WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits
This hands-on course is an ideal starting point for those embarking on a career in spirits or hospitality, or enthusiasts wanting to get to grips with a range of key spirit styles.
This confidence-boosting spirits course for beginners is the perfect way to gain knowledge of the key styles of distilled beverage found around the world.
In a short space of time, you’ll find yourself feeling more confident navigating a drinks list, stocking up your bar, and serving spirits optimally.
You also receive a WSET certificate – an internationally recognized and valued document, which can open the door for further training and career advancement.
The course will cover:
- The basic principles of spirit production
- The main types and styles of spirits
- Factors affecting the flavour of spirits
- Tutored tastings of 10 spirits (classroom courses only)
- How to serve spirits
- How to describe spirits using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits® (SAT)
Assessment
- The Level 1 Award in Spirits exam consists of 30 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 45 minutes.
- To pass you must correctly answer 70% of the questions.
- Successful students will receive a WSET digital certificate.
- This qualification is Ofqual regulated.
- You’ll receive your results approximately four weeks after the exam.
Do I need any prior knowledge?
- No prior spirits knowledge is required, just enthusiasm! All our classes are delivered in English therefore a good level of English is beneficial.
- You must be at least 18 years old to enrol on any of our courses.
How should I prepare?
There is no need to prepare anything before starting the WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits. However, anyone embarking on a WSET course should familiarise themselves with the qualification specification. This document will help you understand what to expect and what you will get out of the course.
