Academy of Wine & Spirits
| Duration: | Classroom: 7 hours. Online: 7 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 beer 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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Best practices for storing, handling, and serving beer to ensure peak quality
Understanding and maintaining draft systems and proper cleaning protocols
Selecting the right glassware for each beer style
Correct techniques for serving bottled and draft beer
Purchasing and receiving beer with an eye for quality and freshness
Responsible alcohol service fundamentals
Deep dive into global beer styles and how to identify them
Understanding style parameters: ABV, SRM, IBU, and fermentation type
Developing fluency in classic and modern beer categories
How to professionally taste and evaluate beer using all your senses
Recognizing key flavor compounds and identifying off-flavors
Understanding how ingredients and brewing techniques influence aroma, mouthfeel, and finish
Learn how malt, hops, water, and yeast shape every pint
Overview of the brewing process—from mash to maturation
Gain insight into traditional methods and modern innovations
Core principles of pairing beer with food
Matching by contrast, complement, or intensity
Classic pairings and modern culinary applications
Prepare your palate for a deep dive into the world of beer. Throughout this immersive 7-hour training, you'll taste and analyze 24 carefully selected beers—each chosen to showcase the breadth, complexity, and global diversity of beer styles, ingredients, and brewing techniques.
You’ll explore:
German Helles, Pilsner, and Dunkel
Belgian Dubbel, Tripel, and Witbier
British Bitter, Porter, and Stout
Czech Lager and Baltic Porter
American IPA (West Coast, Hazy, and Session)
Barrel-aged or wood-influenced beers
Fruited and adjunct ales
Coffee or dessert stouts
Side-by-side comparisons of beers highlighting grain expression vs. hop intensity
Understanding balance, bitterness, sweetness, and body
Beers with expressive yeast profiles: Saison, Farmhouse Ale, and Hefeweizen
Exploring the difference between top and bottom fermentation
A controlled sampling of common beer faults such as diacetyl, lightstruck, and oxidation
Learn how to identify and describe them using a professional tasting grid
Each sample is paired with a structured tasting exercise, helping you develop the ability to evaluate beer professionally, build your sensory vocabulary, and understand what makes each brew truly unique.
This course is crafted for hospitality professionals, beverage specialists, brewers, and serious beer enthusiasts who want to elevate their beer knowledge to a professional level.
Ideal for:
Bartenders, servers, and sommeliers looking to expand their beverage repertoire
Retail staff and buyers curating diverse beer selections
Brewers and brewery staff wanting deeper insight into beer styles, service, and sensory analysis
Chefs and culinary professionals exploring beer and food pairing
Serious beer lovers ready to turn passion into expertise
No brewing experience required—just a curiosity for craft, a clean palate, and a thirst for knowledge. Whether you're behind the bar, stocking the shelves, or leading a tasting, this course gives you the tools to serve, describe, and celebrate beer like a pro.
The exam takes place in the last session of the course. The exam consists of 30 multiple choice questions to be completed in 45 minutes. To pass you must correctly answer 70% of the questions.
Upon successful completion of the course and final tasting evaluation, participants will receive a Beer Sommelier Certificate, recognizing their achievement in advanced beer knowledge, service, and sensory analysis.
This certification demonstrates your ability to:
Understand global beer styles and brewing methods
Serve and store beer to professional standards
Evaluate beer using structured tasting techniques
Identify off-flavors and quality issues
Recommend beer and food pairings with confidence
Whether you're working in hospitality, retail, brewing, or education, this certification is a valuable credential that sets you apart as a true beer professional. It’s more than just a title—it’s your passport to credibility in the global beer community.
Classroom: $295
Online: $195
