Premium Cocktail Class

Ohana Tiki Bar Dublin offers something rare in Ireland: a two-hour cocktail class inside the country’s only tiki bar. You taste three cocktails, then step behind the bar to make one with help from a mixologist. The setting gives the lesson a clear theme, with more than 200 rums from all seven continents.

I like the mix of hands-on work and drinking. You are not only watching a bartender perform. You get to make one of the drinks yourself. I also like the chance to explore rum beyond the usual bottle, with more than 30 cocktails on the menu. The main consideration is the price information: the detailed offer says €30, while the headline price is listed as $49, so check the current amount before booking.

Key points to know before booking

• Three cocktails are included: You receive three drinks, and one is made by you behind the bar with a mixologist’s help.
• Ireland’s only tiki bar: Ohana’s identity is built around tiki drinks, rum, and a playful bar setting.
• A serious rum selection: More than 200 rums from all seven continents are available at the bar.
• The Zombie costs extra: Ohana’s version, called the 40 Foot Drop, costs an additional €6 if you choose it.
• Two hours, with multilingual instruction: Classes may be led in English, Polish, or Portuguese.
• Adults only: You must be at least 18 to take part, and the venue is wheelchair accessible.

Entering Ohana Tiki Bar on Dublin County’s purple-lit street

Finding the venue should be fairly simple once you are close. Look for the purple lights running up the building, then follow the entrance downstairs into the bar. The activity starts and ends at this same meeting point, so you do not need to arrange transport between several locations.

That basement-style entrance is part of the appeal. You are not walking into a standard classroom or a hotel meeting room. You are entering a themed cocktail bar where rum is the main subject. The setting helps the class feel social from the start, though the stairs are worth noting if anyone in your group has mobility concerns.

The venue is listed as wheelchair accessible. Since the entrance information specifically describes stairs, I would still confirm the best access arrangements with the provider before arriving if you use a wheelchair.

Once inside, expect the class to focus on making and tasting drinks rather than touring Dublin or visiting several sites. This is a compact evening activity, not a sightseeing excursion. Plan your day around arriving at the bar on time, then allow the full two hours for the class.

Three cocktails, with one made by your own hands

The heart of the activity is simple: you receive three cocktails, and one of them is prepared by you behind the bar with help from a mixologist. That format gives the class a useful balance.

Two drinks let you relax and enjoy the bar’s menu. The drink you make gives you a practical introduction to the process. You do not need to arrive as a bartender. The mixologist is there to guide you, so the class should suit beginners who want a fun lesson without signing up for a serious professional course.

The hands-on part matters. Watching someone shake, stir, measure, or combine ingredients can be entertaining, but you learn more when you take a turn yourself. Even if you forget the exact recipe later, you will leave with a better sense of how a cocktail comes together.

You should expect the mixologist to help you through the drink rather than leave you to guess. The activity description does not promise a specific recipe for the standard class cocktail, so the exact drink may depend on the session or the bar’s selection that day.

This is also a good setup for a small celebration or a night out with friends. One person can take the lead while the rest of the group watches, then everyone enjoys the finished result. The format keeps the class social without turning it into a long lecture.

More than 200 rums give the class its real subject

Ohana’s rum selection is the strongest reason to choose this class over a general cocktail lesson. The bar carries more than 200 rums from all seven continents, which gives the experience a clear point of difference.

You do not have to know rum before arriving. In fact, the large selection may be more useful to a beginner because it shows how broad the category is. Rum is not just one sweet spirit used in a basic mixed drink. Different bottles can give cocktails very different flavors, and a mixologist can help you understand that through the drinks you taste.

The class does not state that you will sample several rums on their own, so do not assume that a formal tasting flight is included. The confirmed offer is three cocktails, with one made by you. Still, the bar’s range gives the mixologist plenty of material for explaining the style of drinks served here.

If you already enjoy rum, the setting may be as important as the lesson. You can use the visit to ask about the bar’s selection and see how a tiki menu uses the spirit. If you are new to rum, the class offers an easy entry point without requiring you to study a long list of brands first.

The tiki theme also gives the drinks a sense of place. This is not an Irish whiskey workshop or a generic bartending class. The focus is tropical-style cocktails, rum, and the playful traditions linked with tiki bars.

Exploring a menu of more than 30 cocktails

Ohana offers more than 30 cocktails, so the class takes place within a much larger menu. That matters because you can return later and try drinks beyond the three served during the activity.

The class itself includes three cocktails, but the available menu may give you a chance to compare styles. You might find lighter drinks, stronger rum-based options, or more elaborate creations. The exact choices included in the class are not specified, so check the current details if you have a particular cocktail in mind.

Do not assume that the class covers every drink on the menu. It is designed to give you a guided taste of cocktail making, not a full tour of all 30-plus recipes. The benefit is that you get a clear introduction, then have room to explore on your own if you decide to stay for another drink.

The large menu can also make the class more useful for repeat visitors. Your first visit can focus on the lesson. A later stop can be about trying a different cocktail or asking more about the rum selection.

The 40 Foot Drop and the extra €6 choice

One optional drink deserves special attention. Ohana’s version of the classic Zombie is called the 40 Foot Drop, and it costs an extra €6 on the day if you choose to make it.

This is not included in the standard price, so budget for it separately. The offer does not provide the recipe or explain how the drink differs from the regular class cocktail. You should treat it as an optional upgrade for people who want a more distinctive or ambitious drink.

The name suggests a strong tiki-style choice, but you should not assume anything about its alcohol content beyond the fact that it is Ohana’s Zombie-style cocktail. Ask the mixologist what goes into it before choosing, especially if you are pacing yourself across three drinks.

For many people, the standard package will be enough. Three cocktails over two hours already gives you a full evening activity. The 40 Foot Drop makes sense if you are specifically interested in the bar’s signature take on a Zombie and are happy to pay the supplement.

Is the €30 or $49 price good value?

The detailed offer states €30 for three cocktails, including one drink you make behind the bar with guidance from a mixologist. The headline information gives a price of $49 per person, so there is a clear currency discrepancy. Prices can change by booking platform or date, but you should confirm the amount shown at checkout before paying.

At €30, the package looks reasonable if all three cocktails are full servings and you value the instruction as well as the drinks. You are paying for the venue, the mixologist’s time, the bar setting, and the chance to take part. It is not simply a bar tab.

The value is less clear at $49, depending on the exchange rate and the exact price shown for your booking. That higher figure may still suit you if you want a structured activity, but I would compare it with the cost of ordering three drinks separately at the bar.

The extra €6 for the 40 Foot Drop is straightforward. It is not hidden inside the standard price, and you can decide on the day. Bring the option into your budget only if that drink appeals to you.

The reserve-now, pay-later option can help if you are still arranging your Dublin schedule. You can hold a place without paying immediately, according to the booking terms provided. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund, which gives you some protection if your plans change.

Who will get the most from this cocktail class?

I would recommend this activity to adults who enjoy trying drinks, want a relaxed indoor plan, or like the idea of learning by doing. It works especially well for friends, couples, and small groups looking for something different from a standard pub visit.

It also suits visitors with a strong interest in rum. The collection of more than 200 bottles gives the bar a focus that a general cocktail class cannot match.

You should be comfortable spending two hours around alcohol. The activity is not suitable for children under 18, and it is not presented as a food pairing or a nonalcoholic class. If you do not drink, this is probably not the right choice.

The class may also work for people who speak Polish or Portuguese, since instruction is available in English, Polish, and Portuguese. That language choice can make the practical steps easier to follow, especially when you are measuring and preparing a drink.

The four posted ratings give the experience a current score of 4.5 out of 5. That is a positive signal, but the number of ratings is small, so I would use it as one factor rather than a guarantee. The strongest concrete reasons to book remain the hands-on drink, the unusual bar setting, and the large rum selection.

Practical details that affect your visit

The experience lasts two hours, but the available starting times vary. Check the calendar carefully and choose a session that fits your dinner or evening plans. Since the class begins at a bar, you may prefer to eat beforehand rather than assume food is part of the package.

The meeting point is the bar itself. Look for the purple lights and go downstairs. The class returns to the same place at the end, so you will not need to find a second location.

Instructors speak English, Polish, and Portuguese. The activity is wheelchair accessible, but because the directions mention stairs at the entrance, contact the provider ahead of time if you need a specific access arrangement.

The venue is in Dublin County, Ireland. The supplied information does not identify a particular mixologist by name, give a group size, or promise a specific cocktail recipe. Those details may affect how personal or busy the class feels, so ask before booking if they are important to you.

You should also remember that the activity is for adults aged 18 and over. Bring identification if you may be asked to confirm your age, though the exact identification policy is not provided.

Should you book the Ohana cocktail class?

Book it if you want a playful, adult evening built around rum and hands-on cocktail making. The combination of three cocktails, one prepared by you behind the bar, and Ireland’s only tiki-bar setting gives the class a clear identity.

I would be more cautious if you are mainly looking for a formal bartending qualification, a detailed spirits lecture, or a full meal. The information promises a guided cocktail experience, not professional training or dining.

Before paying, check the exact price because the details show both €30 and $49. Confirm the start time, decide if the optional €6 40 Foot Drop interests you, and allow the full two hours.

For a first visit to Ohana, the standard package should give you a good taste of what the bar does. It is best viewed as an entertaining introduction to tiki cocktails, with enough practical work to make the drinks feel like your own.

FAQ

Where does the Premium Cocktail Class take place?

It takes place at Ohana Tiki Bar Dublin in Dublin County, Ireland. Look for the purple lights running up the building and go downstairs to enter.

How long does the cocktail class last?

The activity lasts two hours. Starting times vary, so check availability when choosing your booking.

How many cocktails are included?

Three cocktails are included. You make one of them behind the bar with help from a mixologist.

Can I make the 40 Foot Drop cocktail?

You can choose Ohana’s version of a Zombie, called the 40 Foot Drop, for an additional €6 paid on the day.

What languages are available?

Instruction is available in English, Polish, and Portuguese.

Is the activity suitable for children?

No. The class is not suitable for anyone under 18.

Can I cancel my booking?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. A reserve-now, pay-later option is also available.