The Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience in Bristol promises an evening of intrigue and personalized drinks. Participants smuggle in their own alcohol, which skilled mixologists transform into custom cocktails. They’ll interact with characters like the stern Warden and cunning inmate Cassidy while completing secret missions. This prison-themed adventure offers a unique opportunity to enjoy creativity and suspense, but there’s more to discover about what makes it truly one-of-a-kind.
Key Points
- Alcotraz is an immersive, prison-themed cocktail bar in Bristol where guests must smuggle in their own alcohol and engage in secret missions to craft personalized cocktails.
- Guests can bring unopened, sealed alcohol bottles and participate in creative smuggling attempts to enjoy four personalized cocktails made with their contraband.
- The experience features a cast of compelling characters, including the Warden and Guards, who interact with guests and heighten the drama and suspense of the visit.
- The personalized cocktail menu includes innovative drinks made with liqueurs, bitters, and homemade syrups, all within a movie-like prison set.
- Participants must be at least 18 years old, arrive on time, and follow the guidelines to ensure a smooth and engaging visit at Alcotraz.
Alcotraz Prison Experience
The Alcotraz Prison Experience transports guests into an immersive, prison-themed cocktail bar where they must smuggle in their own alcohol and craft bespoke cocktails past the watchful eye of the Warden and his Guards.
Guests must smuggle in their own alcohol and craft bespoke cocktails past the watchful eye of the Warden and his Guards.
Participants engage with costumed characters, complete secret missions, and employ creative smuggling tactics to enjoy four personalized cocktails made with their smuggled liquor.
The experience takes place in a movie-like prison set complete with a prison radio and themed areas like the Warden’s office and laundry room.
Guests can even don orange jumpsuits for full immersion in this 105-minute, 5-star rated adventure.
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Smuggling Alcohol and Cocktail Crafting
To participate in the Alcotraz Prison Experience, guests must smuggle in their own unopened, sealed alcohol bottles.
Once inside, the real fun begins. Guests can engage in secret missions and creative smuggling attempts, all while interacting with the warden, guards, and an inmate named Cassidy.
Afterward, they can:
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Enjoy 4 personalized cocktails made with their smuggled liquor.
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Savor the cocktails crafted with liqueurs, bitters, and homemade syrups.
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Immerse themselves in the movie-like prison set complete with a prison radio and actors.
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Capture themed photos behind bars.
Immersive Characters and Missions
As guests enter the immersive world of Alcotraz, they encounter a cast of compelling characters who draw them into the experience.
The Warden, a domineering presence, barks orders and scrutinizes visitors. Guards patrol the premises, ready to pounce on any rule-breakers.
Inmate Cassidy, a charismatic convict, engages guests in secret missions, coaching them on creative smuggling attempts. Participants must adopt an American accent and interact with these characters, playing along with the prison theme to fully immerse themselves.
The interactive encounters heighten the sense of drama and suspense, heightening the overall experience.
Personalized Cocktail Menu
After navigating the harrowing obstacles and seeing the prison’s atmosphere, guests at Alcotraz Bristol are rewarded with a personalized cocktail menu tailored to their smuggled liquor.
The menu features:
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Four personalized cocktails crafted with your’ contraband.
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Cocktails made with innovative liqueurs, bitters, and homemade syrups.
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A movie-like prison set complete with a prison radio and actors.
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The opportunity to personalize drinks and savor the full immersive experience.
This unique cocktail experience perfectly complements the overall Alcotraz prison-themed adventure, allowing guests to indulge in their smuggled libations while fully embracing the captivating atmosphere.
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Guests at Alcotraz Bristol are immersed in the prison’s gritty atmosphere, with themed areas like the warden’s office and laundry room transporting them behind bars.
Participants are encouraged to don orange jumpsuits, fully committing to the experience. This costuming adds to the realism, allowing guests to capture memorable photos behind the bars.
The set design is movie-like, complete with a prison radio, adding to the immersive experience. Attention to detail is paramount, ensuring guests feel as if they’ve been transported to a maximum-security facility for an evening of illicit cocktail-making and secret missions.
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Important Participant Details
What key details must participants be aware of when attending the Alcotraz Bristol immersive prison cocktail experience?
First, all participants must be at least 18 years old.
Second, guests are required to bring unopened, sealed alcohol bottles to smuggle into the prison.
Third, latecomers (more than 20 minutes) won’t be permitted entry.
Finally, while bookings through Get Your Guide are convenient, the experience isn’t officially confirmed until Alcotraz sends the official tickets.
Following these important guidelines will ensure a smooth and engaging visit to this unique cocktail adventure behind bars.
Booking and Arrival Information
To secure their spot at the Alcotraz Bristol experience, guests can book through the Get Your Guide platform.
However, booking through GYG isn’t confirmed until Alcotraz sends official tickets. Participants must be 18 or older and bring unopened, sealed alcohol bottles.
Booking through GYG isn’t confirmed until Alcotraz sends official tickets. Participants must be 18+ and bring unopened, sealed alcohol bottles.
Late arrivals more than 20 minutes won’t be allowed entry. The experience lasts 105 minutes and costs from $63.37 per person.
Alcotraz offers free cancellation up to 2 days in advance for a full refund. The experience is wheelchair accessible, ensuring accessibility for all guests.
Reviews and Ratings
According to reviews, Alcotraz Bristol has received an overall rating of 5/5 based on 2 reviews.
Participants have praised the immersive experience, with one reviewer describing it as "a thrilling and unforgettable adventure."
Another noted the attention to detail, stating that the "prison set and actors really make you feel like you’re in a movie."
The experience offers:
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Personalized cocktails crafted with smuggled liquor
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Engaging interactions with characters like the Warden and Guards
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Themed photo opportunities behind bars
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The option to adopt an American accent for full immersion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Bring My Own Alcohol to the Event?
Yes, participants can bring their own unopened, sealed alcohol bottles to the event. This allows them to create personalized cocktails during the immersive prison-themed experience.
How Long Does the Experience Last?
The Alcotraz experience lasts 105 minutes. Participants can bring their own unopened, sealed alcohol bottles to create personalized cocktails as part of the immersive prison-themed event.
Is There a Dress Code for the Event?
There is a dress code for the event. Participants are expected to dress in orange jumpsuits to fully enjoy the prison-themed experience and capture themed photos behind bars.
What if I Arrive Late to the Event?
If guests arrive more than 20 minutes late, they won’t be allowed to enter the event. Late arrivals disrupt the immersive experience, so punctuality is key to fully enjoy Alcotraz’s prison-themed cocktail bar.
Can I Get a Refund if I Cancel My Booking?
You can get a full refund if you cancel your booking up to 2 days in advance. However, late arrivals over 20 minutes won’t be allowed entry, so it’s important to arrive on time to avoid missing out.
The Sum Up
The Alcotraz Prison Cocktail Experience offers an immersive and thrilling night out in Bristol. Participants smuggle in their own alcohol, which is transformed into custom cocktails by skilled mixologists. With engaging characters, secret missions, and a cinematic prison backdrop, this interactive adventure promises an unforgettable evening for those aged 18 and over. It’s a unique opportunity to indulge in personalized drinks and creative entertainment.
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