Why learn bartending in London?
If you’re living in Ireland, your closest school is EBS London. Lucky you! You can expect no less than a fervent passion for cocktail crafting from a city that went through a period of history named The Gin Craze (it’s no joke!). With its long, rich mixology history and inimitable elegance, London is known worldwide as one of the best cocktail scenes on the planet. Contemporary bartenders continue to carry the torch, pushing the boundaries of flavour combinations and drinks presentation - as is proven by the fact that this thriving city currently hosts an impressive 2 out of the top 10 World’s Best Bars, including #2 Tayēr + Elementary and #8 Connaught Bar.
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The EBS London school
Our exclusive venue ensures that you get to spend far more hands-on hours behind the bar than at most other bartender schools in London - which mostly have to rent a nightclub or bar outside of open hours. The atmosphere and facilities at EBS London perfectly simulate a real bar, meaning that, upon graduating, you’ll feel 100% ready for the pressure of preparing drinks in front of a live audience. Our bartender school is close to Tower Bridge and just a five-minute walk from Bermondsey underground station.
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The Education Team
We are the only school in the UK that trains its own trainers, ensuring that each instructor attends the rigorous EBS Instructor Academy in order to keep teaching standards high and teaching methods cohesive. When you take any EBS course, you can be certain that you’re learning the most up-to-date industry practices and receiving the highest quality education on the market.
The courses were conceived and are continually updated by the best bartenders in the industry - take Tom Dyer, two-time flair World Champion. Not only did he co-found the reputed World Flair Association, but he also runs a successful YouTube channel and produces his own bar equipment that you can buy. Find out more about Tom here.
Fully equipped facilities
Inside our London school, you’ll find different areas dedicated to specific parts of the course. There’s the live bar, the practice and masterclass areas, and even a chill area where you can relax between classes. Take a look…
Training area
Memorise drink combos & speed up your serve
Live bar
Practise performing confidently with an audience
Study area
Revise recipes to ace your exams
Flair area
Jazz up your serves with some smooth tricks
Free Pour area
Test your intuition by pouring without measurements
Chill area
Kick back & chat with your coursemates
Accommodation
We’ll host you in St Christopher’s Inn, a two-minute walk from Greenwich Station (and the DLR train line) and a 30-minute commute to the school. This upmarket hostel is surrounded by many renowned British attractions: the Royal Observatory, Cutty Sark, and O2 Arena, to name a few. It’s a peaceful, historic area dotted with cafes and shops - perfect for roaming during your free afternoons.
After-hours activities
How do front row seats at the WFA Flair Competition sound? The best flair bartenders in the world unite in Ballie Ballerson to show off their magical flair skills to you. Sit back, relax, and prepare to be amazed!
London is gigantic and so is its bartending scene. But don’t worry, we’re here to guide you and show you the best spots in town. On the first Friday of the course, we’ll do a bar crawl through London's liveliest neighbourhoods so that you can get to know your EBS coursemates and the city.
This course is designed to prepare you to jump straight behind a live bar and serve like a pro. A great way to reach this level is by watching other pros - which is exactly what you'll do at the The Gibson, home to some of the most unique cocktails in the world. We'll also take you to Laki Kane Tiki Bar where you'll distill your very own rum!
We often organise fun activities like going to rooftop bars or garden parties , but London has a lot to offer. Grab a coursemate and have a go on the climbing wall next to the school and even explore Hyde Park's Winter Wonderland during the colder months.
End the month in style with the graduation party. Celebrate your achievements and raise a toast to your future careers. Dinner’s on us!
Courses in London
International Bartender Course
This globally-recognised bartender course is famous for training high-quality bartenders through unique teaching techniques and unforgettable experiences.
Basic Bartender Course
Fast-track your way into the bartending industry with 1 week of hands-on training.
Coffee Course
Break into the coffee industry or learn how to make delicious coffee at home.
Flair Bartending Course
Created by world-champion flair bartenders to train your craft, working, and exhibition flair moves.
Working Flair Course
Gain style and confidence with craft flair moves you can actually use behind the bar.
Advanced Bartending Course
Designed to develop the knowledge and skills of experienced bartenders to an exceptional level. Strictly not for beginners.
Barista Course
Learn all the skills and techniques you need to become a professional barista in 5 days.
Mixology Course
Learn to create your own infusions, syrups, and craft cocktails using advanced techniques.
