{"product_id":"10-16-2026-shake-sip-discover-sango-a-hands-on-african-agave-cocktail-experience","title":"10\/16\/2026 Shake, Sip \u0026 Discover Sango: A Hands-On African Agave Cocktail Experience","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen: \u003c\/strong\u003e October 16th 2026, 6:30pm \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere: \u003c\/strong\u003eGrovestone \u003cspan\u003e2419 Village Green Place, Champaign, IL 61822\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfrica meets agave for a seriously fun night at Grovestone!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eGet ready to shake, mix and sip your way through the fascinating world of agave during this \u003cstrong\u003ehands-on cocktail experience with Lavell Miller\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring \u003cstrong\u003eSango 100% Agave Spirit—a small-batch, handcrafted spirit made with wild African agave.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis isn't your typical cocktail class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eLavell will take you beyond the cocktail glass to explore \u003cstrong\u003eagave on a global scale\u003c\/strong\u003e, including its history, how it's grown and produced, and the story behind African agave and Sango.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYou'll experience two different expressions—\u003cstrong\u003eSango Blanco and Sango Reposado\u003c\/strong\u003e—while learning how each brings its own character to the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAnd then the real fun begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYOU'LL MAKE \u0026amp; ENJOY THREE COCKTAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLASSIC MARGARITA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaster one of the world's most iconic agave cocktails while learning how to create the perfect balance of spirit, citrus and sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTOMMY'S MARGARITA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover the modern Margarita classic and learn how a few simple ingredients can completely change the personality of the drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePALOMA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBright, refreshing and grapefruit-forward, the Paloma showcases an entirely different side of agave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003ehands-on from start to finish\u003c\/strong\u003e. Lavell will guide you step-by-step as you personally craft all three cocktails while learning professional techniques, flavor balancing and cocktail-building fundamentals you can use at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWith more than 15 years of experience in the service and hospitality industry, Lavell has worked across nightlife bars, culturally inspired establishments and prestigious hotel bars. Today, he serves as Regional Director for the first African-imported spirits portfolio in the United States, introducing unique spirits, flavors and cultural stories to the American market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEverything you need for the experience is included: \u003c\/strong\u003espirits, cocktail ingredients, hands-on instruction, and printed recipes and instructions to take home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCome with friends, make it a date night, or come on your own. No bartending experience is necessary, just come ready to learn, shake and have a great time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree cocktails. Two expressions of African agave. One seriously fun night at Grovestone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBONUS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arrive early and explore Grovestone! Bread will be provided so you can sample our extra virgin olive oils, balsamics and bread dipping seasonings. Each guest will also receive \u003cstrong\u003e20% off olive oils \u0026amp; balsamics\u003c\/strong\u003e during the event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCancellation Policy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThere are no refunds. To receive credit toward a future class, a one-week notice is required and a $10 processing fee applies. Requests must be emailed to \u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:loui@grovestone.com\"\u003eloui@grovestone.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCancellation Policy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCancellation Policy: There are no refunds! To receive credit for a future class, a one-week notice is required with a $10 processing fee. 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Please be aware that our food may contain or come into contact with common allergens, such as dairy, eggs, wheat, soybeans, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish or wheat. While we take steps to minimize risk and safely handle the foods that contain potential allergens, please be advised that cross contamination may occur, as factors beyond our reasonable control may alter the formulations of the food we serve, or manufacturers may change their formulations without our knowledge.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recipes provided to Participant during the course of the cocktail class are the property of Grovestone. Grovestone retains all rights to the recipes. Participant agrees the recipes are only for Participant’s personal non-commercial use and may not be sold, transferred or disseminated to other without the written consent of Grovestone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticipant grants Grovestone permission to take photographs and\/or video recordings for use on Grovestone’s websites, social media sites (including but not limited to Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, LinkedIn, etc.) and in publications, promotional fliers, educational materials, derivative works. Participant acknowledges these photographs and\/or video recordings may be accessible on the internet. Participant also waives any right to compensation arising from the use of photographs and\/or video recordings. Participant releases Grovestone from any and all claims, demands, rights, promises, damages, and liabilities arising out of or in connection with the use or distribution of any photograph or recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMenus are subject to change.  Chefs are subject to change.  Classes are subject to cancellation or rescheduling.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Grovestone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44928298319961,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1084\/1812\/files\/HANDS.png?v=1789635238","url":"https:\/\/grovestone.com\/products\/10-16-2026-shake-sip-discover-sango-a-hands-on-african-agave-cocktail-experience","provider":"Grovestone","version":"1.0","type":"link"}