Hen Party Cocktail
Class in Edinburgh
Shaken and stirred with a professional mixologist, with a buff butler available as an add-on. Private classes across Edinburgh and the surrounding area, from £35pp.
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Edinburgh is one of the finest cities in the UK for a hen party. The Old Town and Stockbridge are the most popular bases, both have a brilliant mix of large tenement flats available for group hire and plenty to do on foot. Our mixologists cover Edinburgh city, Leith and the wider Lothian area.
Edinburgh is arguably the most beautiful city in the UK. The medieval Old Town tumbles down the Royal Mile from the Castle to Holyrood Palace; the Georgian New Town stretches out in elegant symmetry to the north; Arthur's Seat dominates the skyline to the east. For a hen party, the combination of dramatic scenery, a world-class food and whisky scene, and the legendary Grassmarket and Cowgate nightlife makes it genuinely hard to beat. The city is also compact enough to walk between most key areas.
What to do in Edinburgh for a hen weekend
Edinburgh Castle & Royal Mile
The Castle dominates the city skyline, explore the Royal Mile, the Grassmarket below and the closes and wynds of the Old Town that connect them. Essential Edinburgh.
Whisky Tasting & Scotch Whisky Experience
Edinburgh is the home of Scotch whisky, the Scotch Whisky Experience on the Royal Mile is the perfect introduction before heading out to the whisky bars of the Old Town.
Arthur's Seat & Holyrood Park
The extinct volcano in the heart of the city offers panoramic views across Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth. A stunning hour-long climb with one of the best payoffs in the UK.
Stockbridge & Bruntsfield
Edinburgh's most charming villages within the city, independent boutiques, artisan delis, brilliant brunch spots and Saturday markets make these perfect hen morning destinations.
Everything taken care of
Every cocktail masterclass is fully self-contained. Your mixologist brings the bar to you, no venue hire, no shopping, no stress.
Professional Mixologist
Your own charismatic mixologist runs the show, teaching techniques, hosting games and keeping everyone entertained for the full two hours.
All Ingredients & Equipment
Premium spirits, fresh fruit, mixers, ice, glassware, shakers and jiggers, everything arrives with your mixologist. You just supply the group.
2-Hour Private Class
Three cocktails each, a Sex on the Beach, a Mojito and a Cosmopolitan. Competitive rounds, taste-offs and a whole lot of laughs included.
Optional Buff Butler
Add a Butlers in the Buff butler to serve drinks and raise the entertainment level. Available to add when you get your quote.
How it works
From first enquiry to final sip, we handle every detail. All you need to do is gather your group.
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Secure your booking
Pay a small deposit to lock in your date. The balance is due 14 days before the class.
We set up the bar
Your mixologist arrives 15 minutes early and sets everything up at your venue.
Shake, sip, repeat
Two hours of cocktail-making, games and laughs. Three cocktails each, and you drink them all.
Planning your Edinburgh hen party
📍 Where hens typically stay
Popular bases in Edinburgh include Old Town, Stockbridge, New Town and Leith, all well suited for large group Airbnbs and short-let houses where we can set up the bar.
Edinburgh's New Town Georgian townhouses are among the finest group accommodation options in the UK, high ceilings, original features and plenty of space for a full cocktail class. The Old Town has brilliant character, though stairs in tenement flats can be steep. Book early. Edinburgh is busy year-round.
🍹 What pairs well with a cocktail class
A walk up Arthur's Seat, browsing the independent shops on Bruntsfield Place, or a whisky tasting before heading out to the Grassmarket.
🚂 Getting there
Edinburgh works well for groups travelling from Glasgow (50 minutes), Newcastle (90 minutes) or arriving via Edinburgh Airport from further afield.
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Cocktail class Edinburgh, questions answered
Absolutely. Edinburgh is consistently rated one of the best hen party destinations in the UK. The city has spectacular scenery, world-class food and nightlife, brilliant large group accommodation and a genuinely unique atmosphere. Edinburgh Airport has direct flights from across the UK, making it accessible even for groups coming from far afield.
The Grassmarket is a historic square in Edinburgh's Old Town, lined with pubs, bars and restaurants. It has a brilliant atmosphere for a big night out, lively but not overwhelming, with a great mix of venues. It's a natural gathering point for Edinburgh hen parties and just a short walk from most Old Town accommodation.
The class runs for 2 hours. Your mixologist arrives 15 minutes early to set up. Each guest makes three cocktails, a Sex on the Beach, a Mojito and a Cosmopolitan, with games and competitions woven throughout. It's the perfect way to start a Edinburgh hen night before you head out.
Your professional mixologist, all premium spirits, fresh fruit, mixers, ice, glassware, shakers and jiggers are all included. Three cocktails per person are included in the price. There are no hidden extras, everything you need for an unforgettable evening is covered from £35pp.
The minimum group size is 10 guests. There's no maximum, just let us know your numbers when you get a quote. We regularly run classes for groups of 20, 30 and beyond.
Yes, we come directly to your Airbnb, holiday cottage or rented house anywhere in Edinburgh and the surrounding area including Leith, Musselburgh, Linlithgow, Dalkeith. There's no need to travel, we set up and bring everything.
Absolutely. You can add a Butlers in the Buff butler to your cocktail class in Edinburgh from £150. He'll serve drinks, help run the games and add a brilliant bit of theatre to the evening. Just request this when getting your quote.
We recommend booking at least 4–6 weeks in advance to secure your preferred date, especially for weekends in the summer and around bank holidays. That said, we do take last-minute bookings where availability allows, check our availability when you get a quote.
Still have questions about our Edinburgh cocktail class? Read our complete guide to what to expect or browse our hen party planning guides.
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