Educating Bartenders
Since 2008

Each journey begins with a single step 

No matter what your level of experience is, our courses are relevant and intensive. Each is designed by hospitality experts to give you the skills you need to become the best bartender you can be.

Beginner, Intermediate

2-Week Bartender Course
  • Free Cocktail Course: Includes a complimentary 2-day Cocktail & Mixology Course.
  • Comprehensive Skills: Learn mixology, draught beer, and barista techniques.
  • Real-World Experience: Simulate bar and restaurant operations.
  • Expert Instruction: Benefit from training by seasoned professionals.
  • Job Support: Assistance with job references and employment opportunities.

Beginner x Cocktail Enthusiast

2-Day Introduction to Cocktails Course
  • Hands-On Training: Intensive practical sessions in cocktail making.
  • Expert Guidance: Learn from experienced mixologists.
  • Premium Ingredients: Use high-quality ingredients for superior cocktails.
  • Recipe Collection: Access a range of classic and innovative recipes.
  • Certification: Earn a Dublin Bar Academy certification upon completion.

Advanced

2-Day Cocktail Programme
  • Bar Operations: Learn efficient bar management and inventory control.
  • Cocktail Consultation: Receive a tailored plan to enhance your bar’s menu.
  • Advanced Mixology: Master classic and innovative cocktails with expert guidance.
  • Hands-On Training: Practice cocktail creation in a state-of-the-art bar.
  • Networking: Connect with industry professionals and fellow enthusiasts.

Currently working in the Irish hospitality industry?

Get in touch as you are eligible for a subsidy for yourself or your staff through our partnership with Restaurant & Hospitality Skillnet.

Private Group Experiences

Infuse your experience with a beautifully crafted Cocktail Class, a Wine Tasting exploring new, exciting flavours or a tailored Private Event for you and your guests.

Our students testimonials

Erick

1. What was your favorite part of the course, and why?
The course was very interesting , a nice environment , very professional teachers and a great experience.

2. Was the course content relevant, practical, and easy to
understand? Were the instructors helpful throughout the course?

The course was very interesting, a nice environment, very professional teachers and a great experience.

3. Would you recommend this course to others, and why?
Yes I recommend it , Tom and Gary, they will teach you a lot about this world to be a great worker, person and great professional.

4. What would you say to someone considering taking this course?
Come and enjoy this great course where you can learn with the best professional teachers, you will not regret it!

Dave

1. What was your favorite part of the course, and why?
Learning new techniques and learning new ways of doing things and making drinks.

2. Was the course content relevant, practical, and easy to
understand? Were the instructors helpful throughout the course?

Yes, was a lot of knowledge and interesting stuff, The instructors were very good and very helpful.

3. Would you recommend this course to others, and why?
Yes, as you really get to learn the basics and can really develop after you complete the course but it gives you a great base.

4. What would you say to someone considering taking this course?
To do it. It really does help and you really do learn and get the proper techniques and so on.

Glen

1. What was your favorite part of the course, and why?
Learning more information about alcohol and making cocktails and getting to taste the cocktails we are making was very cool in the live bar.

2. Was the course content relevant, practical, and easy to
understand? Were the instructors helpful throughout the course?

The instructors were very helpful if we needed to ask questions. They always had the right answer the content was very interesting overall. 

3. Would you recommend this course to others, and why?
Yes I would. I learned so much in 2 weeks and feel more comfortable behind a bar working now. I have picked up a lot of cool tricks.

4. What would you say to someone considering taking this course?
Go for it you will learn so much and have fun along the way and meeting new people also is brilliant. You will make friends and have the knowledge.

Enkhmaa

1. What was your favorite part of the course, and why?
Learning how to roll cocktails, multiorder flow & mixology products.

2. Was the course content relevant, practical, and easy to
understand? Were the instructors helpful throughout the course?

Yes, very easy to understand and follow.

3. Would you recommend this course to others, and why?
Yes, very beneficial, great structure. Gary is an amazing instructor!

4. What would you say to someone considering taking this course?
Definitely do it to improve your cocktails skills and mixology knowledge.

Our students reviews

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So I just finished the 2 day introduction to cocktail making course.The Dublin Bar Academy was great and it's a really great space.You feel right at home when you get there and Gary kept the course as informative and yet fun as possible.He's full of Wisdom but of course somebody with a good personality and good sense of humour is what keeps things light interesting and fun rather than heavy and draining.I learned a lot...Can't say I have a natural talent for this but I come from a background of absolutely no hands on experience prior although I'm sure work ethic could do wonders after learning the foundations the course gave us and the process aswell as a book with all the classics you need to know many of which can be modified to make many more of course.Great course,Great place and Great people.No reason to give any less than 5 stars ⭐️
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An amazing experience, Been in hospitality industry the past 25 years.. It felt I needed a refresher specifically behind the bar. It’s more than learn how to shake a cocktail. Is the full experience, from how to price a cocktail to maximise margin, to the creative process, bar set up and closing procedures. Four days of intensive learning, skill upgrading technics, practical tips, issue solving, upscaling, empowerment and confidence building. You don’t just learn how to create a drink, but you learn how to make the drinks 500+ times per night consistently. The knowledge, experience, industry insights and creativity from the lecturers is exceptional. A benefit anyone in the industry, from management, to trainees. Anyone that may be required to jump in the bar at some stage.
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Alfredo Tobeña
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Such a fun experience with lots of learning.
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Liam Okeeffe
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Just completed the 2 day cocktail & mixology course and I can’t rate it highly enough. Delivered by the excellent Gary, both the facilities and the training were excellent. Very enjoyable and learnt loads. Highly recommend.
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Fergus Roche
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I came specifically from Basel, Switzerland to make a two week bartending course. And my expectations were genuinely exceeded. Gary and Tom shared with excellent knowledge about hospitality industry whole over the world. I felt that they were cheering for us to find the best jobs we could have. We had a chance to practice at a real industry night event! There was even an excellent wine lecture from one of the best European sommelier. l will definitely come back next year for a four day course to go next level in my bartender career. Best of luck to new students! You can do this!🫶🏻
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Kateryna Debkaliuk
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Last night, my co-workers and I had our cocktail masterclass with Gary Kelly at Dublin Bar Academy. Not only did we learn a lot and had great drinks but we also had great fun! I strongly recommend everyone to give it a try, you'll enjoy every minute of this experience. Thanks for everything, Gary!
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Silvana Solonezki
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Went here for a work event and we had so much fun! The drinks were tasty and Gary was a great host :) we learned a lot.
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Charlotte C
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Very friendly staff with great knowledge of the cocktails and their history. The whole team thoroughly enjoyed the event especially the cocktail making competition at the end. Gary and Victor were both excellent in hosting this event and we would highly recommend to any company looking for a team building/bonding exercise. We got good feedback all round from everyone that attended. Thanks again Dublin Bar Academy!
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Lauren Thornton
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Highly recommend the 2 day cocktail course for anyone looking to up their cocktail making skills. It was a very enjoyable and interesting experience ran by the goat himself Gary Kelly!
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There is a world of possibilities for you in hospitality. From bartender in a five star hotel, to bar manager on a cruise ship, to sommelier in a Michelin restaurant or brand ambassador traveling the world. Our industry is one of the most dynamic for employment opportunities. 

Our cutting edge bartending courses are designed by a core team of industry experts that have each embarked on the same journey in the industry that you’re about to go on. 

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Dublin, ireland

Dublin Bar Academy

Want to get more information about our range of courses? 

We’ll get in touch and find a course that’s right for you.

Plus we’ll send you our complimentary Dublin Bar Academy Cocktail Kitchen e-book for you to get a taste of the exciting cocktails and mixology products that we’ll make on our bartender courses in the Academies.

Start your journey of flavour today! 

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In a city renowned for their bars,
we provide an education in drinks excellence.

141 North King Street
Dublin 7, Ireland

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