Overview:
If you’re looking for an activity to make the weekend memorable, or something to bring together a group of stags who don’t all know each other , then cocktail making, or mixology as it’s called, is the perfect solution.

Experienced, professional and friendly mixologists will take you step by step through the history of cocktails and then show you how to make three of the classics, before handing you the bottles and letting your imagination and creativity run wild.

As you experiment under expert guidance as to what works and what doesn’t, you’ll start to appreciate a whole new art form and most excitingly develop skills which you can then hone with friends and family in the years to come.

Format:
Each group will have one or more cocktail ambassadors who will brief you on the day's activities before giving a short introductory talk on the history of the cocktail and the origin of the word. You get to toast the host with some flavoured vodka shots too!

The ambassador will then make an introduction shot for the group where he/she will explain what all of the bar tools are used for. If you don't know the difference between a Hawthorn strainer and a Boston shaker, you'll find out.

Everyone then makes a classic cocktail behind the bar, and in turn, gets a second trip to the other side of the taps to make a classic cocktail of their choice from the menu - Woo Woos, Cosmos, even Bond Martinis!

The event will end with a mini quiz with two free cocktail vouchers each on offer for the winning team. To soak up some of the alcohol, your group will also have a couple of food platters to munch on, with a wide variety of finger food.

Included:
- Cocktail ambassadors
- Welcome flavoured vodka shot
- History of the cocktail
- Bar tools and skills
- Balancing taste
- Demo cocktails and tasting
- All guests shake up cocktails behind the bar including competition/games (each guest gets a minimum of 2 cocktails to make/drink) A further 4 or 5 demo cocktails are passed around the group too.
- Special Platter or Mezze Platter - one platter per three people.
- Farewell 'Vodka Train' for the group.

Duration:
1-2 hours. This may vary depending on the size of your group.

Notes:
- With over 10 private party areas to choose from we can cater for all of your needs and are happy to create bespoke party packages for you!
- For an additional charge a two or three course meal can be arranged.

Overview:
An ideal option for those wanting somewhere nice to enjoy a meal with a good bar to start the evening off.
The meals are a modern European cuisine combined with British favorites in the restaurant and the debonair lounge bar was voted no. 5 in The Independent Newspapers '50 Best Bars' feature 2010.

Two course meal:(sample menu)
Starters
Smoked Mackerel Pâté with Brown Bread Crisps and Lemon Parsley Dressed Leaves
Leek Fritters with Cashel Blue Cheese Sauce and Caramelized Macadamia Nuts (V)
Lamb Mint and Chilli Kebabs Served with Lemon and Mint Dressing

Mains:
Tamarind, Honey and Ginger Glazed Pork Belly served with Stir Fried Greens
Roast Cod Loin with Lemon and Thyme Sautéed New Potatoes and Light Parsley Sauce
Slow Roasted Garlic Tart served with Stuffed Courgette and Aubergine Rolls (V)

Dessert:
Tipsy Trifle Cheesecake with Strawberry Coulis and Chantilly Cream
Sticky Toffee Pudding with Toffee Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream
Lemon and Lime Panna Cotta with Minty Biscuits

Cocktail Making:
Learn how to recreate classics from the Daiquiri to the Manhattan, or simply create your own with the guidance of one of our expert cocktail bartenders. 

You will be taken through the tastes, aroma’s and stories behind a variety of classic to contemporary cocktails and even learn trade secrets of a few of our little gems, such as the Vespa Martini.

There will be an opportunity to jump behind the bar yourselves and gain an inside perspective on the art and craft of the cocktail, the event includes exciting demo’s and gives you firsthand experience of the wide range of methods used in the creation of all your favourites.

Duration:
2 Hours

Sounds of the Vaults:
Every Friday and Saturday at The Vaults some of Birmingham’s most successful and uplifting DJs are on show. On a Friday the night is known as All Mixed Up with DJs Jit and Friends, some of Birmingham’s best known purveyors of fine and fun music mixing their favourite records for your pleasure... plus 2 for 1 on selected cocktails all night!

Saturday’s resident DJ’s Paul and Junior playing a Vaults classic mix of House, Disco, Soul, Funk and RnB. Doors open from 5pm Friday’s and Saturday’s with DJ’s playing from 9.30pm right through until 3am.

Included:
Two course meal

Note:
The venue has a policy of no fancy dress.
We also have exclusive private booths available for hire. Please ask for details