Description
The WSET Level 2 Award in Spirits covers the main categories of spirits and liqueurs and examines the influences of production methods on the different styles available in each category.
Throughout the course, you’ll develop analytical tasting skills while exploring the use of spirits in cocktails.
The course will cover:
- Spirits production methods and how they affect style and quality
- The characteristics of the main styles of spirits and liqueurs
- The major global spirits brands
- Tutored tastings of spirits and liqueurs (classroom courses only)
- How to taste and describe spirits using WSET Level 2 Spirits Systematic Approach to Tasting
Throughout the course you’ll become a more confident spirits taster under the guidance of our expert educators, learning how to use a globally recognised approach to tasting to analyse the appearance, nose, palate and quality level of a range of styles.
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to identify how key raw ingredients and production methods influence the style and quality of the key spirits and liqueurs of the world. If you work with spirits, you'll be able to confidently provide guidance on the use and service of spirits and make informed recommendations to customers when selecting spirits and liqueurs to meet their taste and price requirements.
Custom options are available please enquire to wineandspirits@tafesa.edu.au
ONLINE DELIVERY: Four weeks self-guided study around your schedule.
See additional information for more details on Online.
Specification for this course can be accessed by clicking on the WSET® logo below.
Location
Imperial Measures Distillery
Class Times
Tuesdays 10.30am - 4.30pm
One hour exam on 1st April 2025 at the end of the last session.
Duration
4 days x 6 hours
Student Visa (500)
Current VISA holders eligible
Class Times
Online plus on campus exam Wednesday 30th April 2025 at 6pm.
Student Visa (500)
Current VISA holders eligible
Class Times
Online plus on campus exam Thursday 26th June 2025 at 6pm.
Student Visa (500)
Current VISA holders eligible
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