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AWS Level1 in Mixology
  • Classroom Cost: $295.00

Course Details

Duration:

Classroom: 6 hours
Includes:

What’s Included

Course booklet (digital + optional printed)

Cocktail recipes & templates

Tasting sheets

Hands-on practical session

Certificate

Course Overview

A structured introduction to the world of mixology, designed for beginners and hospitality professionals looking to build confidence behind the bar. This course blends hands-on cocktail making with essential theory, focusing on balance, technique, and service.

Approachable

Professional

Service-driven

Fun + practical

 

Who Is This Course For?

Bartenders (entry level)

Servers & hospitality staff

Restaurant & bar managers

Enthusiasts and home mixologists

Anyone starting a career in beverage

Course Duration

Classroom: 6–8 hours (1 day)

Optional: 2-day version with extended practice

What You Will Learn

1. Introduction to Mixology

What is mixology vs bartending

Role of the modern bartender

Bar etiquette & professionalism

Responsible alcohol service basics

2. Tools of the Trade

Shaker types (Boston, Cobbler)

Bar tools (jigger, strainer, bar spoon, muddler)

Glassware fundamentals

Ice types and their impact

3. Core Ingredients

Spirits overview (vodka, gin, rum, tequila, whisky)

Liqueurs & modifiers

Sweeteners (syrups, sugar)

Citrus & fresh ingredients

Bitters & aromatics

4. Cocktail Structure & Balance

The golden ratio (spirit / sour / sweet)

Understanding balance

Dilution & temperature

Strength vs refreshment

5. Essential Cocktail Techniques

Shaking

Stirring

Building

Muddling

Layering

6. Classic Cocktails (Core Set)

Students learn and prepare key classics:

Daiquiri

Margarita

Old Fashioned

Martini

Mojito

Whiskey Sour

Focus:

Accuracy

Consistency

Speed + service

7. Garnishing & Presentation

Citrus cuts (twist, wedge, wheel)

Visual appeal

Aroma impact

Glass presentation

8. Service & Guest Experience

Taking orders with confidence

Recommending cocktails

Upselling techniques

Speed & efficiency behind the bar

9. Introduction to Cocktail Styles

Sours

Spirit-forward cocktails

Highballs

Aperitif vs digestif

Contemporary cocktails

10. Basic Food & Cocktail Pairing

Sweet vs sour balance

Refreshing vs rich pairings

Simple pairing principles

Tasting & Practical Component

Hands-on preparation of 6–8 cocktails

Guided tasting of styles

Understanding balance through comparison

Assessment

30-question multiple choice exam

Certification

Upon successful completion:
AWS Level 1 in Mixology – Certified Mixology Enthusiast™

Digital Certificate

Optional Printed Certificate & Lapel Pin

CPD Certified (UK)

What’s Included

Course booklet (digital + optional printed)

Cocktail recipes & templates

Tasting sheets

Hands-on practical session

Certificate

Why AWS Mixology?

Built for real bar environments

Combines theory + speed + service

Designed by industry professionals

Immediate application in hospitality

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