NORTH FORT MYERS, Fla. - s4story -- MetroLagoons is raising the bar on cocktail hour with its Behind the Bottle events, a monthly mixology series inviting guests to shake, stir and sip their way through the art of craft cocktails.

In a new partnership with Tampa Bay Mixology, Behind the Bottle will bring hands-on, expert-led mixology experiences to MetroLagoons' locations across the greater Tampa and Southwest Florida regions. The series will take place September through February with each month spotlighting a different liquor, including:

• September: Patrón Tequila
• October: Bacardí Rum
• November: Grey Goose Vodka
• December: Angel's Envy Bourbon
• January: St-Germain, Martini Champagne and Bénédictine Liqueurs
• February: Bombay Sapphire Gin

With a passion for creative cocktails and memorable gatherings, expert mixologists from Tampa Bay Mixology will lead guests through each month's featured spirit, highlighting insider tips and tricks while guiding guests in how to craft the perfect cocktail from start to finish.

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"We are so excited to partner with MetroLagoons and bring Behind the Bottle to guests across Tampa and Southwest Florida," said Emma Nichter, director of operations at Tampa Bay Mixology. "This series is all about getting hands-on with the experts, having fun and really digging into what makes each spirit unique. We can't wait to help guests sharpen their skills, try something new and fall even more in love with their favorite cocktails."

During the Behind the Bottle events, guests can also enjoy a specialty menu featuring shareable options, including a pretzel charcuterie board, Mediterranean board and slider flights for $22 each. For dessert, choices include a donut flight, deconstructed s'mores and churro dip flight, each available for $14.

Tickets for each event are $50, and guests must be 21+ and present a valid photo ID for entry. Reservations are required, and space is limited. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and mixology starts at 7 p.m.

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The Behind the Bottle series will take place at the following MetroLagoons locations and dates:

• Mirada Lagoon, located at 31461 Mirada Blvd. in San Antonio, will host its events on Sept. 4, Oct. 2, Nov. 6, Dec. 4, Jan. 7 and Feb. 5.
• Epperson Lagoon, located at 31885 Overpass Road in Wesley Chapel, will host its events on Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13, Dec. 11, Jan. 8 and Feb. 12.
• Southshore Bay Lagoon, located at 16881 Lagoon Shore Blvd. in Wimauma, will host its events on Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20, Dec. 18, Jan. 15 and Feb. 19.
• Brightwater Lagoon, located at 8630 Sunny Page Lane in North Fort Myers, will host its events on Sept. 25, Oct. 23, Nov. 27, Dec. 19, Jan. 22 and Feb. 26.

To purchase tickets or to learn more, visit MetroLagoons.com/Behind-The-Bottle (https://www.metrolagoons.com/behind-the-bottle).