WSET Level 2 in Spirits (online), beginning November 25, 2024
Dates:  November 25 - December 29, 2024
Time: On demand
Exam: The exam is done online with a remote proctor. You will set this date and time up when it works for you, with a few week's advance notice.
 
Registration deadline: November 11, 2024
 
*Date of birth required at check-out. 21 and older only.
*Please let us know if you require special consideration/accomodation in the notes section at check-out. 
 
An intermediate-level qualification exploring spirits and aromatised wines for those working in the industry or spirits enthusiasts. This qualification is intended for beginners wishing to learn about a wide range of spirits or those seeking to build on the introductory knowledge gained with the WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits.
 
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 achievement you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.
 
What you'll learn:
How to taste and describe spirits using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits ® (SAT)
The techniques used during the four stages of spirits production: processing the raw material, alcoholic fermentation; distillation; and post-distillation operations
How techniques used during the four stages of production determine the style of a spirit
How aromatised wines are made
How a balanced cocktail is made and examples in four notable cocktail families (the spirit-forward, the short sour, the highball and the long sour)
How local production traditions, coupled with local laws, are used to create different styles of spirits in the following categories:
fruit spirits
whisky/whiskey
sugar cane spirits
Tequila and Mezcal
vodka
flavoured spirits (spiced rum, flavoured vodka, gin, aniseed spirits, bitter spirits/amaro, cocktail bitters, liqueurs)
 
This qualification has a minimum requirement of 26 hours of study time, including 14 hours in the online classroom and exam.
 
This is a self-paced course. There are no live sessions, but you will have access to a WSET educator for any questions and who will give feedback on your assignments. You will have access to the course modules, quizzes, etc. during the course dates.
 
Find out if this course is right for you. Take the Level 2 Award in Spirits quiz here.