W&M ALUM MIXOLOGIST RETURNS FOR WILLIAMSBURG WEEKEND
William & Mary alum and professional mixologist Greg Benson is back in Williamsburg.
He will teach cocktail-making classes at this weekend’s Williamsburg Whiskey and Wine Weekend (June 27-29).
The classes will be held at The Study at Amber Ox.
Saturday’s class focuses on classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and Mint Julep.
Sunday’s class covers modern cocktails including the Black Manhattan and Paper Plane.
Each class is $50 and requires advance ticket purchase.
Benson shares stories and history about the cocktails he teaches.
He chose mixology over brewing for its immediacy and creative possibilities.
Benson notes positive changes in Williamsburg’s modern bar and restaurant scene since he graduated.
He also co-hosts The Speakeasy podcast about the drink industry.
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W&M Alum, Mixologist Returns to the Region for Williamsburg Whiskey and Wine Weekend
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