Wset level 2
award in spirits
Embark on an intermediate-level journey delving into the world of spirits, tailored for industry professionals and passionate spirits enthusiasts. Designed for those eager to expand their knowledge beyond the basics, or build upon the foundational understanding from the WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits, this qualification offers a comprehensive exploration.
PRICE: 10 995 kr ex. vat
WSET level 2 award in spirits
Malmö
Embark on an intermediate-level journey delving into the world of spirits, tailored for industry professionals and passionate spirits enthusiasts. Designed for those eager to expand their knowledge beyond the basics, or build upon the foundational understanding from the WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits, this qualification offers a comprehensive exploration.
Discover the fundamental production methods and primary raw materials underlying various spirit styles as well as diving into the nuances of serving spirits and their incorporation into cocktails.This course equips you with the expertise to navigate the diverse landscape of spirits with confidence. Delve into tasting sessions and theoretical insights to unravel the complexities influencing style and quality.
Upon completion of the course and the exam, you’ll be bestowed with the WSET Level 2 certification.This course is conducted in English.”
At a glance:
- About 25 spirits tested
- About 18 hours class – (3 consecutive days)
- About 11 – 20 hours home study
- 60 min multiple-choice exam
Book your course
Course extent
3 whole days
Price
10 995 kr ex.vat
Time
09.00 - 16.30
Place
Restaurang Spill,
Stora Varvsgatan 11,
Malmö
Upcoming course dates 2025
Malmö
October 21, 22, 23
Payment information
Vat will be added in checkout. Do you want to pay by invoice? Email wset@thewinehub.se and we will help you. Please make sure you read our terms and conditions before purchase.
Who should attend
WSET Level 2?
This is a course intended for anyone who already have some knowledge about the world of spirits either already working in the industry or being an enthusiast. This qualification is intended for beginners wishing to learn about a wider range of spirits or those who wish to build on their knowledge gained during the WSET Level 1 in Spirits.
You will
Learn about
How to taste and describe wine using the WSET Level 2 Systematic
Approach to Tasting Spirits®(SAT)
The techniques used during the four stages of spirits production
How these techniques determine the style of a spirit
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 & local laws create different style 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)
Course step by step
How it works
Course format:
- Number of days: 3 days
- Recurrency: 3 consecutive days
- Time: 09.00 to 16.00
- Home study: minimum 20 hours
Examination:
- When: Last day of the course
- Duration: 1h
- Format: 50 multiple-choice questions (in person)
- A mark of 55% minimum is required to pass.
Preparations
Study time
Therefore, it’s important that you read the entire course material at least once and that you feel familiar with the content. We strongly advise you to study the course material before the start of the course.
WSET level 2 to require between 11 – 20 hours of self-study.
By preparing for the education, you get the best conditions for passing the examination that is done during the last day of the course.
- 16 hours (3 course days) in classroom with certified WSET educator
- 11 – 20 hours of self-study
- 1 hour examination
Included
You will get
The course fee includes:
- All WSET course materials – including :
- Course manual
- SAT tasting card
- 25 spirits tasted throughout the course
- 3 classroom sessions taught by one of our brilliant WSET-certified tutors
- Internationally recognised WSET qualification, certificate and lapel pin for those
who pass the exam - Exam fees
- Lunch and fika is included