WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits | Online Course

Explore the World of Spirits with Confidence

You love cocktails and spirits but wish you understood them better. The terminology, styles, and production methods can feel confusing, and you want a structured way to learn the essentials—without feeling overwhelmed.

Now imagine tasting with purpose, recognizing what makes each spirit unique, and confidently describing aromas, flavors, and styles. Whether you’re mixing a cocktail or serving guests, you understand the fundamentals of how spirits are made and why they taste the way they do.

The WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits (Online) at Napa Valley Wine Academy, America’s most awarded wine and spirits school, is your perfect starting point. This four-week course includes three virtual, instructor-led webinars covering tastings and theory, along with 12 months of online access to engaging learning materials. Your dedicated instructor is available throughout the course to answer questions and guide your journey.

You’ll explore the main spirit categories through sight, smell, and taste, gaining practical skills and a professional foundation in spirit production, tasting, and service. Upon passing your online exam (30 multiple-choice questions), you’ll receive your official WSET certificate and lapel pin, a globally recognized mark of achievement.

Join a supportive, interactive learning environment built for beginners and professionals alike, and start your spirits education with confidence and clarity.

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