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Tequila Explorer™
  • Classroom Cost: $145.00
  • Online Cost: $95.00

Course Details

Duration:

Classroom: 3-4 hours. Online: 3-4 hours.
Includes:

What’s Included with Your Course

Discover, taste, and grow your confidence with the Academy of Wine & Spirits.

Every course includes:

  • A comprehensive digital textbook
  • Classroom learning, self-paced online study, or live Zoom classes, depending on your course
  • An online examination
  • A verified digital certificate and badge upon successful completion, with lifetime access
  • Classroom courses also include carefully selected samples, depending on your course.
  • Your credentials are always ready to verify, download, print, and share—on LinkedIn, your CV, or wherever your next opportunity takes you.

Make It Extra Special

Choose the Premium Certification Pack at checkout for a printed course booklet, premium printed certificate, and Academy of Wine & Spirits lapel pin.

Learn anywhere. Celebrate your achievement for life.

 

Course Overview

The Tequila Explorer program is designed as the perfect introduction to the world of tequila. In just a few hours, participants will discover the heritage, production, and taste of Mexico’s most celebrated spirit. This course balances fun, exploration, and professional insight, making it ideal for enthusiasts, hospitality staff, and anyone curious about tequila.

Who Should Attend

Hospitality staff looking to improve their product knowledge

Bartenders and servers wanting to upsell tequila with confidence

Wine & spirit enthusiasts eager to broaden their horizons

Corporate groups or team-building participants who enjoy engaging learning experiences

Course Highlights

The Spirit of Mexico – The story of tequila and its cultural roots

Meet the Agave – Introduction to the Blue Weber agave and the regions where it grows

From Field to Glass – A simplified look at how tequila is made

Styles of Tequila – Learn the difference between Blanco, Reposado, and Añejo

Guided Tasting – Taste and compare a curated flight of tequilas

Cocktail Corner – Explore tequila’s role in classic cocktails like the Margarita & Paloma

Certification

Participants will receive the Tequila Explorer Certificate of Completion from the Academy of Wine & Spirits.
(Optional: Can also include CPD accreditation for professional recognition if you want it consistent with Ambassador & Explorer series).

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, you will:

Understand the basics of tequila production and its cultural importance

Identify key tequila styles and flavor profiles

Gain confidence in recommending or serving tequila in a professional setting

Learn how to enjoy tequila neat, in cocktails, and with food pairings

Format

Duration: Half-day (3–4 hours)

Delivery: In-person workshop or online interactive session with tasting kit

Includes: Study guide, tasting samples (where available), certificate

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