You survived the holidays; now, on to that resolution to learn something new. Kick off 2012 with the Cointreau Mixology Series, exclusive cocktail-making lessons with one of the city’s top mixologists. You’ll gain the bartending skills needed to host happy hour at home — and enjoy perks worth toasting.

The Drinks
Sipping liquors had their moment (we’re looking at you, Scotch). But these days you can’t throw a bar spoon without hitting a carefully crafted artisanal cocktail. A key ingredient in that equation? Cointreau. In a classic margarita or to add even more class to the classic bubbly, the French liqueur infuses a bittersweet orange flavor that complements, tempers, and balances more biting spirits.

The Offer
When it comes to mixology lessons, Cointreau knows how to roll: swank venues, charming instructors and plenty of sampling. Each class includes an education on two signature Cointreau cocktails — the original margarita and a classic sour cocktail with a modern twist — plus a postlesson reception to enjoy your cocktails with a spread of appetizers. Guests will leave with gift bags full of Cointreau goodies to practice bartending at home.

Photos: Courtesy of Remy Cointreau; Courtesy of The Whiskey; Courtesy of Zapatista