Savannah: Prohibition Speakeasy Cocktail Class & Tastings

Summary

Mix classic cocktails in Savannah’s historic speakeasy bar

You’ll step behind the bar in Savannah’s original speakeasy, learn to mix two classic Prohibition cocktails with expert bartenders, sample three more creative drinks, and share laughs with fellow travelers. Expect hands-on mixing, local stories, and that rare feeling of being both part of history and just out for a good time.

What’s the experience like?

“Don’t be shy with the shaker—let it dance!” That’s what our bartender, Alex, grinned as he slid over a chilled coupe glass at Congress Street Up. The place is tucked inside the American Prohibition Museum, but once you’re through that heavy door it really does feel like you’ve slipped back to the 1920s. There’s this low hum of jazz and the faintest smell of citrus peel and old wood. I kept glancing at the pressed tin ceiling while Alex told us how locals used to sneak sips during Prohibition—he had stories for every bottle on the shelf.

I’m not much of a cocktail person (or so I thought), but learning to balance those old-school ratios was surprisingly fun. We muddled, measured, and tried not to spill anything on the marble bar top. My first attempt at a Bee’s Knees was… well, let’s just say it wasn’t pretty, but Alex just laughed and said even Hemingway had off days. We tasted three sample cocktails too—one with this sharp herbal kick that made me pause mid-sentence—and there were snacks to keep things steady. Someone next to me asked about mocktails and they didn’t miss a beat; everyone felt included.

There’s something about making your own drink in a place where people once risked jail for a sip—it sticks with you. The light from outside faded while we mixed our second full-sized cocktail, and I caught myself wishing I could bottle up that cozy, slightly mischievous feeling for later. Maybe it was just the gin talking, but I left thinking about how much history fits in one glass.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Prohibition Era Cocktail Class

• Attend 2-hour cocktail class
• Learn historic cocktail ratios
• Create 2 full-sized cocktails
• Sample 3 additional cocktails

Top questions

Is this cocktail class in Savannah wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.

How long does the cocktail class last?

The experience lasts about 2 hours inside Congress Street Up.

Are non-alcoholic options available during the class?

Yes, mocktail options are available if you notify them ahead of time.

Do I need to bring ID for this Savannah cocktail class?

Yes, photo ID is required and guests must be 21 or older to attend.

Are snacks included during the cocktail class?

Yes, snacks are provided along with alcoholic beverages.

Where does the cocktail class take place?

It takes place at Congress Street Up inside the American Prohibition Museum in Savannah.

Is public transportation nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to the venue.

How many cocktails do we make or try?

You’ll create two full-sized cocktails and sample three additional ones.

What’s included

Your evening includes entry to Congress Street Up inside the American Prohibition Museum in Savannah, hands-on instruction from award-winning bartenders as you mix two full-sized Prohibition-era cocktails yourself, samples of three more creative drinks along with snacks throughout the session—just remember your photo ID if you’re over 21!