PLEASE NOTE Course enrolment for Online WSET courses closes six business days prior to course commencement date. This courses is offered once every two months - please get in touch to learn more about future course dates.

For individuals new to the subject, the WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits course offers a hands-on introduction to the world of spirits. You’ll explore the main styles and types of spirits through sight, smell, and taste to develop an understanding of the key factors affecting flavours and aromas. Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin.

Delivery

This course is a 4-week, 7 module online learning programme with educator support available for this time. The course modules should be followed in sequential order during this 4-week window. The course material should take about 6 hours in total to complete, plus revision time. Regular access and participation in the course online activities is essential for this mode of study.

If you would like a demo of the online course head to this link https://www.wsetglobal.com/qualifications/online-learning

Assessment

There is an exam of 30 multiple-choice questions that will be sat in your own home with remote invigilation. The exam must be completed in 45 minutes and the date and time of the exam will be arranged to suit you. You can find out more about remote invigilation here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DarWJz6dUbU

This is an accredited course and all candidates who successfully complete the examination are awarded the WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits certificate and lapel pin.

Samples (optional extra - add $100)

There are a number of spirits samples required to complete the practical activities involved in this course - we can provide the correct samples amounts to save you time and money purchasing full bottles.

Our samples pack includes 11 x 30ml spirits samples and a tasting mat.

The workbook is all included within the Online Classroom