| Duration: | Classroom: 24 hours. Online ZOOM: 24 hours. Online Selfstudy: Led by an Online Educator with 12-month access. The program includes 24 hours of total learning, with 18 hours of live, guided instruction and 6 hours of structured self-study. Your self-paced hours include videos, quizzes, and short assignments—all of which will be reviewed and graded as part of your assessment. |
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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: 24 professionally selected spirits 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 store 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 wine 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.d 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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Advanced Spirits Knowledge
Deepen your understanding of global spirits with a focus on production methods, regional styles, and industry standards. From single malt whisky to agricole rum and artisanal mezcal—learn what sets them apart.
Distillation Science & Technique
Explore advanced concepts in fermentation, distillation, and maturation. Understand how still types, yeast, barrel ageing, and climate impact the final product.
Geographical Indications & Regulations
Unpack legal classifications like Scotch, Cognac, Bourbon, and GI-protected rums. Learn what’s regulated, what’s marketing, and what matters to quality and authenticity.
Professional Tasting & Sensory Evaluation
Master structured spirit assessment using the AWS tasting method. Identify faults, analyze complexity, and describe style with confidence and precision.
Spirits in Culture & Commerce
Understand the cultural heritage behind each spirit and how it influences global markets, branding, and customer perception.
Sales, Education & Storytelling
Develop the ability to confidently recommend, sell, and talk about spirits in a way that engages both guests and colleagues.
Mixology Principles & Advanced Cocktails
Analyze cocktail construction and the role of spirits in modern and classic recipes. Understand how to build and balance at a professional level.
Experience a guided tasting of 30+ spirits, selected to showcase category diversity and production complexity—paired with curated tasting bites.
Certified Level 1 graduates ready to elevate their expertise.
Hospitality professionals in leadership roles or beverage buying positions.
Spirits educators, distributors, and serious enthusiasts seeking global recognition.
Anyone pursuing a career as a Spirits Specialist, Consultant, or Brand Ambassador.
Classroom: $795
Online: $495
Group training packages available.
AWS CERTIFIED SPIRIT EDUCATOR™, internationally accredited and UK-certified via CPD.
