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VIRTUAL MIXOLOGIST

60 Min Class Make 2 Cocktails Upgrade to Alcohol Delivery$45+

Our virtual happy hour experiences focus on flavor balance and mixology skills, led by an award-winning bartender and culinary host. Craft your own cocktails with instructions, tips, and stories along the way. Upgrade to ingredient delivery for an all-inclusive experience. 

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Pricing, AVAILABILITY, And Instant Booking Available Upon Submission 

CHOOSE YOUR VIRTUAL HAPPY HOUR EXPERIENCE

Choose one of our five packages, each lead by an award-winning bartender and dedicated host. The BYO experience utilizes ingredients from your own kitchen, while the other four experiences include ingredient delivery, right to your door! Perfect for entertaining clients, team building, or celebrating a special occasion. 

FEATURED COCKTAIL

Mix up a unique, seasonally-driven cocktail, plus a variation on the cocktail using advanced techniques. 

  • INGREDIENTS DELIVERED 
  • ALCOHOL INCLUDED
  • makeS 2 ROUNDS

Stump The Bartender

Shake a classic cocktail, then get creative as you experiment with fun inclusions from your own kitchen!

  • INGREDIENTS DELIVERED 
  • ALCOHOL INCLUDED
  • makeS 2 ROUNDS

Mixology Medley

Craft two different style cocktails with two distinct ingredient kits. Learn a broad range of mixology skills.

  • INGREDIENTS DELIVERED 
  • ALCOHOL INCLUDED
  • makeS 4 ROUNDS

Featured Mocktail

Delicious temperance drinks. High-quality cocktail ingredients and techniques, just without the alcohol. Fun for all!

  • INGREDIENTS DELIVERED 
  • makeS 2 ROUNDS
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BYO Experience

Use your own ingredients with a simple list sent in advance. Learn to craft classic cocktails, discover new flavor profiles, and practice mixology skills.

  • ingredient list included
  • makeS 2 ROUNDS
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What’s In The Box?

With the Featured Cocktail, Stump the Bartender, and Mixology Medley packages, ingredients (including alcohol!) are shipped right to guests’ doors. Depending on the cocktail, ingredients vary. Each box includes premium ingredients for two or four delicious cocktails, such as: 

  • High-Quality Spirit
  • Housemade Syrups & Bitters
  • Fresh Citrus
  • Deluxe Garnish, like brûléed lemon wheels
  • Recipe Card
  • Avital Branded Welcome Insert

Below are a few cocktail kit examples. 

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Submit Your Inquiry

Pricing, Availablity, And Instant Booking Available Upon Submission


THE BASICS

  • Alcohol is included in ingredient delivery
  • All cocktails can be made non-alcoholic
  • Events hosted on Zoom or video conference of your choice
  • Minimums:
    • Ingredient Delivery – 12 Tickets
    • BYO Ingredients – 15 Tickets
  • Turnkey Experiences: Our culinary curators handle all the logistics and details
  • Run Time: 6O Minutes
  • Availability: 7 days a week with start times 9am ET to 9pm PT
  • Group Size: We can accommodate any group size. For large group options, see Virtual Conference Experiences

SHIPPING

  • Shipping to the contiguous United States only
  • We cannot ship alcohol to AL, AR, MI, NC, OH, TN, & UT
    • Ingredient kits shipped to those states will omit the alcohol
  • 10 business day lead time for ingredient deliveries
  • 7 business day lead time for RUSH ingredient deliveries
  • We have separate event options for Canada & UK

MEET THE MIXOLOGISTS

We work with world-class mixologists, including Imbibe’s Bartender of the Year, Food & Wine’s Leader of the American Cocktail Revolution, and Most Imaginative Bartender Finalist. They’re not only industry professionals with years of experience, but captivating performers, keeping energy high and guests engaged. Here’s a small sampling to give you a taste of our first-class partners.

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DUGGAN MCDONNELL

  • NAMED LEADER OF THE AMERICAN COCKTAIL REVOLUTION BY FOOD & WINE MAGAZINE 
  • TWICE NOMINATED AS BEST MIXOLOGIST OF THE YEAR AT TALES OF THE COCKTAIL
  • AUTHOR OF DRINKING THE DEVILS ACRE

MIMI BURNHAM

  • THRILLIST’S 14 FEMALE BARTENDERS YOU NEED TO KNOW
  • TALES OF THE COCKTAIL PRESENTOR:”LETTERS TO A YOUNG BARTENDER” SEMINAR
  • LUNAZUL TEQUILA: “FLY ME TO THE MOON” NATIONAL COCKTAIL COMPETITION GRAND CHAMPION
  • CAMPARI WILD TURKEY: “BEHIND THE BARREL” INAUGURAL ALUMUNA
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Meaghan Dorman

  • Imbibe Magazine’s Bartender of the Year
  • Old Forester Old-Fashioned Faceoff People’s Choice
  • International G’Vine Gin Connoisseur Program Best Technical Skills Winner
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Christian Suzuki

  • Finalist at Tales of the Cocktail FOR Most Imaginative Bartender
  • Judge for Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards
  • CREATIVE FORCE BEHIND SF CRAFT COCKTAIL SCENE
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Manuel De Avila

  • original TEAM member of JAMES BEARD NOMINATED Bestia
  • MENTOR TO global cocktail COMPETITORS
  • CURATOR OF COUNTLESS BARS INCLUDING, rose cafe, felix, and Michelin-star Hearth & Hound
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Jordie Ho-Shue

  • Finalist IN SPEEDRACK NATIONAL COMPETITION
  • DEVELOPED SHAKER & SPOON’S BEST SELLING ’19 COCKTAIL
  • craft beverage program consultant
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Matthew Gibbons

  • BEVERAGE DIRECTOR FOR AIX AND TIN TIN
  • 2 Stars from atlanta magazine
  • The Venue Report’s hottest new restaurant
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Nicole Salicetti

  • winner of national Pink Your Drink competition
  • 1st Place in regional Dictador Rum competition
  • Cinzano Prosecco Cocktail Competition Champion
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Tristen Philippart de Foy

  • GM OF THE TREASURY AND THE BEEHIVE
  • PLAYBOY’S 50 BEST BARS FINALIST
  • THRILLIST’S “new crown jewel of the FiNANCIAL DISTRICT”
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Dorothy Elizabeth

  • EATER YOUNG GUN
  • Tales of the Cocktail Dame Hall of Fame
  • Dean for Applied Science for Portland Cocktail Week
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LUIS RAMOS

  • NATIONAL FINALIST 2018  BACARDI LEGACY COMPETITION
  • 2020 DENIZEN RUM COCKTAIL SERIES CONTRIBUTOR
  • 2016 AVUA CACHACA NATIONAL FINALIST
  • BAR MANAGER AT THE TREASURY
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KATIE AUTH

  • WINNER OF PROOF COCKTAIL COMPETITION
  • WSET LEVEL 2 SOMMELIER CERTIFICATION 
  • BARTENDER AT TALES OF THE COCKTAIL’S ’19 BEST NEW COCKTAIL BAR, DEAR IRVING

ESTELLE BOSSY

  • AWARDED JAMES BEARD OUTSTANDING SERVICE AWARD
  • OVERSAW TWO MICHELIN-STARRED RESTAURANTS’ BAR PROGRAMS SIMULTANEOUSLY
  • PUBLISHED IN THE NEW YORK TIMES & MORE

TAYLOR LAX

  • TOP 4 FINALIST IN BACARDI LEGACY COMPETITION
  • SEMI-FINALIST IN GENTLEMAN JACK WHISKEY SOUR COMPETITION
  • TOP 3 FINALIST IN LICOR 43’S BARTENDERS & BARISTAS CHALLENGE

DAN LONG

  • BARTENDER AT THE TASTING KITCHEN, COLE’S HISTORIC RED CAR BAR, & BIG BAR IN LOS FELIZ
  • PRESIDENT OF THE L.A. CHAPTER OF THE U.S. BARTENDERS GUILD
  • AUTHOR OF BIG BAR COCKTAILS

Meaghan Montagano

  • “Star of the Bar” at the National Restaurant Association show
  • Member of the New York Chapter of the United States Bartenders’ Guild
  • Competed in 4 seasons of Speed Rack

Sherz Aletaha

  • BARTENDER AT Dear Irving, The Raines Law Room, & MORE
  • CREATIVE COCKTAIL DEVELOPER
  • EXPERIENCED ACTOR ON STAGE & ON SCREEN

JENN WARD

  • WINNER OF BEST TRADITIONAL BLOODY MARY IN SF BLOODY MARY FESTIVAL
  • finalists in SF Gimlet Competition
  • HEAD BARTENDER & CEO OF JMW SPIRITS

Corey DeGraw

  • founder & director of the Rubaiyat Spontaneous bar popup
  • BARTENDED AT Nopa Restaurant and Paladar 511
  • specializes in revitalizations of pre-prohibition drinks

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For Those Asking, Quarantine-Approved Dates

This was a wonderful opportunity for our team to come together to do something fun while sheltering in place. It was also a great opportunity for people to connect socially from the comfort of their own homes and experience a completely different style event. The Avital team was extremely easy to work with and made everything so simple for us. We highly recommend this event! – Brie, Group of 30, Virtual Mixologist
Many thanks we really had a blast with Suzu, he was super fantastic at teaching us how to make a super yummy drink :) – Char, Virtual Mixologist
It was really a great time and we appreciated the creativity in doing this virtually. And I loved the drink choice. – Lisa, Virtual Mixologist
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OVER 20,000 VIRTUAL GUESTS SERVED (AND COUNTING)

Avital Tours has spent the last 10 years designing award-winning culinary experiences. We’ve now brought that expertise to the digital world with our virtual happy hour experiences. We’ve served over 20,000 virtual guests with the mission to deepen human connection through storytelling and food (and drinks, of course!). Come Eat with Us!

WHY BOOK A VIRTUAL HAPPY HOUR WITH AVITAL

Alcohol is Included: Alcohol is included in all mixology ingredient deliveries. Plus, all cocktails can be made non-alcoholic.

MC Host from Avital: In addition to your chef or bartender, all experiences are facilitated by a culinary host to keep the event running smoothly.

Dedicated Team: Booking your event is easy with your dedicated culinary curator. And behind each experience is a team of event specialists.

Award-Winning: Avital is an award-winning event company, partnering with high-profile, award-winning chefs and mixologists.

Hybrid Model: Our experiences bridge the gap between virtual and IRL. Interactive, hands-on elements provide tactile refreshment.

VIRTUAL MIXOLOGIST UPGRADES & ADD-ONS

PROFESSIONAL COCKTAIL SHAKER

SHAKE LIKE a pro WITH THIS QUALITY SET

  • Mixologist-approved, quality tin shaker
  • U.S. shipping only
  • 10 business days lead time
  • 25 shaker minimum order
  • Shakers may ship separately from ingredient kits

ENGRAVED COCKTAIL SHAKER

A CUSTOMIZED KEEPSAKE FOR YOUR GUESTS

  • A special gift to keep you top of mind
  • U.S. shipping only
  • 20 business days lead time
  • 25 shaker minimum order
  • Shakers may ship separately from ingredient kits

SUPERSIZE YOUR KIT

Craft more cocktails!

  • Upgrade to half size spirit bottles
  • Keep the mixology fun going for weeks after the event
  • Makes 6-8 cocktails
  • All guests of the experience must upgrade to full-size kits

ADD EXTRA TIME

Integrate your content seamlessly

  • Great for sales and product presentations
  • Seamlessly transition into group happy hour
  • Perfect for celebrating an occasion with your special presentation

First 10 minutes are complimentary. Use this upgrade option for 15+ minute presentations.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What's in the ingredient box?

    Ingredients delivery upgrades include all the consumable items required to make your cocktail (enough for 2!) such as specialty syrups or bitters, whole fresh citrus fruit, garnish, and YES the alcohol, too!

  • What if I don't have a cocktail shaker or tools?

    No problem! We’ll send you a prep sheet in advance that notes common substitute tools. A jar with lid is a great substitute shaker, measuring spoons will sub for a jigger, etc. You can also upgrade to include a professional Boston style cocktail shaker with your order.

  • When do you need our addresses?

    Addresses must be submitted at least 10 business days in advance to ensure pre-event delivery of your ingredients. Or add rush shipping to reduce to 7 business days in advance (+$25 per delivery).

  • What if I have some international participants?

    Guests outside of delivery range can participate “BYO” style. We’ll provide an ingredients list in advance for them to procure their own items locally. Or we have separate options for Canada and UK groups!

  • What if I have guests who don't drink alcohol?

    Our Featured Cocktails can be modified to non-alcoholic by substituting (guest-provided) seltzer, tonic, or ginger beer for the alcohol in the recipe. OR choose our “Featured Mocktail” experience if the whole group would like a default non-alcoholic recipe!

  • What if I don't know my total # of guests?

    That’s okay! Book your event with a deposit for your minimum attendance estimate. Final count due 10 business days prior to event (with your mailing addresses.) Continue to add “BYO” guests at any time.

  • Can we choose the cocktail?

    Yes! Ask us for our seasonal Featured Cocktail options. For repeat guests, please let us know if you’ve already learned a certain recipe and we’ll be sure to program something new for you.

  • Is there time to share our company's content?

    Yes! Standard run time is 45-60 minutes, with flexibility for up to 10 minutes of your own content. If you need additional time for your content, you can add more event time at cost (our staff stays, we host the meeting) OR host on your own platform account (we join you for our 1 hour, not additional staff time cost.)

  • What if I need a shorter event?

    Our Mixology experience is carefully curated to be a cohesive, energetic experience for your guests and works best when you stick to our well-rehearsed timing. (Think of it like asking the actors in a play to make it just a little shorter for you – they haven’t rehearsed that way!) We also offer a curated 15 minute “Kickoff” experience for groups needing just a quick, energetic intro to their event.