Aug. 28, 7pm, Art Of The Old Fashioned
Aug. 28, 7pm, Art Of The Old Fashioned
Art of the Old Fashioned – Event Overview
When: Aug. 28th, 2026 • 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Doors Open at 6:45 PM)
Where:
Brew Culture Coffee
3620 W Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80204
Discover the timeless elegance of one of the world's most celebrated cocktails during an immersive, hands-on experience dedicated entirely to the Old Fashioned. Guided by one of our expert bartenders, you'll craft three unique interpretations of this legendary cocktail while learning the techniques, history, and craftsmanship that have made it a staple of cocktail culture for over two centuries.
Throughout the evening, you'll explore how small changes in spirit selection, sweeteners, bitters, citrus, and technique can dramatically transform a single classic recipe into entirely new drinking experiences. You'll gain a deeper understanding of balance, dilution, stirring techniques, and proper garnish presentation while building the confidence to create exceptional Old Fashioneds at home.
Your experience also includes a curated selection small plate bites. Between every guided cocktail session, we'll pause for relaxed social breaks, giving you time to enjoy your drinks, connect with friends, and meet fellow whiskey enthusiasts in an intimate setting.
Hosted at our exclusive pop-up location:
Brew Culture Coffee
3620 W Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80204
Run of Show
Doors Open (6:45 PM)
Arrive early, grab your seat, meet your hosts, and settle in before the experience begins.
Welcome & Introduction (7:00 PM)
Meet your instructor for an introduction to the history of the Old Fashioned, explore the premium spirits, bitters, sugars, and garnishes you'll be using, and learn the essential techniques behind stirring, dilution, and building perfectly balanced spirit-forward cocktails.
Hands-On Cocktail 1 – Classic Bourbon Old Fashioned
Master the timeless original using premium bourbon, aromatic bitters, demerara sugar, and fresh orange oils. Learn why this simple recipe has remained one of the world's most iconic cocktails for generations.
Social Break
Enjoy your first cocktail while mingling with fellow guests.
Hands-On Cocktail 2 – Maple Old Fashioned
Discover how maple syrup, aromatics, and carefully selected bitters add warmth, depth, and complexity to this modern interpretation of the classic.
Social Break
Relax, sip your cocktail, and enjoy conversation before the evening's final hands-on session.
Hands-On Cocktail 3 – Coffee Old Fashioned
Finish the evening with a rich, sophisticated variation featuring black walnut bitters and premium whiskey. Learn how subtle ingredient choices create entirely new flavor profiles while honoring the original cocktail.
Closing Social (Wrap at 8:30 PM)
Enjoy one final Old Fashioned, ask questions, share tasting notes with fellow guests, and spend time with your bartender host before heading home inspired to perfect this legendary cocktail.
Whether you're a whiskey enthusiast, an aspiring home bartender, planning a date night, celebrating a special occasion, or simply looking for a unique evening out in Denver, Art of the Old Fashioned offers the perfect blend of interactive education, exceptional cocktails, delicious small plates, and unforgettable hospitality.
You'll leave with three distinctive Old Fashioned recipes, professional bartending techniques, a deeper appreciation for one of history's greatest cocktails, and the confidence to craft restaurant-quality Old Fashioneds for friends and family at home.