A more intermediate-level qualification exploring spirits and liqueurs for those working in the industry or spirits enthusiasts. No travel required, packs will be sent in the post and the course completed from the comfort of your work or home office wherever you are in the world.
For individuals wishing to develop their expertise in spirits and liqueurs, you’ll learn about the fundamental production methods and principal raw materials discovering how they are used to make the key spirit styles. You’ll also explore the key practices and principles of serving spirits and the use of spirits in cocktails.
Upon successful completion, you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin and will be able to use the associated WSET-certified logo.
Schedule:
Two Day Course:
Day 1: 9.00 am -17.00 pm. Day 2: 9.00 am -17.00 pm
Exam: 60 minutes
Course Dates:
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February: 10th & 11th (Exam: 24th February 2025)
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March: 10th & 11th (Exam: 24th March 2025)
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April: 7th & 8th (Exam: 22nd April 2025)
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May: 6th & 7th (Exam: 19th May 2025)
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June: 9th & 10th (Exam: 23rd June 2025)
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July: 7th & 8th (Exam: 21st July 2025)
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August: 11th & 12th (Exam: 26th August 2025)
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September: 8th & 9th (Exam: 22nd September 2025)
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October: 6th & 7th (Exam: 20th October 2025)
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November: 10th & 11th (Exam: 24th November 2025)
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December: 8th & 9th (Exam: 22nd December 2025)
Spirits:
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Spirits will be dispatched in 20ml sample packs, this will include 30 samples for the Level 2 Award in Spirits.
- Sample packs can be shipped worldwide via courier (N.B. Please sign up in good time to allow for shipping / customs services)
What you'll learn
- How production methods affect the characteristics of spirits and liqueurs
- The characteristics of the principal international spirits and liqueurs
- How to describe spirits using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits® (SAT)
Assessment
Assessment is by a closed-book exam of 50 multiple-choice questions.
This qualification is regulated by Ofqual. The exam will take place online via remote adjudication and takes 60 minutes.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. The course is delivered online so a participant can learn anywhere in the world as long as we can safely send a sample pack and you have secure, reliable internet connection.
You must be of legal drinking age in the country where you are attending the course to participate in any alcohol tasting. However, this is not a barrier to successfully completing the qualification.
Course Information
For more information and full details on the course requirements, please download the specification below.
Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway, Waterford, Kilkenny
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