CIA at Copia Cocktail Classes
CIA at Copia’s Beverage Director Traci Dutton has assembled a bright, crisp, and punchy selection of beverage experiences to bring out the inner mixologist in all of us. A dash of demonstration, a splash of technique, and a full glass of fun all evening.
Upcoming Classes
Tequila Masterclass and Tasting
July 20, 2024 | 1:30–3 p.m.
Tequila is more than a spirit; it’s a state of mind. Discover the flexibility of the blue agave plant when put in the context of different producers, historical processes, appellations like Guanajuato, Michoacán, Nayarit, Tamaulipas, and Jalisco, and even barrel staves. No shots, no worms, no blenders and—this may be the only time you’ll hear this at CIA—no salt.
A Celebration of Bourbon and Cocktails from the New South
August 8, 2024 | 5–6:30 p.m.
Saddle up with the signature spirit of Kentucky (and beyond) in this exciting beverage class. Learn how bourbon is made and the folklore of famous distillers. Then, after a little tasting, jump into the cocktails that make bourbon shine, from the old fashioned to the ultra-modern—smashes, sours, mules, and punches. You’ll head for home with a full repertoire of bourbon know-how for every occasion.
California Cheeses and the Wines That Love Them
August 24, 2024 | 1:30–3 p.m.
The artisan cheese makers of California have set a new standard for quality and variety. Learn about different styles of cheese, the basics of how cheese is made, key producers, and the best ways to buy, age, store, serve, and cook with cheese. In this class, we will taste a broad selection of California cheeses and California wines, systematically evaluate each for flavor and texture, and experiment to discover the best pairings.
Bitter Love: Cocktails from Classic to Contemporary
September 21, 2024 | 1:30–3 p.m.
How can something so bitter also be so mellow? In this class we’ll assemble a guidebook to the boggling array of Italian, European, and New World versions of the herbal “digestivo” that has become the sweetheart of the spirit and mixology world. We’ll experiment with tried-and-true drink recipes and sample new styles that expand upon the usefulness of this bittersweet cocktail staple.