Butler in the Buff Cocktail Class in Nottingham
Two hen party classics in one booking — a cheeky butler serving your group, and a proper hands-on cocktail masterclass. Delivered to your Airbnb, hotel suite or house anywhere in Nottingham.
What is a Butler in the Buff cocktail class?
A butler in the buff is exactly what it sounds like — a friendly, well-mannered host in a collar, cuffs, bow tie and apron, and not a great deal else. He greets your guests, serves drinks, runs the games and generally makes the party happen. It’s cheeky rather than crude, and it’s been a hen party staple for years.
On its own, a butler booking is usually an hour or two of drinks service and party games. Pair it with a cocktail masterclass and you get something better: an actual activity for the group, run by a professional mixologist, with the butler hosting alongside.
Most hen parties in Nottingham end up booking these two things separately from two different companies, then trying to make the timings line up. We can do both in one booking, at one location, with one point of contact.
How the package works
- Arrival and welcome drinks. Your butler greets everyone, hands out the welcome cocktail and gets photos out of the way early while everyone’s still doing their hair.
- The cocktail masterclass. Your mixologist takes over — shaking, stirring, muddling, and every guest making their own drinks. The butler serves, clears and keeps things moving.
- Games and the competition. Cocktail-making face-offs, hen party games, prizes for the winner. This is the loud bit.
- Photos and clear-up. Group shots with the butler, then we pack down and leave you to your night.
What’s included
- A butler in the buff hosting and serving throughout
- A professional mixologist running the cocktail class
- All spirits, mixers, syrups and fresh garnishes
- Shakers, bar equipment, glassware and ice
- Hen party games and a cocktail competition
- Full setup and clear-up
- Alcohol-free versions for anyone not drinking
- No travel charge anywhere in Nottingham
Pricing: the cocktail class starts at £35 per person with a minimum of 10 guests. Adding a butler is priced on top and depends on your date and how long you want him for. Send us your details and we’ll come back with one clear number covering both.
Who books this
- Hen parties — far and away the most common booking, usually the Saturday afternoon before a night out
- Big birthdays — 30ths and 40ths where the group wants something with a bit more of an event to it
- Girls’ weekends — no occasion needed
- Divorce and milestone parties — increasingly common, and always a good night
Where we come to in Nottingham
Hen groups in Nottingham usually book an Airbnb in the Lace Market or city centre, or a bigger house out in West Bridgford or Beeston. All of them work fine. We also cover Arnold, Carlton, Mapperley, Sherwood, Wollaton, Clifton, Bulwell and Hucknall with no travel charge.
Check with your accommodation host first if you’re in an Airbnb — it’s very rarely an issue, but worth a message. See all areas we cover →
Butler in the Buff cocktail class FAQs
How much is a Butler in the Buff cocktail class in Nottingham?
The cocktail class element starts at £35 per person with a minimum of 10 guests. The butler is charged on top, based on your date and the length of booking. Ask for a quote and we’ll give you one combined price with nothing hidden.
What does “buff” actually mean — how much do they wear?
Collar, cuffs, bow tie and an apron. It’s cheeky, tasteful and firmly on the right side of the line. Butlers are professional hosts — nothing happens that your group hasn’t asked for.
Can we book the cocktail class without the butler?
Absolutely. Most of our hen party classes are just the class. The butler is an optional extra, not a package you’re locked into.
Is it suitable for a mixed group?
It’s most often booked by all-female hen groups, but mixed groups book it too. Everyone present should know it’s happening — it’s not a good surprise for someone who’d rather it wasn’t.
How far in advance should we book?
Earlier than a standard class. Butler availability on Saturdays between May and September goes quickly, so get your date in as soon as it’s fixed.
Are all guests required to be over 18?
Yes. This booking is strictly 18+ for every guest present, with no exceptions.
Check your date
Tell us your date, group size and where you’re staying and we’ll confirm availability and price the same day.