Kenya Mixology School™
An Affiliate of Kenya Coffee School™ and Barista Mtaani™
Inspiring Global Bartending Excellence – In Partnership with the International Bartenders Association (IBA)
Introduction
Kenya Mixology School™ (KMS) is a premier centre for professional bartending and beverage innovation in East Africa.
As an affiliate of Kenya Coffee School™ and Barista Mtaani™, KMS bridges the world of coffee and cocktails — training the next generation of bartenders, mixologists, and beverage entrepreneurs to meet International Bartenders Association (IBA) standards.
Founded with a vision to professionalize mixology across Africa, Kenya Mixology School™ blends global hospitality excellence, local creativity, and sustainable business skills into a dynamic learning experience.
Our Global Inspiration – The IBA Standard
The International Bartenders Association (IBA), founded in 1951, is the world’s leading authority for professional bartending.
KMS is proud to align its training and certification framework with IBA standards — ensuring that our graduates meet international competency benchmarks recognized by hotels, resorts, airlines, and beverage brands worldwide.
IBA’s global objectives directly reflect the KMS mission:
- 🏅 Promote bartending as a professional career.
- 🍸 Standardize global cocktail recipes and service techniques.
- 🌍 Encourage innovation and sustainable practices.
- 🤝 Create a global community of professional bartenders.
By adopting IBA’s education and cocktail standards, Kenya Mixology School™ ensures every graduate represents the best of Kenyan creativity on the world stage.
Why Kenya Mixology School™?
Kenya Mixology School™ isn’t just another hospitality institute — it’s a movement redefining beverage culture in Kenya and beyond.
Our model fuses barista-level precision, coffee-based mixology, and IBA-standard bartending, creating a new generation of beverage professionals who can thrive globally.
Highlights include:
- ☕ Coffee-Infused Mixology — pioneered with Kenya Coffee School™.
- 🌿 Sustainable Bar Practices — waste-free garnishes, local ingredients, green bar designs.
- 💡 Entrepreneurship & Mobile Bars — taught through the Barista Mtaani™ youth empowerment platform.
- 🌐 Digital Certification — ISO-aligned and verifiable globally.
- 🎓 IBA-Aligned Curriculum — ensuring international employability and recognition.
Programmes Offered
| Programme | Duration | Award Title | Key Competencies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate in Mixology & Bartending | 4 Weeks | Certified Mixology Associate (CMA) | Basic bartending, classic cocktails, bar setup & hygiene |
| Advanced Diploma in Mixology & Bar Management | 8 Weeks | Advanced Bartending Professional (ABP) | Molecular mixology, coffee cocktails, cost control, menu design |
| Master Mixologist Programme | 12 Weeks + Apprenticeship | Master Mixologist (MM) | Signature drink creation, entrepreneurship, ISO-aligned sustainability |
Each course blends theory, practical sessions, and professional simulations — ensuring graduates are job-ready and globally competitive.
IBA Recognition and Career Pathways
KMS graduates are equipped with IBA-standard bartending skills, recognized globally across hospitality networks, including:
- International hotel chains and resorts
- Airlines and cruise lines
- Luxury bars and restaurants
- Beverage brand representation and training roles
- Mobile bar entrepreneurship through Barista Mtaani™
The school’s alignment with IBA standards ensures that Kenya’s mixologists can compete — and win — at global stages like the World Cocktail Championship (WCC) and other international contests.
Affiliation with Kenya Coffee School™ and Barista Mtaani™
Kenya Mixology School™ draws its roots and strength from:
- Kenya Coffee School™ – Africa’s top coffee education institution, bringing coffee expertise into the art of cocktails.
- Barista Mtaani™ – a youth-driven social enterprise offering mobile bar and street café empowerment opportunities.
Together, the three institutions form a powerful ecosystem of training, certification, and youth employment, driving Kenya’s beverage innovation to global heights.
Accreditation and ISO Alignment
Kenya Mixology School™ operates under the Kenya Coffee School Quality and Standards Framework, aligning with:
- ISO 17024 (Personnel Certification) for skill validation
- ISO 9001 (Quality Management) for training excellence
- IBA Educational Framework for bartending and mixology standards
All graduates receive verifiable digital certificates and badges, compatible with LinkedIn, WhatsApp, and global professional networks.
Sustainability and Local Creativity
True to Kenya’s heritage, KMS encourages learners to use local ingredients and spirits — from Kenyan coffee and honey to indigenous fruits and herbs — creating unique cocktails that tell Kenyan stories.
Through its Zero Waste Bar initiative, the school trains learners to minimize waste and champion eco-conscious mixology — embodying the future of responsible hospitality.
Join the Movement – Enrollment Open
📍 Campuses:
- Thika Town – Opposite Thika Gateway Plaza
- Ridgeways, Kiambu Road – 7 km from Nairobi CBD
⏰ Duration:
- Certificate: 4 Weeks
- Advanced Diploma: 8 Weeks
- Master Mixologist: 12 Weeks + Internship
💰 Fees:
- Certificate – KES 30,000
- Diploma – KES 45,000
- Master Mixologist – KES 65,000
📞 Contacts:
0707 503 647 | 0704 375 390
🌐https://kenyamixologyschool.wordpress.com
📧 info@kenyacoffeeschool.co.ke
Conclusion
Kenya Mixology School™, in partnership with Kenya Coffee School™ and Barista Mtaani™, is shaping the next generation of globally certified beverage professionals.
By aligning with the International Bartenders Association (IBA) and integrating Kenyan culture, coffee, and sustainability, KMS stands as Africa’s gateway to world-class mixology education.
“From Coffee to Cocktails – Kenya Mixology School™ blends culture, craft, and career.”