May 4 WSET 1 Award in Spirits Online
Learn the Basics of Spirits Online
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Service Description
Learn the basics of spirits in your own time, with this short four-week introductory online course, suitable for people who have little to no prior knowledge of spirits. This course is run through WSET Global with an online educator. DEADLINE FOR ENROLMENTS IS THURSDAY APRIL 23 2026 PLEASE NOTE - there are no fixed-time online lectures for this course. The session on May 4 and May 31 2026 are simply placeholders allowing the course to be displayed on the website. Spirit samples are not included in the course fee. Students will be provided a list of recommended spirits to purchase to assist with their tasting practice. This course is ideal for those beginning a career in the industry or pursuing an interest in spirits. Through a series of self-guided online modules, you will discover the main styles and types of spirits and will learn to taste using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting to develop an understanding of the key factors affecting flavours and aromas. Students will be required to sit a 45 minute, 30 question exam paper. This can be done online at a date and time of your choice. Please note we require 7 business days to book your exam. What you will learn: • The basic principles of spirit production • The main types and styles of spirits • Factors affecting the flavour of spirits • How to serve spirits • How to taste & describe spirits using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits® (SAT) Students who successfully pass the exam, will receive the globally recognised WSET Level 1 Award in Spirit certificate. It is a requirement to read the WSET Level 1 in Spirits specification, prior to enrolment. https://www.wsetglobal.com/media/11699/wset_l1spirits_spec_en_jun2022_issue21.pdf You must be 18 years or older to enrol. Start Date: May 4 2026 End Date: May 31 2026 Exam Date: Online at a date and time of your choice. Please note we require 7 business days advance notice to book your exam. Please contact our Examinations Officer John Tomlinson john@wineintuition.com to book your exam.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations notified in writing more than 14 days before the program begins are eligible for a full refund. Cancellations notified within 14 days of the program will not receive a refund; however, a substitute may attend in your place. If a program is cancelled by Wine Intuition, you are entitled to a full refund. If you register and pay within 14 days of the course commencement date you will not be eligible for a refund.
Contact Details
+ 0409955726
andrea@wineintuition.com
133 Castlereagh Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia