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Cocktail History Tour in New Orleans

Discover the history of cocktails in New Orleans on a guided tour. Sip iconic drinks, visit historic bars, and explore the city’s spirited cocktail culture.
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When: 5pm daily

Where: Patrick’s Bar Vin – 730 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA

Extra: We go rain or shine. Total distance of the tour is less than 1 mile (1.6km), so wear your fancy shoes if you want to! Mocktail option for non-drinkers. Must be 21+.

Cancellation Policy: We provide a 100% refund for any cancellation made 24 hours or more prior to a tour. Within 24 hours we do not provide refunds or reschedules, regardless of circumstance. This is not negotiable.

Experience the Cocktail History of New Orleans with Doctor Gumbo Tours

There’s no better place to enjoy a cocktail tour than New Orleans, the city that gave birth to the very idea of the cocktail itself. Join Doctor Gumbo Tours for an immersive journey through the fascinating history of New Orleans cocktails, where every drink tells a story and every bar has a past.

Over the course of this guided cocktail history tour, you’ll step into some of the French Quarter’s most beautiful and historic venues. Along the way, you’ll learn how what could be the world’s first cocktail – the legendary Sazerac – was invented right here in New Orleans, discover the mysterious rise and fall (and rise again!) of absinthe, and explore how New Orleans’ rich culture, trade routes, and colorful characters shaped drinking traditions that spread across the globe.

Your knowledgeable guide will bring history to life with tales of local bartenders, bootleggers, and bon vivants who helped make New Orleans the cocktail capital of the world. At each stop, you’ll enjoy a carefully prepared historic cocktail, crafted by award-winning mixologists who carry on the city’s legacy of innovation and hospitality.

Expect to visit 3–4 unique cocktail bars on this tour, including iconic favorites like Patrick’s Bar Vin, Peychaud’s, and the Bourbon “O” Bar, each offering its own atmosphere and signature drinks. From hidden gems frequented by locals for generations to elegant hotel lounges, you’ll experience a proper spectrum of New Orleans’ cocktail culture.

Whether you’re a cocktail enthusiast, a history buff, or simply looking for a fun and unforgettable way to experience New Orleans, this cocktail history tour blends education, entertainment, and indulgence in perfect measure.

Raise a glass to New Orleans’ cocktail heritage – book your cocktail history tour online today!

Customer Reviews

“This tour was one of the best food tours I have done in years. Our guide, Lindsay, was amazing. she was tons of fun, full of information on the different New Orleans cooking styles and had great recommendations for other stops we should make on our own!”

Alex C. on TripAdvisor

“We were a group of 8 ranging in age from teen to senior. Our tour guide was Lindsay and she was fabulous. She gave us so much history about New Orleans including heritage, culture and food. The food tastings were all yummy. Can’t say enough good things about this tour!”

Mary P. on TripAdvisor

“This tour was so much fun!! You get to spend plenty of time at each place learning about Nola history and the history of cocktails and alcohol in a very laid back and fun environment. Hunter was our guide, and he was fabulous. Very full of energy and so much fun walking around his city with him.”

Rebecca W. on TripAdvisor

“We did the tour with Dr. Gumbo and he was very entertaining and had a great sense of humor. He was so knowledgeable about New Orleans and seemed to know everything about its history. I learned a lot.”

Tamara C. on Yelp

“We we lucky enough to get a private food tour with Ben. First off, the food was all fantastic! You hit all the highlights of New Orleans cuisine, Beignets, Pralines, Mufaletta, Poboy, and Seafood Gumbo along with some other phenomenal dishes. We had a great time! This tour was a highlight of our trip.”

briwrigh on TripAdvisor

“We couldn’t have asked for a better tour or tour guide! Our guide Nate was not only fun but also very informative! The food and beverages along the way were some of the best we had ever had while visiting the city!”

preid1909 on TripAdvisor

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