Our pick is Introduction to Amaro, centred on DISPENSE: £59.50 for two hours of guided tasting and amaro cocktails at our South London production space. We reach for it when you want to understand bitterness and botanical flavour, rather than mix your own drinks.
Your choice comes down to what you want in the glass and how you want to learn. Our shortlist covers three Asterley Bros sessions, plus two listings that are not confirmed booking options.
Quick Comparison
| Class | Price and duration | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Amaro: DISPENSE | £59.50; 2 hours | Guided tasting and served amaro cocktails |
| Welcome to Vermouth | Price and duration unconfirmed | Production visit, range tasting, served aperitivo cocktails and a bottle |
| The Negroni Session | £59.50; 2 hours | Negroni-focused session and a bottle of ASTERLEY ORIGINAL; confirm the hands-on format |
| Amathus Soho Amaro Masterclass | Unverified | No confirmed date, venue, price or format |
| National Gallery Vermouth Masterclass | Unverified | No verified class listing |
Our three sessions take place in SE26. As of 2 October 2026, check live dates and booking terms before paying, including timings, inclusions, age rules, accessibility and cancellations. Start with the Asterley Bros website, and choose by flavour and format, not price alone.
UK Spirits Masterclasses: Compare Amaro, Vermouth and Negroni
1. Asterley Bros Vermouth and Aperitivo Masterclass
Tastings and Format
Welcome to Vermouth takes you through Asterley Bros’ South London production space, followed by a guided tasting of ESTATE Sweet Vermouth, SCHOFIELD’S English Dry Vermouth, ASTERLEY ORIGINAL British Aperitivo, DISPENSE Modern British Amaro and BRITANNICA London Fernet. You’ll learn how Asterley Bros makes vermouth using cold-macerated botanicals, English Pinot Noir and British hedgerow ingredients.[1]
This is a session for learning about vermouth, not building cocktails. Guests are served pre-made aperitivo cocktails rather than mixing their own. For a more bitter, amaro-led tasting, compare it with DISPENSE AMARO below.
Price and Inclusions
A bottle is included. Price and duration are not confirmed here, so check both before booking.
If you’d prefer hands-on cocktail making, move on to the Negroni session.
Venue and Booking
Sessions run on Thursday evenings and Saturday afternoons at 5 Orchard Business Centre, Kangley Bridge Road, London SE26 5AQ.[1] Book through the official Asterley Bros website and select Welcome to Vermouth.
Specific October 2026 dates, accessibility arrangements, age-check requirements and cancellation terms are not supplied. Ask about these before reserving your place.
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2. Asterley Bros DISPENSE AMARO Masterclass
Tastings and Cocktail Making
If you prefer a more bitter, digestif-led session, choose Introduction to Amaro. This Asterley Bros masterclass pairs a guided tasting with amaro cocktails rather than hands-on mixing. The stronger bitter profile sets it apart.
Price and Inclusions
The two-hour session costs £59.50, including the guided tasting and amaro cocktails.[2]
Venue and Booking
The masterclass takes place at Asterley Bros’ production space at 5 Orchard Business Centre, Kangley Bridge Road, London SE26 5AQ.[1][2] Book Introduction to Amaro on the Asterley Bros website.
3. Asterley Bros Negroni Masterclass
Tastings and Cocktail Making
The Negroni Session is the classic-cocktail option, priced the same as DISPENSE AMARO. The listing does not confirm the full tasting line-up or how much hands-on mixing you’ll do.
Price and Inclusions
The two-hour session costs £59.50 per person and runs on Thursdays, 18:30–20:30. It matches the price of DISPENSE AMARO and includes a bottle of ASTERLEY ORIGINAL.[2]
Venue and Booking
The session takes place at the same Asterley Bros South London production space.[1][2]
Reviews call it informative, entertaining and generous with pours.[2]
Check the Asterley Bros website for live availability and booking terms.
For a more amaro-led tasting, compare it with the Amathus Soho masterclass next.
4. Amathus Soho Amaro Masterclass
This Amathus Soho listing is unverified. Treat it as a placeholder, not a confirmed booking option: no venue, date, price, duration or format has been verified. Do not book until a live page confirms those details and the cancellation policy.
5. Vermouth Masterclass at the National Gallery
There is no verified vermouth masterclass listed at the National Gallery. To book Asterley Bros’ Welcome to Vermouth, visit the official website.
Prices, Duration and Inclusions
The two priced Asterley Bros sessions cost £59.50 per person. The supplied details do not confirm a price for Welcome to Vermouth. All three take place at the South London production space (SE26) and include production access, guided tastings, cocktails and nibbles.
| Masterclass | Price per person | Duration | Tastings and cocktails | Food | Take-home extras | Main advantage | Limitation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our pick: Introduction to Amaro - DISPENSE AMARO | £59.50 | 2 hours; Saturday, 15:00–17:00 | Guided tasting and amaro cocktails | Nibbles | None confirmed | A closer look at rare British amaro where it is made | Saturday afternoons only |
| Welcome to Vermouth | Not confirmed | Unconfirmed | Full-range tasting and aperitivo cocktails | Nibbles | 1 bottle of English vermouth (RRP £26.95) | Direct access to the makers and a look at production | Less hands-on cocktail making |
| The Negroni Session | £59.50 | 2 hours; Thursday, 18:30–20:30 | Make and taste multiple Negronis | Nibbles | 1 bottle of ASTERLEY ORIGINAL | Hands-on cocktail making | Thursday evenings only |
Choose DISPENSE AMARO to learn more about amaro, The Negroni Session to get hands-on with mixing, or Welcome to Vermouth for the included bottle.
Gift vouchers cost £59.50 per person. The supplied sources do not detail private-group pricing; check the Asterley Bros website for the latest booking terms, and confirm venue times before choosing a date.
Venues, Dates and Booking Terms
As of 2 October 2026, the verified Asterley Bros venue is 5 Orchard Business Centre, Kangley Bridge Road, London SE26 5AQ.[1][2] Live dates and start times have not been verified, so check the booking details before choosing a class.
| Class | Location | Booking status | What to confirm before booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Our pick: DISPENSE AMARO | Venue above | Check availability for our lead amaro recommendation | Available date and start time |
| Welcome to Vermouth | Venue above | Check current listing | Available date and start time |
| The Negroni Session | Venue above | Check current listing | Available date and start time |
Browse classes and book through the Asterley Bros website. Before paying, check the age policy, accessibility, cancellation terms and gift-voucher conditions.
Once you’ve confirmed the venue and booking terms, the final comparison will help you choose a masterclass that suits your taste and preferred format.
Which Masterclass Should You Book?
Choose by format and flavour. Asterley Bros’ founder-led classes suit newcomers and experienced fans alike.[2] Amaro takes you into flavour and heritage, vermouth offers a maker’s perspective, and Negroni puts mixing into practice.
- Introduction to Amaro is the pick for amaro enthusiasts: a two-hour guided tasting centred on DISPENSE AMARO, its botanical depth and heritage.
- Welcome to Vermouth gives vermouth fans a maker’s perspective and includes a bottle of English vermouth.
- The Negroni Session offers hands-on cocktail practice, with a focus on mixing technique and a bottle of ASTERLEY ORIGINAL included.[2]
The amaro and Negroni sessions cost £59.50 each, so you can choose by format rather than price.[2] The price for Welcome to Vermouth remains unconfirmed.
Book on the Asterley Bros website, checking live dates, terms, eligibility and gift conditions before checkout.
FAQs
Will I enjoy DISPENSE AMARO if I’m new to bitter drinks?
Yes, you’ll likely enjoy DISPENSE AMARO even if bitter drinks are new to you. It’s a modern, approachable take on Italian amaro, blending a classic Sicilian family recipe with British ingredients for a balanced flavour [1][2].
For a light, cooling aperitivo, pour 50 ml over ice, top with tonic water and add a slice of orange. The tonic softens the bitterness and lets the layered botanical notes come through [2].
How much hands-on mixing does the Negroni Session include?
The Negroni Society’s members-only events include hands-on cocktail-making sessions, a chance to try new recipes, meet fellow enthusiasts and celebrate the Negroni’s history [1]. The amount of mixing involved isn’t specified.
These events centre on making Negronis, while Asterley Bros’ broader masterclasses cover production, botanical selection and blending techniques [2][3].
Can the masterclasses accommodate dietary and accessibility needs?
The available information does not confirm whether the masterclasses cater for dietary or accessibility needs. Before booking, contact Asterley Bros through their official website to discuss your requirements.
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