WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits

This entry level course will suit candidates wanting to learn more about spirits within an interactive, structured framework and for those with their first job in hospitality, retail or in other sectors of the spirits industry

The qualification provides basic product knowledge of styles, production methods and service of spirits. By the end of the course you will be able to taste and describe spirits using a globally-recognised approach, identify important styles of spirits, and know the raw materials and production methods that define them.

No prior spirits knowledge is required, just enthusiasm!

All our in-person 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.

Online format and important notes
  • The main types and styles of wine
  • The characteristics of the most common wine grapes
  • The correct way to store and serve wine
  • Foundations of food and wine pairing
  • How to taste and describe wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)
Topics you will cover in the Level 1 Spirits course

The basic principles of spirit production

The main types and styles of spirits: Brandy, Vodka, Rum, Tequila, Whisk(e)y and

Flavoured Spirits

Factors affecting the flavour of spirits

How to store and serve spirits

How to describe spirits using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits® (SAT)

Exam / Assessment

The Level 1 Award in Spirits exam consists of 30 multiple-choice questions
Exam must completed in 45 minutes

To pass you must correctly answer 70% of the questions

The exam papers are sent to WSET in London to be marked, it ensures global continuity with the results

Successful students will receive a WSET digital certificate

Included in the course fee

The course will be hosted in-person with a WSET certified educator

You receive a Level 1 Wines Workbook An introduction to Spirits

The WSET Global exam fee

Tutored tastings of 10+ spirits

Courier cost for course material from, and exams to London

A digital WSET certificate when you pass

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The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) is the world’s leading provider of drinks qualifications. The courses are designed to inspire and empower anyone looking to develop their drinks knowledge, from beginners to experts, and from enthusiasts to professionals. WSET qualifications are globally recognised as the international standard in wine knowledge.

winelab.Africa is an Approved Programme Provider for WSET qualifications. We offer courses and facilitate exams across Africa.