Premium Cocktail Class

Dublin’s only tiki bar turns cocktail making into a hands-on evening. At Ohana, you do not simply sit at the bar while someone else mixes your drink. You step behind it, work with a mixologist, and make one of three cocktails yourself.

I like the three-cocktail format, which gives you time to taste, learn, and settle into the playful tiki setting. I also like the chance to explore a bar with more than 200 rums from all seven continents, rather than taking a standard pub tour.

The main point to check before booking is the price. The experience information gives a €30 rate, while the advertised price is $49 per person, so confirm the amount shown for your date and currency. It is also strictly for adults aged 18 and over.

Key points

• Three cocktails in two hours: You receive three drinks, including one cocktail you make behind the bar with help from a mixologist.
• Ireland’s only tiki bar: Ohana Tiki Bar Dublin offers a setting you will not find at a typical Irish pub.
• More than 200 rums: The bar’s collection covers rums from all seven continents.
• Optional 40 Foot Drop: You can make the bar’s version of a Zombie cocktail for an additional €6.
• Several language options: Instruction is available in English, Polish, and Portuguese.
• Easy booking terms: You can cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund and reserve without paying immediately.

Entering Ohana Tiki Bar under the purple lights

The meeting point is easy to identify if you know what to look for. Purple lights run up the building, and you enter by going downstairs into the bar. The class finishes at the same place, so you do not need to arrange transport between different stops.

That simple setup matters in Dublin, where a night out can become a series of confusing addresses. Here, you arrive at one venue, take part in the class, and remain there for the full two hours.

The stairway entry may be worth noting if someone in your party has mobility concerns. The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible, but the meeting instructions specifically describe going downstairs, so I would confirm the exact access arrangements with the provider before booking.

Ohana presents itself as Ireland’s only tiki bar. That gives the class a clear identity from the moment you arrive. You are not learning cocktails in a neutral classroom. The setting is built around rum, tropical-style drinks, and a playful bar atmosphere.

Three drinks, not just a demonstration

The core of the experience is straightforward: you receive three cocktails, and one of them is prepared by you behind the bar with assistance from a mixologist.

That makes a difference. A standard cocktail tasting lets you compare drinks, but it does not necessarily explain how they come together. Here, you get at least one practical lesson in the craft. You can expect help while you measure, mix, and prepare the drink, though the supplied information does not specify the exact cocktail recipes or the order in which the drinks are served.

The format should suit you if you want some instruction without committing to a full professional bartending course. You get a taste of the process, then return to enjoying the drinks rather than spending the entire evening working.

The two-hour duration gives the class room to move at an unhurried pace. You are not being rushed through one quick demonstration. At the same time, the experience remains compact enough to fit into a wider Dublin evening.

Because the activity includes alcohol, plan it as an adults-only night out. Children under 18 are not allowed, and the information does not describe a nonalcoholic version of the class.

The behind-the-bar cocktail lesson

The most distinctive part is your turn behind the bar. A mixologist helps you make one cocktail, giving you a practical introduction to the steps involved.

The phrase cocktail expert for the day should be taken in the fun spirit intended. You will not leave with professional bartender credentials, and the activity does not claim to provide formal training. What you do get is a guided chance to handle the ingredients and understand more about how a cocktail is built.

That small amount of participation is valuable. Once you have made one drink yourself, you may pay closer attention to balance, preparation, and presentation in the other two. You also have a better basis for asking questions about the bar’s rum selection or its wider cocktail menu.

The class does not list the name of the mixologist or guarantee a particular instructor. Instruction is offered in English, Polish, and Portuguese. If language support is important to you, select the language that suits you when checking availability.

The activity information also does not promise that every participant makes a separate cocktail from start to finish. It says you come behind the bar and make one with help from the mixologist. If you want a highly technical, individual lesson, ask for more detail before paying.

Exploring a bar with 200 rums

Ohana’s rum collection is a major part of its appeal. The bar says it carries more than 200 rums from all seven continents, a range that gives the class a stronger sense of place than a generic cocktail workshop.

You may not sample anything close to all of them in two hours. The value is in knowing that the drinks come from a bar with a serious focus on rum, not simply a venue using tropical decoration as a theme.

The wide selection can also make the class more useful for your future nights out. If you already enjoy rum, this is a chance to learn what the bar offers. If you normally order whiskey, beer, or wine, the class gives you a structured way to try rum-based cocktails without choosing blindly from a large menu.

Ohana lists more than 30 cocktails in total. The class itself includes three, but you may see plenty of other choices around you. That is useful context: this is not a single-drink workshop built around one recipe. It takes place in a bar with a broad cocktail program.

Still, the supplied details do not identify the three included cocktails. That means you should not book expecting a specific classic, style, or spirit unless the provider confirms it. The drinks may vary with availability.

The optional 40 Foot Drop Zombie

One special option is the bar’s version of the Zombie, called the 40 Foot Drop. Making it costs an extra €6, payable on the day.

This is a good add-on for someone who wants the most playful part of the tiki theme. It is not included in the basic three-cocktail package, so budget for it separately. The available information does not give the recipe, alcohol content, or size of the drink, so ask the mixologist about those points if they matter to you.

The extra charge is modest compared with the base experience, but it changes the value calculation. If you mainly want to learn one cocktail and sample two others, the standard class may be enough. If you want the bar’s signature-style Zombie experience, the €6 supplement gives you that choice without forcing every participant to pay for it.

What the price includes, and what to verify

The activity details state that €30 includes three cocktails, with one made by you behind the bar under a mixologist’s guidance. The advertised summary lists the price as $49 per person.

That difference may reflect currency conversion, a booking platform price, or different pricing information. Do not assume the two figures are interchangeable. Check the final price during booking, especially if you are comparing this class with other Dublin cocktail experiences.

At €30, three cocktails plus a hands-on lesson can be a reasonable value for a two-hour bar activity. You are paying for drinks, staff time, the setting, and guided participation. The value is strongest if you would otherwise spend the evening ordering several cocktails separately.

The calculation is less clear at $49. That price may still work for you if the unique tiki setting and rum collection are central to your plans, but you should compare the final total with the cost of three drinks at Ohana without the class.

The current rating is 4.5 from four ratings. That is encouraging, but it is a small sample, so I would treat it as a useful signal rather than firm proof that every session will be identical.

Who will enjoy this Dublin night out

This class fits several kinds of visitors particularly well:

• You want a social activity that is more active than sitting at a bar.
• You enjoy rum, tropical cocktails, or unusual bar settings.
• You are planning an adults-only evening in Dublin.
• You want a short experience that lasts two hours rather than taking up a full day.
• You are curious about cocktail making but do not need a formal qualification.
• You like having an optional upgrade instead of paying for every extra in advance.

It may be less suitable if you do not drink alcohol, want a quiet tasting, or prefer a detailed spirits seminar. The class is built around cocktails and participation. It also may not suit you if you are looking for a specific recipe, because the included drinks are not listed.

The language choice makes the class accessible to more people. English, Polish, and Portuguese are available, though you should check the particular session when booking rather than assume every instructor speaks all three.

Timing, cancellation, and practical planning

The class lasts two hours, but the exact start time depends on availability. Check the schedule before building the rest of your Dublin evening around it.

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which helps if your plans are still shifting. Those terms are useful in Dublin, where weather, day trips, and changing dinner plans can easily affect an evening schedule.

Arrive at the purple-lit building and follow the stairs down to the venue. Since the experience begins and ends at the same location, you can plan a meal, another drink, or a walk in the city before or after it. No transportation is included or needed between activities.

If you have access needs, note that the experience is listed as wheelchair accessible. Because the directions mention entering downstairs, confirm the route with Ohana before booking. That is a practical question worth settling in advance.

How this compares with a regular Dublin pub stop

A normal pub visit gives you freedom to order whatever you like, stay as long as you want, and spend as little or as much as you choose. It may also offer a more traditional sense of Dublin nightlife.

Ohana offers something different. The tiki theme, rum selection, and guided cocktail making give your evening a clear focus. You are paying for an organized activity, not simply a seat and a drink.

That structure is helpful if you want an easy plan. You do not need to choose a drink from a menu without guidance, and you do not need to organize a group activity yourself. The tradeoff is less flexibility. You are committing to a two-hour session and three cocktails, so it is not the right choice for a quick stop.

The class also gives you a reason to visit a bar you might otherwise miss. Its identity is tied to the tiki concept and its large rum collection, making it more specific than a standard cocktail bar.

Should you book the Premium Cocktail Class?

Book it if you want a playful, adults-only Dublin activity built around rum, tropical cocktails, and hands-on participation. The strongest reasons are the unusual setting, the chance to make one cocktail with a mixologist, and the three-drink package.

Check the price carefully first. The €30 figure and $49 advertised amount do not match, and the exact included cocktails are not stated. If you want the 40 Foot Drop, add another €6 and ask about its ingredients and strength.

For a rum fan or anyone looking for a memorable night out beyond the usual pub circuit, Ohana Tiki Bar Dublin is a sensible pick. If you prefer a quiet tasting, a traditional Irish bar, or formal cocktail training, spend your money elsewhere.

FAQ

Where does the Premium Cocktail Class take place?

It takes place at Ohana Tiki Bar Dublin in County Dublin, Ireland. Look for the purple lights running 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. One of them is made by you behind the bar with assistance from a mixologist.

Do I make all three cocktails myself?

No. The included information specifies that you make one cocktail behind the bar with help from a mixologist. The other two cocktails are included in the package, but the preparation details are not specified.

Is the 40 Foot Drop Zombie included?

No. The 40 Foot Drop, which is Ohana’s version of a Zombie cocktail, costs an additional €6 and can be paid on the day.

How much does the class cost?

The activity information states a price of €30 for three cocktails, while the advertised summary gives a price of $49 per person. Check the final price and currency when booking.

Is the experience suitable for children?

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

What languages are available?

Instruction is available in English, Polish, and Portuguese.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

The experience is listed as wheelchair accessible. Since the entry instructions mention going downstairs, confirm the exact access arrangements with the provider before booking.

Can I cancel the booking?

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