MetroLagoons is turning up date night with an interactive cocktail experience, Behind the Bottle, in partnership with Tampa Bay Mixology. These mixology pros will guide you through the art of crafting the perfect cocktail with tips and tricks to share with your sweetheart.
Now in its fourth year, this unique mixology series will take place every Friday, from September 2026 through February 2027, with each month spotlighting a different liquor.
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MetroLagoons Behind The Bottle Mixology Series Date Night
“Behind the Bottle has become a favorite for our guests, and we’re thrilled to continue building on that momentum,” said Scott Tolmach, vice president of food and beverage at MetroLagoons.
“This marks the fourth year of our Behind the Bottle series in Tampa, and we’re excited to expand the series to Brightwater Lagoon for the first time this year. We look forward to giving guests an opportunity to learn from talented mixologists, explore new cocktail techniques and enjoy fun, interactive evenings close to home.”
What We Love
This is the perfect activity for date night or a girls’ night out! Guests will get to make three different cocktails using the highlighted liquor for the month. And the best part? MetroLagoons provides everything you need, from the liquor to the garnishes!
These mixology classes are very beginner-friendly, so don’t worry if you’ve never mixed your own drink before. The instructors will walk the group through every step, and you’ll get to personalize your beverage by adding a little more or a little less of the ingredients as you go along.
Each class lasts between an hour-and-a-half to two hours, with plenty of time in between to enjoy your creation and chat with your table!
There will also be a brand ambassador on-site to educate the class on that month’s liquor, because not everyone knows the inside deets! For instance, did you know that Patrón Tequila is made with no added sugars in any of its different tequilas?
Monthly Liquor Spotlights Include
- September: Patrón Tequila
- October: Bacardí Rum
- November: Grey Goose Vodka
- December: Angel’s Envy Bourbon
- January: St-Germain, Martini Champagne and Bénédictine Liqueurs
- February: Bombay Sapphire Gin
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The Behind the Bottle Series Dates and Locations:
Mirada Lagoon
Location: 31461 Mirada Blvd. in San Antonio
Dates: Sept. 4, Oct. 2, Nov. 6, Dec. 4, Jan. 7 and Feb. 5
Epperson Lagoon
Location: 31885 Overpass Road in Wesley Chapel
Dates: Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13, Dec. 11, Jan. 8 and Feb. 12.
Southshore Bay Lagoon
Location: 16881 Lagoon Shore Blvd. in Wimauma
Dates: Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20, Dec. 18, Jan. 15 and Feb. 19.
Brightwater Lagoon
Location: 8630 Sunny Page Lane in North Fort Myers
Dates: Sept. 25, Oct. 23, Nov. 27, Dec. 19, Jan. 22 and Feb. 26.
Enjoy Small Bites During the mixology Series
During the Behind the Bottle events, guests will also be able to enjoy a specialty menu featuring shareable options, including a pretzel charcuterie board, Mediterranean board, and slider flights for $22 each.
For dessert, choices include a donut flight, deconstructed s’mores, and churro dip flight, each available for $14.
We enjoyed the deconstructed s’mores and had fun creating different combinations of toppings! It’s perfect to share between two people.
Tickets
Tickets for each mixology class are $50 (without taxes and fees).
Guests must be 21+ and present a valid photo ID for entry. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the mixology classes start at 7 p.m.
Pro-tip: Reservations are required, and space is limited.
Sponsored by MetroLagoons.