the bar with help from a mixologist. That is the part that gives the class its value: you are not only holding a finished drink, you are taking part in the process.

The instruction is designed for beginners as well as people who already know their way around a cocktail menu. You can expect guidance from the bar team as you make your drink. English, Polish, and Portuguese are listed as available languages, which is helpful for mixed-language groups.

The remaining two cocktails are included in the experience, but the available information does not say that you prepare all three yourself. If your main goal is a full lesson in cocktail technique, ask how much of the class is demonstration, tasting, or hands-on work. If you simply want a relaxed bar activity with some instruction, the three-drink format should be easy to enjoy.

Why the rum collection matters

Ohana’s selection of more than 200 rums from all seven continents gives the class a specific identity. This is not a general drinks workshop with rum added as an afterthought. Rum is the central thread, which makes the activity a good fit if you want to understand how a tiki bar builds its drinks around different spirits.

You may encounter rums with different styles, origins, and flavor profiles, but the supplied details do not name particular bottles or promise a formal tasting flight. I would think of the collection as part of the setting and menu rather than assume the class includes a technical rum seminar.

The bar lists more than 30 cocktails as well. That matters because the class is only an introduction to what the venue offers. You can use the session to see how much you enjoy the bar’s style before ordering something else from the wider menu.

For a first visit to a tiki bar, this format is more useful than simply choosing a drink at random. You get a little context, a chance to ask questions, and a better sense of how mixed drinks are put together. Just keep your expectations in check: this is a social cocktail class, not a professional bartending qualification.

The hands-on bar session

The most appealing part is stepping behind the bar to make one of the cocktails. That small change in viewpoint makes the experience feel more active. You are still being guided, so you do not need to arrive with cocktail-making skills.

The class description calls this a chance to become a cocktail master or expert for the day. Treat that as playful bar language rather than a formal certificate. You will learn the basic process for one drink, but there is no indication that the class awards a qualification.

I like this setup for couples, friends, and small groups who want something to do together in Dublin beyond another pub stop. One person can mix while the others watch, then everyone can taste the drinks included in the session. It also gives the group a shared activity instead of three separate orders at the bar.

The exact group size is not provided, so you should not assume that everyone will spend equal time behind the counter. If you are booking for a large party, ask how the hands-on portion is organized. The two-hour duration should give the class a reasonable pace, but the amount of personal mixing time may depend on the number of participants.

The 40 Foot Drop option

The bar’s version of a Zombie is called the 40 Foot Drop. It costs an additional €6, payable on the day, if you want to make it.

This is a useful optional extra for someone who wants the most distinctive drink on the menu. It is not included in the base price, so budget for it separately. The information does not explain the drink’s ingredients, strength, or preparation, so ask the mixologist before choosing it.

That question matters with any Zombie-style cocktail. The name suggests a stronger or more elaborate drink, but you should rely on the staff to explain what you are ordering rather than assume it is simply another standard cocktail. If you prefer to keep the session simple, the three included drinks are enough.

Price and what you receive

The supplied pricing information needs clarification. The summary lists the experience at $49 per person, while the detailed description says €30 for three cocktails, including one that you make behind the bar. Those figures are not the same, and the currency difference is significant.

Before paying, check the live booking page for the final price, currency, and any service charges. Do not plan your budget around the lower figure until you see the amount at checkout.

At €30, the value looks reasonable if you would otherwise order three cocktails at a Dublin bar and you place real value on the instruction. You are paying for drinks plus the activity, the mixologist’s help, and access to a specialized tiki-bar setting.

At $49, the value is less obvious and depends more heavily on the quality of the teaching and the cocktails. The class still offers a different kind of night out, but you should compare the final total with the price of drinks at the venue or similar cocktail bars nearby.

The extra €6 for the 40 Foot Drop is easy to understand because it is optional and paid on the day. You can decide after hearing what it involves. That gives you some flexibility if you are unsure about ordering a stronger or more unusual drink.

Who will enjoy this experience most

I would choose this class if you like cocktails, want a social evening, or are curious about rum. It should suit couples and groups of friends who enjoy learning through a shared activity rather than sitting through a formal lecture.

It is also a good choice for someone who has never visited a tiki bar. The venue’s identity is clear: purple lights, a large rum collection, and a menu of more than 30 cocktails. You get a focused introduction without needing to research the bar first.

The activity is limited to adults aged 18 and over. It is not suitable for children, even if they are accompanied by an adult.

I would be more cautious if you do not drink alcohol, dislike sweet or rum-based cocktails, or want a detailed bartending course. The provided information does not mention nonalcoholic options, and the experience is built around three cocktails. Ask the venue directly if that is important to you.

Getting there and handling access needs

The meeting point is easy to identify by the purple lights running up the building. You then go downstairs to enter the venue, and the activity finishes back at the same place.

The activity is marked wheelchair accessible, but the instructions also specifically mention stairs at the entrance. Those details may refer to different access arrangements, so contact Ohana Tiki Bar before booking if you use a wheelchair or have trouble with stairs. Ask for the step-free route rather than relying on the general accessibility label.

There is no transport included, and no separate pickup or drop-off is described. Plan to make your own way to the bar in Dublin County.

The class lasts two hours, but starting times depend on availability. That makes it easy to fit into an evening, though you should confirm the start time before arranging dinner or another timed activity.

How to plan your evening

Give yourself enough time to find the building and locate the purple lights. Since the entrance is downstairs, arriving a few minutes early is sensible, especially if your party includes someone who needs extra time with the access route.

Avoid scheduling another activity too tightly afterward. The class is listed as two hours, and the three-cocktail format means you should treat it as a complete evening stop rather than a quick pre-dinner drink.

If you want the 40 Foot Drop, ask about it early in the session. The additional €6 is paid on the day, and knowing what it contains will help you decide whether it fits your taste and drinking plans.

I would also confirm the price before arrival. The conflicting $49 and €30 figures are the one clear booking concern. The cancellation policy is friendly: you can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and you can reserve now and pay later if that option appears for your selected date.

The overall atmosphere and value

Ohana Tiki Bar offers a playful change from Dublin’s usual pub experience. The purple-lit entrance, the tiki theme, and the large rum collection give the class a strong sense of place without requiring a full-day outing.

The strongest part is the combination of drinks and participation. Three cocktails on their own would be a normal bar purchase. Three cocktails plus a guided turn behind the bar gives you a reason to choose the class instead.

The supplied rating is 4.5 from four reviews, which is encouraging but based on a small number of ratings. I would use that as a positive signal, not as proof that every class will be identical. The quality of your session may depend on the mixologist, the group size, and the current cocktail lineup.

No guide names are provided, so you cannot request a particular instructor in advance based on the available information. The listed languages are English, Polish, and Portuguese.

Should you book the Premium Cocktail Class?

Book it if you want an adult-only Dublin activity with three cocktails, a rum-centered setting, and a real chance to make one drink behind the bar. It works best for people who value a fun, guided experience as much as the drinks themselves.

I would skip it if you want a quiet tasting, a serious bartending qualification, or a clearly fixed price without needing to check the currency. Before booking, confirm the final cost, ask about the cocktail lineup, and clarify the entrance route if accessibility is important.

For the right group, this is a lively two-hour stop with a clear hook: you get to step behind the bar, not just sit in front of it.

FAQ

Where does the Premium Cocktail Class take place?

It takes place at Ohana Tiki Bar Dublin in Dublin County, Ireland.

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. You make one of them behind the bar with help from a mixologist.

What languages are available?

Instruction is listed in English, Polish, and Portuguese.

Is the class suitable for children?

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

Can I make the 40 Foot Drop Zombie?

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

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

The activity is marked wheelchair accessible. The entrance directions also mention going downstairs, so contact the venue in advance to confirm the suitable access route.

Can I cancel my booking?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund. A reserve-now-and-pay-later option is also listed.