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WSET Spirits Level 1

Study for your WSET Spirits qualifications with the region's biggest provider of professionally accredited courses. 

  • The WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits is intended to establish the basic skills and product knowledge required in the service and retail of spirits; it is ideal for preparing a person for their first job in hospitality or retail.
  • This course is also a great introductory first course for the spirit enthusiast who wishes to study in a structured way: the qualification will cover skills such as identifying spirit styles, categories of spirits, and service. 

What you'll learn:
The basic principles of spirit production
The main types and styles of spirits
How to serve spirits
Factors affecting the flavour of spirits
How to describe spirits using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits® (SAT)

 

Assessment
Assessment is by a closed-book exam of 30 multiple-choice questions. This qualification is regulated by Ofqual.

 

No previous experience of Spirit Tasting is necessary to register for this course.

Not sure if this is the right level for you? Click on the link to view the COURSE SPECIFICATION including sample exam questions.

 

WSET Courses make the perfect present for the Spirit enthusiast in your life - buy an open-dated Gift Voucher and your recipient can choose a convenient date from our constantly refreshing programme.

Vouchers last two years. 

 

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