When you’re ready to dive even deeper into learning spirits, start here.

The WSET Level 2 Award in Spirits covers the main categories of spirits and liqueurs and examines the influences of production methods on the different styles available in each category. Throughout the course, you’ll develop analytical tasting skills while exploring the use of spirits in cocktails.

Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin, and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.

What you'll learn

How production methods affect the characteristics of spirits and liqueurs

• The characteristics of the principal international spirits and liqueurs

• How to describe spirits using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits® (SAT)

• Link to WSET Level 2 Specification

Exam Details

The exam consists of 50 multiple-choice questions.

Requirements

You must be of legal drinking age.

| Online Classroom Course details

• Duration: Five weeks self-guided study to be completed around your schedule

• Private study: At least six hours a week

• Samples: Spirits not included. We recommend you taste a minimum of eight spirits and you‘ll get guidance on what styles to taste

• Includes: Access to WSET's Online Classroom for one year (where you can participate in online lessons, activities, tests and forums), a dedicated online tutor who is available to answer your questions during the course, your ebook, and examination

• Features: Revision videos, flash cards and exam tips

We recommend that you use a laptop or desktop device and have a reliable internet connection. To take your exam online you will also need one additional smart device such as a smartphone or tablet.

*More information on how online examinations work will be shared with you once you enroll.