Old Fashioned Cocktail Class at General Horseplay in Key West
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Old Fashioned Cocktail Class at General Horseplay in Key West

By General Horseplay
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Ages 21-100
Duration: 2h
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  • 3 spirits tasting and 3 Cocktails


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  • General Horseplay, 423 Caroline St, Key West, FL 33040, USA
    Meet in front of General Horseplay and the Instructor will meet you and bring you inside.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 356768P1

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 356768P1

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    • General Horseplay
      97
      Key West, Florida
      Joined in August 2018
    • dtvogen
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      General-ly Great
      Found this place as part of the Key West Craft Cocktail Crawl. Loved the drinks the first time and went back a few times after. Really great quality, creative cocktails. Happy hour is awesome with "roll the dice" for some big discounts. And the back part opens later at night with more entertainment. One of our absolute favorite bars in Key West.
      Written January 21, 2025
    • 991morgank
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Cool theme bar
      This bar has a unique and vintage vibe. Very themed and fun. Bartender was really nice and quick to make drinks. Drinks were a little pricey. Not sure if they have a happy hour or not.
      Written November 21, 2024
    • jsZ7081BL
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great experience
      Great, fun place. We have been here many times. I lost my phone and the staff took the time to “track” me down and returned my phone. They were very kind and gracious and would not accept a cash “thank you.”
      Written April 5, 2024
    • adelebY7772BH
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great night!
      Had an absolute blast at General Horseplay. The band was fantastic and the bar service was fast and friendly. Great nightlife and a must when you are in Key West!
      Written February 18, 2024
    • visualizewhirledpeas
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      True Mixologists
      The best cocktails in Key West. If you are a cocktail connoisseur, look no further. These people know what they are doing. This is not your average tourist/tropical bar. Very good cocktails, high quality. They know their craft.
      Written February 5, 2024
    • malibu_sdl
      0 contributions
      1.0 of 5 bubbles
      Was suggested by another bartender at a different bar but lackluster service. Left without any acknowledgement or a dink
      I really wanted to try these drinks after looking at the menu. Out of all the places I’ve been to in the keys it had the worst service. Maybe it’s just a local place but we sat at a table for at least 15 minutes and didn’t even get acknowledged. Were we supposed to go to the bar to order. I don’t know. There was only 10-15 ppl in the bar. She grabbed an empty glass off our dirty table and didn’t say anything. We left before ordering anything. Total bust.
      Written December 7, 2023
    • pamf523
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      The BEST Cocktails on the Island served by fantastic bartenders!
      We learned about General Horseplay on a cocktail/food tour with the Key West local food tour company several years ago. We've made it a once a day stop every year since, when we're in town. I can't believe I haven't written a review yet. The bar is dark and feels like a speakeasy from Prohibition. There are small tables around, and a couple larger ones for groups. Plus seating at the bar for 8 to 10 people. We simply love the vibe. Wittily named, unique craft cocktails are served by engaging, talented bartenders. Eric, Pixie, and Melissa are all fantastic. We especially love Pixie, with Eric being a close second. They know their stuff. Happy hour is fun - roll the dice for your discounted price. My favorite cocktails are "I Pity a Fool" and "Happy Dagger Be Brief." If you want to munch something light, try the curried caramel corn - sounds weird, but it is SO yummy.
      Written September 6, 2023
    • Derek B
      0 contributions
      1.0 of 5 bubbles
      Watered down spirits, rude bartender.
      Watered down spirits. Ordered a Bacardi and Coke. Tasted it and it was either watered down or a completely different sprit in a Bacardi bottle. I'm a regular Bacardi drinker and I know what it tastes like. The bar tender insisted it was kosher and point blank refused to address my complaint. With hindsight, the fact that we were the only people in the bar when every other bar was heaving, perhaps tells a story.
      Written August 15, 2023
    • bonniet2425
      0 contributions
      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      Not bad, but just ok
      We went to the back patio bar area and listened to live music. Bartender said that the cocktail menu was different inside the bar. The patio bar has your run-of-the-mill cocktails in plastic cups. Band was pretty good.
      Written August 7, 2023
    • TommyTTMF
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      5 star bartenders
      My favorite bar in Key west. Very skilled bartenders with amazing personality. Perfect place to take it easy.
      Written July 3, 2023
    • je1058
      0 contributions
      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      It's OK
      We tried a couple other bars that are part of this chain and enjoyed them and tried this place one evening after dinner… The service was just ok, more on the rushed side, even though they weren’t very busy. The bigger issue is they’re a “cocktail” bar, but they premix their cocktails and serve them from a tap. I can only assume this is done to ensure they’re able to handle the busy times, as mixing individual drinks takes a while, but it’s completely unacceptable for a true cocktail bar…. Might as well just grab a beer from the tap, it would be just as exciting. Inside, the vibe was cool and the décor was fun and interesting. Perhaps they individually mix and make cocktails not on their cocktail list, I’m not sure?? Anyway, it’s worth a try to see for yourself.
      Written June 11, 2023
    • B3748GLmikef
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      good place to spend time
      Would have liked to spend more time here. Really atmospheric bar. Scented very strongly with white sage so draw your own conclusions Good drinks and quick service. The drinks on the back of the bar went up to a height of about 15 feet but this did not prevent the petite bar staff who just scaled up the back display to get the bottles she needed. She could definitely get a job with Cirque du Soleil if she wanted a career change Went to the front part rather than the back bar where there is more action
      Written June 4, 2023
    • solangefH4696VD
      0 contributions
      1.0 of 5 bubbles
      Bouncer feels like he owns the place
      Your bouncer is rude and screams not today as if he feels he has power to tell who gets to the place, visit so many times and showed my government issued ID but he demands my passport and when another lady showed her foreigner ID he let her in.All my friends were already inside so they all left after what happened.
      Written May 24, 2023
    • stokes007
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Best Bar In Key West - Amazing REAL Cocktails
      This is a REAL cocktail bar in a town full of pre-made margarita and frozen sugary drinks. The bartenders here know anything you can throw at them (we watched people try to stump them), but the best is that they're GREAT at just "surprise me, here's the kind of thing I like." We got a couple new ideas and new favorites out of that. And they're kind and welcoming, and seem to actually enjoy mixology. Plus the indoor area has a great vibe, air-con (!!), and a lot of subtle nods to the great Bill Murray that we loved. The outdoor area has live music, nice little seating nooks, and a back-bar with more basic offerings if you're into the live scene. We went here two nights in a row, we enjoyed it so much. Definitely worth a trip in if you're a cocktail fan.
      Written April 13, 2023
    • CaptainDietNoLime
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Find this place and stop by
      We had a great time at General Horseplay! The atmosphere is really cool, drinks are tasty and refreshing and entertainment is awesome. We watched Nick Brownell perform. Anyone who hasn't seen him needs to check out his website and find him. He's SO great! Our bartender was Chris. Make sure you ask for him. Our drinks were delicious! Bottom line, make sure you stop by General Horseplay when you are in Key West!
      Written March 27, 2023
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    ruben r
    25 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I think it was Tim that did the class and it was awesome. I personally didn't like the music played it was old jazz or something but he had my attention so well I wasn't listening. I think they can show the people where I'm from how to do a mixology class. 3 shots and 3 drinks made was not expected. Make sure you pace yourself because if you don't you may be a little plastered when you leave haha. Not particularly a bad thing though because you will get your money worth.
    Written June 2, 2024
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    Dom Cevet
    Hatboro, PA2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2023 • Couples
    When we showed up, Tim and Eric already had everything set up for us. They went through the history of cocktails and alcohol in the US and were extremely knowledgeable. We made three different drinks that turned out awesome! You can tell that both of them really take pride in their craft. They were entertaining, knowledgeable, and fun to hang out with. To me, this is an absolute must do in Key West!
    Written April 29, 2023
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    Scotwithat
    Clearwater, FL49 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Really glad we hit this spot for an afternoon drink with the family. Eric our bartender was really cool and made a smoked old fashion for me and a whiskey sour for our son after giving us a bunch of good suggestions. The decor was really cool also. We didn’t get to hang out for the live music, but will come back for that next time. Really great vibe at General Horseplay!
    Written August 2, 2022
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    Lisa W
    Los Angeles, CA8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2022 • Friends
    This class is fun and informative! Who knew there was so much to know about old fashions and how to make them?! We had a blast. Learned so much and walked away with mad skills about mixology and how to properly stir a cocktail. This is a must do. Totally worth it. Totally fun! Do it!!!
    Written June 29, 2022
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    Andrea K
    Lansing, MI13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2024 • Couples
    This was a blast. It was hubby and I with 4 other people and we all had fun together. It's an interesting history lesson. Eric and Tim were fantastic. They took our craziness in stride. I was surprised how much I enjoyed the cocktails we made, too!
    Written August 24, 2024
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    Curtis M
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Tim was very knowledgeable and fun. The content was great. You learn a lot about the history and process behind making a great cocktail.
    Written August 23, 2024
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    georgia z
    1 contribution
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2024 • Family
    Sadly, we were looking forward to this and they cancelled last minute. Would have gone a long way had someone from the bar reached out with some kind of communication. It was a family excursion that never happened. Bummer!
    Written July 8, 2024
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    Eleanor W
    12 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Informative and interesting experience! Possibly could have enjoyed (and remembered) it more if the cocktails had been a smaller pour. Tim and Eric were great hosts.
    Written December 23, 2023
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    Culture781471
    Fort Myers, FL14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2022 • Couples
    We look for bar tender MELISSA, most fabulous mixologist!!! Perfection in my cocktail...Bourbon Sour TO DIE FOR. Not only is it a WORK OF ART, its a taste of Heaven.
    Melissa is meticulous and friendly,,,I told her she can never leave...we look for her yearly.
    Only down size, my poor husband had to drink canned beer and only 2 lite beer choices, not his Coors light, a chilled glass and bottled beer would have made his day, especially since my cocktails were $17 a piece, but worth every penny.
    Go see Melissa, so entertaining watching her make phenomenal drinks.
    Written July 25, 2022
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