4 London Cocktail Experiences Worth Booking Ahead

1.Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 834 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $81Our pick

At Alcotraz Cell Block Two-One-Two, you enter in an orange jumpsuit, hide a bottle of gin, rum, whisky or another base spirit, then let the inmate bartenders make cocktails to suit your tastes. Expect metallic cells, a prison-themed theatrical show and about 1 hour 45 minutes behind bars.

“We had a great time, experience was brilliant, so much fun, cocktails were lovely too, would highly recommend to anyone”

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2.Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery Tour and Cocktail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 725 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

At Laverstoke Mill, about 15 miles from Winchester, start with a self-serve G&T, then tour the historic mill, botanical glasshouses and sensory room with a distillery host. Learn about Bombay Sapphire’s ten botanicals and vapour infusion method. The visit lasts about 90 minutes and costs $30.51 per person.

“Enjoyed our tour with Nick. Lovely old buildings, interesting history. Was worth the drive. Appreciated the G&T on arrival!”

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3.Bombay Sapphire Gin Cocktail Masterclass and Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 165 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $63

At the Bombay Sapphire Distillery in Whitchurch, start at the Turbine Bar by choosing a gin for a complimentary gin and tonic. Then take a guided Discovery Experience through the Still House and join a Gin Expert for a cocktail masterclass. The roughly three-hour visit includes three Bombay Sapphire cocktails and is for adults 18 and over.

“Great experience would highly recommend the Bombay Sapphire Tour and Cocktail Masterclass - both our tour guide and cocktail class leader were excellent”

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4.The Chocolate Cocktail Club London

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $15Best value

Visit The Chocolate Cocktail Club, a permanent London bar devoted to chocolate cocktails. Your admission includes one drink, with extra cocktails, cakes, sweet treats, and light bites available to buy. Expect chocolate flavors from creamy and intense to cool and refreshing. You must be over 18, and the listed hours are limited, so check your booking time carefully.

“We had afternoon tea here and cocktails. Excellent portion size just enough. Staff very friendly and welcoming if you love chocolate a must visit”

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