Mid-Michigan's Only Bartending School
State Licensed/Accredited/ Reputable

Two (2) Certifications in One Place

ServSafe Alcohol Certification
Bartender Certification

Bartending 101 course is for beginners seeking an industry-level bartender certification program, and bartenders looking to step up their game. This intensive course will help you navigate your way around the bar scene. Whether it's in a bar, restaurant or county club.

Tuition: $399 (Non -Refundable Deposit of $150 required to enroll)

You may register online or in person
We accept all major credit cards, Paypal, Venmo, Cashapp, Money Orders, and cash
Class is Non Refundable but transferable 1x

Schedules:

Weekend Accelerated Class (3-days class)

Friday- 12pm to 5pm, Saturday & Sunday- 9am to 5pm.

Evening Class (5-Day class) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday- 6pm to 10pm. (Starting in the Fall)

Prerequisite

Must be 18 +
Must present a valid ID
No additional bartending experience is required
Must attend all classes
Must be on time

Parking

Metered Parking
available on 2nd Street, 1st Street, Beach Street and Saginaw Street
Parking Free on the weekends Saturday and Sunday

Ask about our Private Group Courses!

Upcoming Events

Sat, Jun 21
Arri Mixology & Karaoke Celebration
Flint
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Jun 21, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Flint, 524 Buckham Alley, Flint, MI 48502, USA
Private Event - Arri guest only
Mon, Jun 23
Bartending 101 June 23-27 Evening Course
Flint
RSVP
Jun 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – Jun 27, 2025, 10:00 PM
Flint, 524 Buckham Alley, Flint, MI 48502, USA
This course meets Monday through Friday 6pm to 10pm
Wed, Jun 25
Supporting Black Owned Business -Drinks of Essence
Flint
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Jun 25, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Flint, 524 Buckham Alley, Flint, MI 48502, USA
Join us as we Support Black Owned Business -Drinks of Essence bartending school and mobile events rentals.
Wed, Jun 25
Suprise Party for Mona - SHHHHHHHHHHHH -DONT TELL!!!
Flint
RSVP
Jun 25, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Flint, 524 Buckham Alley, Flint, MI 48502, USA
Mixology 2 cocktails- Bring a friend
Multiple Dates
Mon, Jul 14
ServSafe Alcohol ONLY
Flint
RSVP
Jul 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Flint, 524 Buckham Alley, Flint, MI 48502, USA
This course is ServSafe only. If you have taken or are scheduled to take our Bartending 101 course you do not need this course. Alcohol Safety Course only
Multiple Dates
Mon, Jul 14
ServSafe Alcohol ONLY - REFRESHER - 2hr
Flint
RSVP
Jul 14, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Flint, 524 Buckham Alley, Flint, MI 48502, USA
This course is ServSafe only. If you have taken or are scheduled to take our Bartending 101 course you do not need this course. This course is a refresher course if your current ServSafe Alcohol has expired or going to expire soon. Alcohol Safety Course only
Fri, Jul 25
Bartending 101 July 25-27 Accelerated
Drinks of Essence Bartending School
RSVP
Jul 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – Jul 27, 2025, 4:00 PM
Drinks of Essence Bartending School, 524 Buckham Alley, Flint, MI 48502, USA
Weekend class - Friday 12noon to 5, Sat & Sun 9am to 5pm
Fri, Sep 05
Bartending 101 September 5-7
Flint
RSVP
Sep 05, 2025, 12:00 PM – Sep 07, 2025, 5:00 PM
Flint, 524 Buckham Alley, Flint, MI 48502, USA
This course meets Friday 12 noon to 5pm, Saturday & Sunday 9am-5pm.
Mon, Sep 15
Bartending 101 September 15-19 Evening Course
Flint
RSVP
Sep 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – Sep 19, 2025, 10:00 PM
Flint, 524 Buckham Alley, Flint, MI 48502, USA
This course meets Monday through Friday 6pm to 10pm
Sat, Sep 27
Jasmine Mixology Party- PRIVATE EVENT
Flint
RSVP
Sep 27, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Flint, 524 Buckham Alley, Flint, MI 48502, USA
PRIVATE EVENT - ONLY GUEST OF HOST CAN PURCHASE