Academy of Wine & Spirits
| Duration: | Classroom: 6 hours. Online ZOOM: 6 hours. |
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| Includes: | What's Included with Your Course At the Academy of Wine & Spirits, every course is designed to deliver a modern, professional learning experience with secure digital resources and internationally recognized credentials that remain with you for life. Classroom Experience Experience hands-on learning with an expert educator and receive: 12 professionally selected gin samples (where applicable) Comprehensive digital course textbook Interactive classroom instruction Online examination Lifetime Verified Digital Certificate Lifetime Verified Digital Badge Instant online credential verification Secure cloud-based access to your credentials for life Certificates and badges can be downloaded, printed, and shared at any time Online Experience Study from anywhere in the world through our flexible learning options: Self-paced Online Learning Platform or Live Instructor-Led Zoom Classes Comprehensive digital course textbook Online examination Lifetime Verified Digital Certificate Lifetime Verified Digital Badge Instant online credential verification Secure lifetime access to your credentials Download, print, and share your achievements whenever you choose Share Your Achievement with Confidence Your verified credentials are designed to showcase your professional accomplishments wherever your career takes you. Share your achievement instantly across: X (Twitter) Your CV or Résumé Email Signatures Professional Portfolios Company Websites Whether you're applying for a new position, seeking a promotion, building your professional profile, or demonstrating your expertise to clients, your credentials are always available, always verifiable, and always ready to share. Upgrade to the Premium Certification Pack Want the complete Academy of Wine & Spirits experience? During checkout, simply select the Premium Certification Pack, which includes: Official printed course booklet Premium printed certificate Academy of Wine & Spirits lapel pin Simply tick the option before completing your booking, and we'll prepare your premium package for you. Learn Digitally. Achieve Globally. All Academy of Wine & Spirits course materials are delivered digitally, providing immediate access from virtually any computer, tablet, or smartphone. This modern approach allows you to study anytime, anywhere, while reducing paper waste and ensuring your learning materials are always at your fingertips. Your verified digital certificate and badge are securely stored online for life, allowing you to access, verify, download, print, and share your professional credentials whenever you need them—today, tomorrow, or years into your career. |
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Explore gin’s fascinating journey through time—from its herbal, medicinal roots in Europe to its modern rebirth as the bartender’s favorite botanical spirit.
Understand the base alcohol: what it's made from, how it's fermented, and how raw material choices (grain, grape, molasses, etc.) influence aroma, texture, and neutrality in the final gin.
Unpack the different production approaches:
Pot distillation
Column distillation
Vapor infusion
Vacuum distillation
Learn how each method affects botanical expression, purity, and complexity.
Deep dive into juniper and beyond—citrus, spice, floral, herbal, earthy, and exotic botanicals. Discover how maceration, steeping, layering, and dosage timing impact flavor.
Explore the art of dilution, resting, chill-filtration, and bottle proofing. Learn how final tweaks affect mouthfeel, clarity, and stability.
Identify and compare classic and contemporary styles:
London Dry
Distilled Gin
Plymouth
Old Tom
Navy Strength
New Western / Botanical-led
Barrel-Aged & Flavored Gin
Including global interpretations from the UK, US, Japan, Scandinavia, and beyond.
Master presentation: tonic selection, garnishes, ideal glassware, and temperature. Explore gin’s role in iconic cocktails like the Martini, Negroni, and Tom Collins, plus modern signature serves.
This is more than a G&T crash course. Explore 12 hand-picked gins that reveal the full spectrum of styles, botanicals, and distillation techniques that define the modern gin world. From bone-dry classics to bold new-school botanicals, this lineup is designed to educate your palate and elevate your gin IQ.
Bartenders, spirits reps, mixologists, retail staff, and anyone who thinks gin is more than just “something with tonic.” Whether you're just starting your journey or already shaking up martinis, this course is for those who want to understand gin from root to glass—from juniper basics to barrel-aged complexity. No prior knowledge required—just curiosity, a love for botanicals, and a thirst for real insight.
The exam takes place in the last session of the course. The exam consists of 30 multiple choice questions to be completed in 60 minutes. To pass you must correctly answer 70% of the questions.
Certified Gin Ambassador™
This qualification is BIIAB regulated.
Classroom: $295
Online: $195
Certified Whisky Ambassador™, This qualification is BIIAB regulated.
