Art Class: Make a Wooden Whiskey Barrel
Unlock the captivating world of coopering in a hands-on art class where you'll craft your own oak barrel for aging spirits. No experience is required! Shape, char, and personalize your barrel, capable of holding about 2 liters of liquid. Delve into the art and science of barrel making, as you assemble staves, cut crozes, and ignite the magic of charring with a propane torch. Barrel-aged spirits owe their unique flavors to this process. Five-star experts guide you through coopering techniques while sharing insights into the dynamic world of aging drinks. Fuel your creativity and gain expertise to produce distinct barrel-aged concoctions. Elevate your mixology game with your personally aged spirits!
- Minimum Guests 1
- Maximum Guests 8
- Event Duration 4 hours
Outside Reviews for Instructor Chris and Team
Sean
14 Jun 2023
This place is a true NYC gem! Sometimes you just need to make things and this is a perfect outlet. Very laid back, friendly vibe. I was lucky enough to get a four-hour private stained glass lesson with Kelsie McNair, and while I have a lot to practice and plenty more to learn, I feel equipped enough to practice on my own. Soup to nuts, we went from design idea, to material selection and through all key steps of the process to make a window hanger. As a novice, I'm surprised I walked away with anything respectable but I did! All the while, Kelsie, the instructor and Chris the manager were good natured and supportive. They are people you'd happily hang out with and made it very easy to learn from. Today far exceeded expectations and increased my interest in the craft. This session was a gift and I would recommend it for others.
Event location: 117 11th Street (between 3rd and 2nd Ave), Brooklyn, NY, 11215
Location is based on class date. Please select the date you plan to attend to see the correct location.
Instructor Chris and his talented team of artists run a beloved Brooklyn DIY workshop where they lead fun-filled maker experiences. They help everyday people transform into woodworkers, welders, jewelry makers, leather crafters, knife forgers, and stained glass artisans in just one workshop. Learn a new skill and make something functional and forever rewarding!
