Liverpool: Drag Queen Cocktail Masterclass at FunnyBoyz

The main attraction here is the mix of cocktail making and drag comedy. At FunnyBoyz in Liverpool, a drag queen host takes you behind the bar, shows you how to shake, muddle, and stir, then turns the class into a party. The format suits birthdays, hen parties, and other special occasions especially well.

I like two things in particular. First, the winning cocktail is served as a full drink to everyone, so your $60 covers more than a short demonstration. Second, the class stays indoors in FunnyBoyz’s VIP Drag Bar, with a photo booth and dance area close by. The main point to consider is that this is a lively group activity, not a quiet, serious bartending lesson.

Key points

• Three cocktails to taste: You sample three shot-size drinks, then vote for the one the group likes best.
• One full winning cocktail: Everyone receives a full glass of the chosen drink after the tasting.
• Drag queen host: Resident queen Crystal Meff has hosted the class, with comedy and crowd work built into the hour.
• Special occasion focus: Birthday people, brides, and other guests of honor can help make and serve the drinks.
• VIP Drag Bar setting: The class includes access to a photo booth and dance area upstairs from FunnyBoyz.
• Flexible booking: You can cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund and reserve without paying right away.

Cocktail comedy behind the bar

This is not a standard mixology class with a stern instructor and a row of measuring jiggers. The drag queen host is part bartender, part comedian, and part master of ceremonies. You learn the basic actions of cocktail making while the room stays social and playful.

The class lasts 60 minutes. That is long enough to make the tasting feel like a real activity, but short enough to fit into a wider Liverpool night out. I would treat it as one lively part of an evening rather than the only event of the day.

The special occasion person usually gets the starring role. The birthday person, bride, or another guest of honor is taken behind the bar with the host and shown how to make the drinks. If that person feels shy, another member of the group can take over.

That detail matters. A hen party or birthday group can take part without forcing the guest of honor into the spotlight. You still get the fun of seeing someone from your group mix the drinks, but the format allows a little room for nerves.

Three tastes, one winning cocktail

The drinks are made in three different styles, though the specific cocktail names are not given in advance. The selected participant mixes and serves them, and everyone receives a small shot-size sample of each one.

The tasting gives the hour a simple structure. Make a drink, try it, compare it, and cast your vote. You are not expected to be a cocktail expert, and the voting adds a bit of friendly competition without making the class feel like an exam.

After the votes are counted, the winning cocktail is served as a full glass to everyone in the group. Bar staff prepare these full drinks to keep the service moving, rather than making each one from scratch during the final part of the class.

You also receive the three shot-size samples made during the class. So the package includes three small tastes and one full cocktail per person. The full glass is important when judging the price, since you are paying for a hosted activity as well as several drinks.

Why the $60 price can make sense

At $60 per person, this is not the cheapest way to have one cocktail in Liverpool. It makes better sense if you want an organized event with entertainment, drinks, and a private-feeling lounge setting in one booking.

The value comes from the bundle. You receive the 60-minute class, the drag queen host, three small cocktail samples, one full winning cocktail, and VIP Lounge access. The drinks alone do not explain the full price, but the hosted performance and group activity help fill out the package.

I would compare it with the cost of arranging separate drinks and entertainment for a birthday or hen party. Here, the main event is already planned. You do not need to find a bar, organize a tasting, or decide what happens between rounds.

There is also a practical benefit for a rainy Liverpool day. The class takes place upstairs from FunnyBoyz, so you can stay inside rather than move between venues. Liverpool weather is not always kind to carefully planned party outfits, and avoiding an outdoor transfer can be a real help.

The price works best for groups that want to celebrate together. If you only want to learn serious cocktail technique, you may find the comedy and audience participation take up more time than the actual instruction. If you want a fun hour with drinks and a host who keeps the group involved, the cost is easier to justify.

Crystal Meff and the host-led format

One named host connected with the class is Crystal Meff, a resident queen who has also appeared in the cabaret program at FunnyBoyz. A recent booking described her as a particularly welcoming and funny host, with good energy throughout the night.

That gives you a useful clue about the tone. The class is designed to include the whole group, not just the person behind the bar. You should expect jokes, encouragement, and direct interaction rather than a one-way demonstration.

The host also helps remove the pressure from cocktail making. You do not need to know the difference between muddling and stirring before you arrive. The point is to try the techniques, make something drinkable, and enjoy the spectacle when the drinks are tasted.

The comedy element may be the strongest part for some groups. FunnyBoyz also hosts a cabaret show, and one recent booking paired the cocktail class with a cabaret described as full of laughs. You should check the exact booking details if you want both activities, since the cocktail class itself lasts one hour and the cabaret is a separate part of the venue’s entertainment.

The VIP Drag Bar setting

The class takes place in the VIP Drag Bar, which includes a photo booth and dance area. That makes the room useful before and after the cocktail lesson. You can take photos during the visit rather than trying to arrange a separate photo stop across town.

The included photo opportunity is especially useful for groups marking a birthday or hen weekend. The setting gives you a record of the occasion, and the resident drag queen can be part of the photos. The supplied information describes this as an amazing photoshoot, but the exact number of photos or the way they are delivered is not specified, so I would not expect a formal professional photography package unless confirmed when booking.

The room is also a practical fallback if the weather turns wet. You do not need to leave the FunnyBoyz building to continue the evening, which keeps the group together and protects the timetable.

Do not mistake VIP Lounge access for a separate sightseeing stop. This is a bar and entertainment setting, not a Liverpool history tour. Its value is in giving your group a place to make drinks, take photos, and dance without adding another venue to the plan.

A useful hour-by-hour picture

At the start, the drag queen host introduces the activity and brings the special occasion person, or a willing stand-in, behind the bar. The host then explains how to make the cocktails and guides the participant through the process.

Next comes the tasting stage. Three different cocktails are prepared, and everyone gets a shot-size sample of each one. The small portions let you try all three without turning the first half of the class into a full drinking session.

The group then rates the drinks and chooses a winner. This is where the class becomes most interactive. You are not simply watching a bartender work. You are deciding which drink deserves the final round.

The bar staff then make a full glass of the winning cocktail for each person. That final drink is served to the group, allowing everyone to settle on a favorite without waiting for individual drinks to be prepared one at a time.

The remaining time can include photos and use of the lounge’s dance area. The exact flow may vary with the group, the host, and the venue schedule, but you should expect the central focus to remain the three-drink tasting and the final vote.

Who will enjoy this most

I would recommend this for adults planning a birthday, hen party, or other special occasion. It is also a good fit for a group that wants an activity with a clear start and finish before a meal, cabaret show, or night out.

You will probably enjoy it most if you like being part of the joke. The host may call on people, invite someone behind the bar, and encourage group reactions to the drinks. A very shy group can still take part, since another member can step in for the main participant, but the event is not built around sitting quietly.

The class also suits people who want drinks without having to plan every detail themselves. The cocktail choices, tasting, vote, and final round are already built into the hour.

I would be more cautious about booking it for children, alcohol-free groups, or anyone looking for advanced bartending tuition. The available information describes a cocktail and drag entertainment activity for adults, and it does not promise technical training beyond the basic making of the drinks.

Access, language, and booking flexibility

The activity is wheelchair accessible, and the instruction is in English. That makes the key information straightforward for English-speaking groups, though the host-led comedy may move quickly at times.

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which helps if you are coordinating a larger group and still waiting for final confirmations.

Starting times vary, so check availability before you settle the rest of your Liverpool plans. The one-hour length makes it easy to place before another booking, but you should allow extra time if your group wants to use the photo booth or stay for other entertainment at FunnyBoyz.

The current rating is 4.5 from three reviews, so it is a positive early signal but not a large body of feedback. One verified booking from July 2025 singled out Crystal Meff, the welcoming mood, and the comedy as highlights.

Small drawbacks to keep in mind

The cocktail recipes are not listed, so you cannot choose your drinks in advance. If you have strong preferences, allergies, or dietary concerns, ask FunnyBoyz before booking rather than assuming the available cocktails will suit you.

The class also gives you only one full glass. The three other cocktails are shot-size tastes, not three extra full drinks. That is enough for a tasting format, but anyone expecting four full cocktails may feel the package is less generous than the headline drink count suggests.

The comedy can be a plus or a minus. People who want a calm lesson may find the jokes and crowd interaction distracting. People who want a party activity will likely see those same features as the reason to book.

Finally, the main venue details focus on the VIP Drag Bar rather than Liverpool sights. You are booking a night out, not a tour of the city. Plan it around your other Liverpool activities instead of treating it as a sightseeing experience.

Should you book the FunnyBoyz cocktail class?

Book it if you want a funny, social hour with a drag queen host, three cocktail tastes, one full winning drink, and a lounge where the group can take photos and dance. It is particularly well suited to birthdays and hen parties, with the guest of honor placed at the center without making participation compulsory.

Think twice if your main goal is advanced cocktail training or several full drinks. The instruction is part of the entertainment, and the drinks are designed for tasting and group fun.

For most celebration groups, the strongest reason to book is the combination of structure and silliness. Crystal Meff and the other drag queen hosts provide the show, the group gets involved in making and judging the drinks, and the indoor VIP setting keeps the plan simple when Liverpool weather turns wet.

FAQ

How long does the drag queen cocktail masterclass last?

The class lasts 1 hour.

Where does the experience take place?

It takes place at FunnyBoyz in Liverpool, in the VIP Drag Bar upstairs from the main FunnyBoyz venue.

What drinks are included?

You receive three shot-size cocktails to taste during the class and one full glass of the winning cocktail.

Does everyone get a full cocktail?

Yes. After the group votes for the winning drink, everyone receives a full glass of that cocktail.

Who makes the cocktails?

The birthday person, bride, or another chosen group member is taken behind the bar with the drag queen host to make and serve the drinks. Bar staff prepare the full winning cocktails for the group.

Is a drag queen host included?

Yes. A drag queen host leads the cocktail masterclass. Crystal Meff is one resident queen associated with the experience.

Is VIP Lounge access included?

Yes. The package includes access to the VIP Lounge, including its photo booth and dance area.

Is the activity wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.

Can I cancel or pay later?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve your place and pay later, with no payment required at the time of booking.