Gin Ambassador ™

What's Covered

From Genever to Global Icon

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.

Raw Materials & Fermentation

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.

Distillation Methods & Techniques

Unpack the different production approaches:

Pot distillation

Column distillation

Vapor infusion

Vacuum distillation
Learn how each method affects botanical expression, purity, and complexity.

Botanicals & Botanical Management

Deep dive into juniper and beyond—citrus, spice, floral, herbal, earthy, and exotic botanicals. Discover how maceration, steeping, layering, and dosage timing impact flavor.

Post-Distillation Practices

Explore the art of dilution, resting, chill-filtration, and bottle proofing. Learn how final tweaks affect mouthfeel, clarity, and stability.

Gin Styles & Global Expressions

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.

The Perfect Serve & Cocktail Craft

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.

Tasting Samples

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.

Who Should Attend

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.

Assessment

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. 

Certification

Certified Gin Ambassador™

This qualification is BIIAB regulated.

Course Cost:

Classroom: $295 

Online: $195

What’s Next:

Certified Whisky Ambassador™, This qualification is BIIAB regulated.