Cocktail Making at the House: Shake Up Your Bath Hen Weekend
Let’s be honest — no hen party is complete without a few fabulous cocktails. But why wait until you’re out on the town when you can turn your hen house into a private cocktail bar and have all the fun at home?
Cocktail making is one of the most loved hen party activities for a reason. It’s hands-on, it’s hilarious, and it guarantees two things: brilliant drinks and even better memories.
Whether your bride is a mojito maven, a Pornstar Martini queen, or partial to a cheeky Cosmo, here’s how to throw an unforgettable mixology session — slippers optional, giggles guaranteed.
1. Why Cocktail Making Is Always a Hit
Cocktail classes are like the holy grail of hen do activities. They tick every box:
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Interactive and inclusive – everyone gets involved
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Perfect icebreaker – especially for mixed friendship groups
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Deliciously boozy – need we say more?
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Flexible – fits in before dinner, after pampering, or as the main event
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Tons of laughs – let’s just say things get creative after round three
Plus, it’s the kind of thing people talk about long after the last drop of grenadine has been shaken.
2. DIY Cocktail Night at the House
Want to keep it relaxed? Host your own cocktail night right in the kitchen or garden. All you need is:
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A few classic cocktail recipes (think Mojito, Espresso Martini, French 75)
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A DIY bar setup with spirits, mixers, fruit, ice, and shakers
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Garnishes galore – edible flowers, citrus slices, sprinkles
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Printed recipe cards or a cocktail challenge wheel
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A group playlist to keep the energy up
You can assign roles — head bartender, garnish queen, playlist DJ — or turn it into a competition. Bonus points for most chaotic creation or best cocktail name.
3. Bring in a Pro Mixologist (No One Has to Measure)
If you’d rather skip the prep and let someone else bring the flair, many mobile mixologists in Bath offer private cocktail masterclasses at your hen house.
What’s included usually:
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A cocktail expert (and possibly a charming assistant…)
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All the spirits, mixers, glasses, and garnishes
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Step-by-step demonstrations
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Group games like “design your own cocktail” or tasting challenges
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Plenty of hands-on shaking, stirring, and sipping
Some even bring a pop-up bar setup so it looks the part — no washing up required.
4. Theme It Up for Extra Fun
Want to add a little spice? Choose a theme to match the bride’s vibe:
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Glitz & Glam – sparkles, gold straws, and signature champagne cocktails
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Tropical Fiesta – Mai Tais, piña coladas, leis, and beachy tunes
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Pink Party – strawberry daiquiris, rosé spritzes, and blush everything
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Great British Booze Off – gin-based cocktails and punny challenges
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DIY Bride’s Bar – invent a signature cocktail just for her
Print custom menus, name your creations, and decorate your bar corner with signs, bunting, and cocktail umbrellas.
5. Don’t Forget the Extras
Take your cocktail night from fun to fabulous with these cheeky little add-ons:
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Mocktail options for non-drinkers or mums-to-be
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Personalised drink stirrers or glasses
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Photo station with props and a “Hen Party Bar” sign
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Scorecards for cocktail contests
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Hangover kits (just in case the mixology gets a little too wild)
Ready to Shake Things Up?
Whether you DIY it with mixers and a playlist, or book a private mixologist to run the show, cocktail making at the house is guaranteed to bring laughs, loosen everyone up, and get your Bath hen party off to a sparkling start.
Need help booking a trusted cocktail experience or picking the perfect house with a kitchen built for shaking things up? Just give us a shout — we’ll help you stir up something special.
