Cocktail Class: Scofflaws and Speakeasies | August 7

Scofflaws and Speakeasies: A Fresh Cocktail Class!

The Michigan Room
Inside the Glass Academy
25331 Trowbridge St.
Dearborn, MI 48124

June 25, 2025, 6PM

Limited seating, get your tickets now!

This event is to participate in a wine tasting and WATCH a glassblowing demonstration. If you would like to try glassblowing, you may click HERE to sign up for one of our glassblowing courses.

Tonight we’ll explore the pivotal role Detroit played in the illicit liquor trade during Prohibition. We’ll begin in the Michigan Room at the Glass Academy, where local cocktail historian Beth Vandergrift will lead a discussion about Prohibition, the Purple Gang, Al Capone, and more, while guiding guests through the creation of the Southside Cocktail.

Then the group will head to the Hot Shop to watch a live and informative glass-blowing demonstration.

Afterwards we’ll return to the Michigan Room to continue our discussion and craft the Angel Face cocktail. Participants will end the evening with the recipes used in the class, a better understanding of the artistry of hand-made glassware, and a few historical anecdotes to share with friends.

Must be 21+ to attend. 

Things to learn in this Prohibition class:

What role did Detroit play during Prohibition? ~ How did the Purple Gang get its name? ~ Why was alcohol banned during Prohibition? ~ Why did drugstores flourish during Prohibition? ~ Did Prohibition create the modern cocktail?

🍸 WHAT’S INCLUDED

✔️ Hands-on instruction to create 2 full cocktails
✔️ All ingredients and mixology supplies provided
✔️ Use of handmade glassware during the class
✔️ A guided experience focused on technique, flavor, and presentation for the beverage
✔️ A unique studio atmosphere and one live glassblowing demo specific to your group

🕔 Class begins at 6pm
Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in with the host and enjoy the atmosphere.

RULES & WHAT TO EXPECT

• You must be at least 21 years old to attend, IDs will be checked.
• Dress accordingly as our warehouse is cold in the winter, (we recommend bringing an extra layer), and warm in the spring and summer, (sandels are permitted). 
• This cocktail class is designed to run 2 1/2 hours. There will be glass blowing classes happening simultaneously with the cocktail class, so you might get a peek at those before your demo.
• There will be light snacks provided. You are welcome to bring in food if you want something more substantial.
• There is ample free parking on Trowbridge St. in front of our building, as well as overflow parking on S. Gulley road right around the corner.
• A more detailed overview of what to expect can be found by visiting our FAQ page!

QUESTIONS? JUST ASK US!

All of our policies and FAQs can be found HERE! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us HERE!