Level I: Guild Fine Spirits Seminar

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Better understand and appreciate fine spirits with this introductory, professional caliber Fine Spirits Seminar. 

You will develop a basic knowledge of fine spirits terms and concepts, production techniques, technical and description evaluation by doing neat and straight tasting.

Seminar Overview:

• Taste 23+ fine spirits, including Scotch, Irish Whiskey, Bourbon, Vodka, European Brandies, Tequila, Mescal and Sotol
• Learn about the distilation process - which varies with each form of spirit
• Receive 100 pages of educational material designed specifically for this seminar 
• Earn a diploma, IWSG membership card and IWSG membership pin
• Meet other fine spirits professionals and enthusiasts 

This is not a mixology seminar - it is a seminar to learn about fine spirits (consumed neat or straight). 

Awards 

Depending upon your background and professional needs, we offer the option of earning a Fine Spirits Sommelier award diploma (for the professional) or a Fine Spirits Connoisseur award diploma  (for the enthusiast). 

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What type of people have completed the fine spirits seminar?

This Fine Spirits Seminar can be taken for personal enrichment or professional certification, and has been taken by Executive Chefs, Sous Chefs, Banquet Chefs, Chefs, Cooks, Restaurant Owners, Importers, Distributors, Wine Buyers, Appraisers, Retail Liquor Store Staff and Owners, Sommeliers, Waitstaff, Meeting and Banquet Planners, Convention Managers, Catering Directors, Hospitality Managers, Doctors, Lawyers, Real Estate Brokers, Bankers, Culinary Students, and anyone interested in fine spirits!

If you are interested in joining the Guild and becoming  a professional in the industry or a serious enthusiast then this is a seminar that should meet some of your needs

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