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Host: Dameain

Bridgetown, Barbados

USD
$55-$89 per person

Private mixology class with award-winning mixologist in Barbados

Host offerings
  • Cooking studio
  • Professional cook
  • Pets
  • Vegetarian
  • Alcohol
  • Transportation
  • Cooking class
  • Market visit
  • Food tour

Meet Dameain

Dameain has been voted "Mixologist of the year" in Barbados for two consecutive years! A rummelier and brand ambassador for West Indies Rum Distillery's rums, Dameain is also a TV personality and co-owner of The Barman Bar Services Company. Dameain is excited to share his passion for mixology by offering a master mixology class at the Pelican Bar. His mixology journey began when at the end of his shift at the most popular restaurant in St. Lawrence Gap (Cafe Jungles), he would hang out and help at the bar. His manager saw his interest in the bar and he has since become one of the top bartenders/mixologists in the country. Dameain travels around the world to educate audiences about rum at various spirit festivals and is the person to connect with if you're interested in learning about and appreciating rum!

What to expect

Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.

In-home meal: (6-20 guests) MIXOLOGY CLASS & MEAL: Looking for unforgettable team-building activities in Barbados? Elevate your corporate retreat or group getaway with this hands-on Meal and Mixology Class in Bridgetown, led by your engaging host, Dameain. Perfect for incentive trips, offsite meetings, or corporate celebrations, this interactive culinary experience blends authentic Bajan cuisine with the art of rum mixology. Begin your experience at the Flaming Pelican Bar, where your group will enjoy a traditional Barbadian meal featuring local favorites such as chili chicken, fried billfish, or lamb stew, paired with classic sides like macaroni pie, split pea rice, or breadfruit coucou. Savor your meal with a refreshing non-alcoholic beverage and a sweet local dessert. Next, dive into a 1-hour private mixology class and learn the secrets behind Barbados’ world-famous rum culture. Under Dameain’s expert guidance, discover the heritage of Plantation and Stades Rums before crafting two to three rum-based cocktails, including a classic Barbadian Rum Punch, a Corn ’n’ Oil featuring local falernum, and a creative tropical cocktail infused with island flavors. Add a fun twist with a friendly team cocktail competition — perfect for breaking the ice and building camaraderie. Throughout your experience, enjoy light Bajan bites and stories of local culture and history. Whether you're celebrating company success or rewarding your team, this interactive 2-hour Barbados corporate team-building activity promises connection, creativity, and authentic island fun.

Food tour: (2-15 guests) MIXOLOGY CLASS: Meet your host, Dameain, at the Flaming Pelican Bar for a fun and interactive mixology experience in Bridgetown. Begin your 1-hour personalized cocktail class with a brief history of the rum production and learn about the heritage and production of Plantation and Stades Rums in Barbados.

Next, dive into your master mixology session, where you’ll learn the art of cocktail-making and even take part in a friendly competition. Under Dameain’s expert guidance, craft two to three signature rum-based cocktails, including a traditional Barbadian Rum Punch, Corn ‘n’ Oil, featuring falernum, a local sugarcane liqueur and a creative, contemporary rum cocktail infused with local flavors. Along the way, Dameain will share insights into the history and tasting notes of aged rums, teaching you how to appreciate their unique characteristics. As you shake and sip your creations, enjoy local Bajan bites like fish cakes, samosas, or a sushi platter.

Dameain is available to host on Mondays and Tuesdays from 10 AM to 4:30 PM. If the 1 PM or 3 PM slots don’t work for you, feel free to coordinate a time with him after booking.

Notes:
1. Dameain hosts on Mondays and Tuesdays only.
2. Please note this is a "cocktail-making class", not a food tour as stated in the default template. If you're interested in a meal and mixology class (and you're a minimum of 6 guests), please choose the "Meal only" option when booking.

Languages spoken: English

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
  • Traditional Barbadian Rum Punch (Aged rum, lime juice, Angostura bitters)
  • Corn 'n' Oil (Aged rum, velvet Falernum, Angostura bitters citrus twist)
  • Contemporary rum cocktail accented with Caribbean flavors (what comes to his mind)

Traveler reviews

5.0 (8)
It was a really fun experience! My family and I had a really great time. Dameain was amazing and the drinks were tasty. We highly recommend this activity!
- Ohema December 22, 2025
This was the most amazing experience. Dameain was so fun and knowledgeable, and we just had a great time. I didn't know that the class is a private class, so it's only your group there. The rum was great, which surprised me because I'm not really a rum drinker, but it was absolutely delicious. During the class, now only do you learn about the cocktail making process, but you also make your own cocktails based on your tastes. They were so delicious that I had to write down the ingredients to remake at home! Dameain also taught us how to take the prettiest pictures of our drinks! This is a MUST do on any visit to Barbados.
- Gabby August 12, 2025
We had a really good time. We came ready to learn and mix cocktails and as a couple we helped each other create awesome cocktails!
- Bran June 02, 2025
This had to be one of the best and most interactive experiences I've ever had. Dameain made the whole experience fun, educational, and, of course, tasty. You can tell he takes his craft seriously and has a passion for craft cocktail making and mixology. I would 1000% recommend this activity to anyone visiting Barbados. I booked this for my husband's birthday and he enjoyed it a lot. If you're looking for something to do other than beaches, booked this tour!!
- Joan May 27, 2025
Just over an hour of tips and history. He is very knowledgeable. Got to drink good cocktails to order
- Gerrit April 08, 2025
Our mixology class with Dameain Williams was absolutely phenomenal! From the moment we arrived, Dameain went above and beyond to make the experience both educational and incredibly fun. His passion for mixology was evident in every detail, from the carefully selected ingredients to the fascinating stories behind each cocktail. Not only did we learn how to craft delicious, well-balanced drinks, but Dameain also made sure we understood the techniques and flavors that make each cocktail special. His warm hospitality and engaging personality made the entire experience feel like an intimate gathering with a friend rather than just a class. This was, without a doubt, one of the highlights of our trip to Barbados. If you're looking for an unforgettable mixology experience, look no further. Dameain is truly exceptional. Highly recommend!
- Taylor March 31, 2025
A fun activity in Barbados! This was a wonderful hands-on experience with a very personable mixologist. We learned a lot about how to craft a cocktail to all tastes. It was a grand time!
- ABCWo March 18, 2025
Absolutely amazing - highly recommend!! Dameain was absolutely amazing. Gave us a down to earth simple overview of how to make cocktails. We each made rum punch. The setting was fabulous right on the beach, Would highly recommend!
- 777sushi July 06, 2024
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Dameain

$55-$89 USD

per person
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  • Private experience
Pricing (per person)*
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
In-Home Meal
 Not offered Not offered $89
Food Tour
 Not offered $55 $55
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 4% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
In-Home Meal
 Not offered Not offered $89
Food Tour
 Not offered $55 $55
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 4% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
Experience Timings
 Lunch Dinner
In-Home Meal
 12:00pm-2:00pm 5:00pm-7:00pm
Food Tour
 1:00pm-2:00pm 3:00pm-4:00pm

Meet Dameain

Dameain has been voted "Mixologist of the year" in Barbados for two consecutive years! A rummelier and brand ambassador for West Indies Rum Distillery's rums, Dameain is also a TV personality and co-owner of The Barman Bar Services Company. Dameain is excited to share his passion for mixology by offering a master mixology class at the Pelican Bar. His mixology journey began when at the end of his shift at the most popular restaurant in St. Lawrence Gap (Cafe Jungles), he would hang out and help at the bar. His manager saw his interest in the bar and he has since become one of the top bartenders/mixologists in the country. Dameain travels around the world to educate audiences about rum at various spirit festivals and is the person to connect with if you're interested in learning about and appreciating rum!

What to expect

Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.

In-home meal: (6-20 guests) MIXOLOGY CLASS & MEAL: Looking for unforgettable team-building activities in Barbados? Elevate your corporate retreat or group getaway with this hands-on Meal and Mixology Class in Bridgetown, led by your engaging host, Dameain. Perfect for incentive trips, offsite meetings, or corporate celebrations, this interactive culinary experience blends authentic Bajan cuisine with the art of rum mixology. Begin your experience at the Flaming Pelican Bar, where your group will enjoy a traditional Barbadian meal featuring local favorites such as chili chicken, fried billfish, or lamb stew, paired with classic sides like macaroni pie, split pea rice, or breadfruit coucou. Savor your meal with a refreshing non-alcoholic beverage and a sweet local dessert. Next, dive into a 1-hour private mixology class and learn the secrets behind Barbados’ world-famous rum culture. Under Dameain’s expert guidance, discover the heritage of Plantation and Stades Rums before crafting two to three rum-based cocktails, including a classic Barbadian Rum Punch, a Corn ’n’ Oil featuring local falernum, and a creative tropical cocktail infused with island flavors. Add a fun twist with a friendly team cocktail competition — perfect for breaking the ice and building camaraderie. Throughout your experience, enjoy light Bajan bites and stories of local culture and history. Whether you're celebrating company success or rewarding your team, this interactive 2-hour Barbados corporate team-building activity promises connection, creativity, and authentic island fun.

Food tour: (2-15 guests) MIXOLOGY CLASS: Meet your host, Dameain, at the Flaming Pelican Bar for a fun and interactive mixology experience in Bridgetown. Begin your 1-hour personalized cocktail class with a brief history of the rum production and learn about the heritage and production of Plantation and Stades Rums in Barbados.

Next, dive into your master mixology session, where you’ll learn the art of cocktail-making and even take part in a friendly competition. Under Dameain’s expert guidance, craft two to three signature rum-based cocktails, including a traditional Barbadian Rum Punch, Corn ‘n’ Oil, featuring falernum, a local sugarcane liqueur and a creative, contemporary rum cocktail infused with local flavors. Along the way, Dameain will share insights into the history and tasting notes of aged rums, teaching you how to appreciate their unique characteristics. As you shake and sip your creations, enjoy local Bajan bites like fish cakes, samosas, or a sushi platter.

Dameain is available to host on Mondays and Tuesdays from 10 AM to 4:30 PM. If the 1 PM or 3 PM slots don’t work for you, feel free to coordinate a time with him after booking.

Notes:
1. Dameain hosts on Mondays and Tuesdays only.
2. Please note this is a "cocktail-making class", not a food tour as stated in the default template. If you're interested in a meal and mixology class (and you're a minimum of 6 guests), please choose the "Meal only" option when booking.

Languages spoken: English

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
  • Traditional Barbadian Rum Punch (Aged rum, lime juice, Angostura bitters)
  • Corn 'n' Oil (Aged rum, velvet Falernum, Angostura bitters citrus twist)
  • Contemporary rum cocktail accented with Caribbean flavors (what comes to his mind)

Traveler reviews

5.0 (8)
It was a really fun experience! My family and I had a really great time. Dameain was amazing and the drinks were tasty. We highly recommend this activity!
- Ohema December 22, 2025
This was the most amazing experience. Dameain was so fun and knowledgeable, and we just had a great time. I didn't know that the class is a private class, so it's only your group there. The rum was great, which surprised me because I'm not really a rum drinker, but it was absolutely delicious. During the class, now only do you learn about the cocktail making process, but you also make your own cocktails based on your tastes. They were so delicious that I had to write down the ingredients to remake at home! Dameain also taught us how to take the prettiest pictures of our drinks! This is a MUST do on any visit to Barbados.
- Gabby August 12, 2025
We had a really good time. We came ready to learn and mix cocktails and as a couple we helped each other create awesome cocktails!
- Bran June 02, 2025
This had to be one of the best and most interactive experiences I've ever had. Dameain made the whole experience fun, educational, and, of course, tasty. You can tell he takes his craft seriously and has a passion for craft cocktail making and mixology. I would 1000% recommend this activity to anyone visiting Barbados. I booked this for my husband's birthday and he enjoyed it a lot. If you're looking for something to do other than beaches, booked this tour!!
- Joan May 27, 2025
Just over an hour of tips and history. He is very knowledgeable. Got to drink good cocktails to order
- Gerrit April 08, 2025
Our mixology class with Dameain Williams was absolutely phenomenal! From the moment we arrived, Dameain went above and beyond to make the experience both educational and incredibly fun. His passion for mixology was evident in every detail, from the carefully selected ingredients to the fascinating stories behind each cocktail. Not only did we learn how to craft delicious, well-balanced drinks, but Dameain also made sure we understood the techniques and flavors that make each cocktail special. His warm hospitality and engaging personality made the entire experience feel like an intimate gathering with a friend rather than just a class. This was, without a doubt, one of the highlights of our trip to Barbados. If you're looking for an unforgettable mixology experience, look no further. Dameain is truly exceptional. Highly recommend!
- Taylor March 31, 2025
A fun activity in Barbados! This was a wonderful hands-on experience with a very personable mixologist. We learned a lot about how to craft a cocktail to all tastes. It was a grand time!
- ABCWo March 18, 2025
Absolutely amazing - highly recommend!! Dameain was absolutely amazing. Gave us a down to earth simple overview of how to make cocktails. We each made rum punch. The setting was fabulous right on the beach, Would highly recommend!
- 777sushi July 06, 2024
Read More
Pricing (per person)*
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
In-Home Meal
 Not offered Not offered $89
Food Tour
 Not offered $55 $55
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 4% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
In-Home Meal
 Not offered Not offered $89
Food Tour
 Not offered $55 $55
Alcohol
 $0 per person
*Does not include 4% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
Experience Timings
 Lunch Dinner
In-Home Meal
 12:00pm-2:00pm 5:00pm-7:00pm
Food Tour
 1:00pm-2:00pm 3:00pm-4:00pm
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