Cocktail Making Masterclass With Michael and Zara Madrusan at Red Mill Rum
Discover the art, history and craft of cocktails, as two of Australia's finest bartenders showcase their expertise alongside their definitive guide.
Overview
Sometimes cocktails enter the zeitgeist and quickly fade away again. But with a tome like The Madrusan Cocktail Companion, staying on top of classic drinks and modern twists becomes much easier. Crafted by Michael and Zara Madrusan — the brains behind acclaimed Melbourne venues like The Everleigh — they've transformed what began as an in-house manual into a treasured resource spanning 2800 cocktail recipes.
With the recent release of the book capturing headlines, the duo are doing the rounds on the cocktail-making scene, next appearing at Rozelle's Red Mill Distillery on Tuesday, November 25. Presented by Balmain's Roaring Stories Bookshop, guests are served up a fascinating evening that combines art, history and cocktails. From 7pm, Michael will showcase how to create world-class cocktails bound to impress your friends and family over the holiday season.
Leaning into sophisticated drinks heavy on the Red Mill Rum, guests are treated to two tasting cocktails on the night. Plus, you'll be able to purchase more tasty concoctions, as well as take home a signed copy of the duo's landmark book. And if you have bartending questions, Michael and Zara will be on hand to provide their revered advice.
The setting for this masterclass could hardly be more appropriate, either. Set inside the reimagined 150-year-old White Bay Steelworks, Red Mill has established a stellar reputation for small-batch, high-quality rum. With the entire production handled in-house, this historic distillery is also home to a sprawling barrel hall, housing over 300 casks, from which the goods undoubtedly make their way into countless cocktails.
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