Local Distillery Cocktail Class: Skyline Views and City History

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
1 hour 20 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 8 guests
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English
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Join us for an unforgettable distillery tour! Craft cocktails with experts, enjoy skyline views, and dive into local history. Perfect for whiskey lovers, locals, and visitors alike.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Discover the ultimate Bay Area experience, perfect for locals and visitors alike! Step into the most unique distillery in the region and leave with a memorable local treasure or the perfect gift.


Immerse yourself in the world of award-winning spirits as you savor expertly crafted local whiskeys. Under the guidance of our mixology pros, master the art of creating three iconic whiskey cocktails: the timeless Old Fashioned, the refreshing Whiskey Sour, and the sophisticated Paper Plane.


Uncover the secrets of tasting notes and learn why each whiskey is the ideal match for these cocktails. It's not just a tasting—it's a one-of-a-kind journey into the heart of whiskey craftsmanship that you'll never forget!


You can even take a 6 minute scenic ferry ride from the San Francisco Ferry Building which docks directly at our Distillery and Tasting Room.


Gold Bar Whiskey is the Official Whiskey of the San Francisco 49ers.

What You Get

Guide is licensed or certified
Alcoholic beverages
3 Whiskeys and 3 Cocktails
Private transportation

Good To Know

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Bring Identification Card (Confirm Over 21)

What You’ll Experience

Step into the storied Gold Bar Whiskey Distillery, a landmark art deco venue on Treasure Island with sweeping Bay views. Only minutes from downtown San Francisco, this unique venue combines city history, whiskey culture, and scenic beauty. Drive over the Bay Bridge with tons of free parking or take the scenic 6 minute ferry ride from the iconic San Francisco Ferry Building. Includes - Guided Whiskey Tasting: Sample three exceptional Gold Bar whiskies with expert insights. - Interactive Mixology Class: Craft three signature cocktails with premium bar tools. - History Lesson: Learn the fascinating history of San Francisco, Treasure Island and the building that the Cocktail Class takes place. - Exclusive Service: A VIP bartender dedicated to your group. - Reserved Seating: Relax in a private, comfortable space. - Breathtaking Views: Take in stunning sights of the Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, Alcatraz, and the San Francisco city skyline. We encourage guests to arrive sober, as the class includes hands-on cocktail making and tasting of multiple beverages. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone who arrives intoxicated. Please enjoy responsibly. Price Inclusive of Tax

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

1 Avenue of the Palms, Avenue of the Palms, San Francisco County California, United States, US, 94130

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Please enter the front doors of the former Pan Am Airport. The Distillery will be to your right when you enter and you can check in at the bar.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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What People Are Saying
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Fun class!
June 29, 2025
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The class was a lot of fun! It was informative and entertaining, and the cocktails were delicious! The bar and the building it's in are beautiful and the history is really interesting. I'd recommen...read more

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Cocktail making experience!
June 29, 2025
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Had a fabulous cocktail making experience today with the mixologist, Jeff - so much fun learning about the different alcohols and how to make a whiskey sour, a an old-fashioned and a paper plane! ...read more

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Amazing class
June 27, 2025
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The class was a gift from my family. It was the most amazing and informative class. I highly enjoyed it recommend it full heartedly.

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Highly Recommended Cocktail Class
June 26, 2025
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A friend and I took the cocktail class and had an absolute blast! The instructors were fantastic—engaging, knowledgeable, and genuinely focused on making sure everyone was both learning and having ...read more

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One of the best mixology classes
June 23, 2025
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Jeff was really amazing. It was a very involved class and we learnt a lot about mixology. Would be great to have gin-based cocktails next time around.

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