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The ultimate education -level 2
Master
Spirits &
tasting
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Essential for bartenders aiming for a high level
Develop a professional palate that goes beyond drinking
Fermentation & Distillation level 2
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The ultimate education
About the master spirits & tasting
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Deepen your expertise in spirits and refine your tasting abilities
with this advanced knowledge module. Designed for bartenders and hospitality professionals looking to elevate their understanding, this course explores spirits from both a technical and sensory perspective. You will develop a more structured approach to tasting, gain insight into historical influences, and understand how production techniques shape flavor.
By combining theory, guided tastings, and practical applications, this module strengthens your ability to evaluate spirits, create thoughtful pairings, and communicate confidently with guests and colleagues. This course also emphasizes sustainability and modern industry practices, preparing you for the evolving expectations of the global bar scene.
History of Drinks & Alcohol
Explore the evolution of alcoholic beverages and classic drinks. Understanding how cocktails and spirits developed over time provides valuable context for modern mixology and guest storytelling.
WSET 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting
Adopt a structured tasting methodology inspired by the WSET Level 2 framework. Learn to assess appearance, aroma, palate, and finish in a consistent and professional manner.
Bitters, Sherry & Vermouth
Dive into these essential yet often overlooked categories. Understand their production, flavor profiles, and how they enhance both classic and contemporary cocktails.
Advanced Cocktail Blind Tasting
Challenge your sensory perception by identifying cocktails and spirit components without visual cues. Improve analytical tasting and flavor recognition skills.
Spirit & Cocktail Food Pairing
Learn how to pair spirits and cocktails with food. Explore complementary and contrasting flavors to enhance both the drink and dining experience.
Advanced Fermentation & Distillation
Expand your technical knowledge of production methods. Discover how variations in fermentation and distillation influence aroma, texture, and character.
Sustainability & Low Waste
Understand practical approaches to reducing waste behind the bar, including ingredient reuse, mindful sourcing, and sustainable cocktail development.
The ultimate eduction
create your personal cocktail journey
Advance your bartending journey with the Bols Cocktail Academy through our nine-module program, guiding you from beginner to expert. Gain essential skills, master advanced techniques, and develop leadership, confidence and everything you need to grow from aspiring starter to accomplished bar manager.

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