A veteran barkeep, Sarah LM Mengoni cut her teeth working in Michigan beer dives and
shot joints then moved to Chicago where she discovered and embraced the World of the Cocktail. Her enthusiasm for cocktail culture and gift for crafting unique recipes has earned her industry recognition, such as 50 Women to Watch in Hotel F&B magazine, as well as countless features in publications such as Imbibe, Food and Wine, Vogue, Forbes, GQ, and Time Out LA, to name a few. Sarah is a graduate of the distinguished BAR 5-DAY program in New York City, which stands as one of the industry’s top mixology certifications. Currently Sarah is teaching cocktail classes, working as a Bar and Beverage Consultant through and pedaling her book “Once Upon a Cocktail- West Hollywood”
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Reviews
Nicole A.
Such a fun class. Sarah was wonderful and so clear! Would absolutely go again
Jun, 30th, 2026
Nivana S.
Highly recommended, great class!
May, 26th, 2026
Dane F.
The cocktails were very good and the history added to the class was great.
Mar, 2nd, 2026
Nicole S.
Sarah is a knowledgeable and passionate instructor and the class was fun !
Thank you Sarah !
Feb, 23rd, 2026
Shantel L.
Great historical information and how to create drinks to your liking.
Jun, 29th, 2026
Matthew D.
class was fun!
May, 25th, 2026
Bob P.
Sarah was excellent. Super friendly and a wealth of knowledge. She met the class where they were in the cocktail knowledge and understanding journey.
Feb, 23rd, 2026
Matthew F.
Very knowledgeable and added her own flair to the class. Create selection of cocktails that demonstrate different methods of cocktail making. Would recommend to any friends!
Jun, 15th, 2026
KAJAL S.
Sarah was such a vibe- fun, affirming, informative and inclusive. The experience was wonderful as was the energy she co-created with our co- attendees.
Mar, 3rd, 2026
Barry K.
Five stars all the way. From the choice of the venue, to how well organized the entire experience was, to how knowledgable Sarah was, to how much I learned, to how much fun I had, I couldn't recommend this experience more.