Courses

Academy-certified course path

A clear learning path from beginner fundamentals to advanced spirits stewardship. Certificates and completion items are issued by Fermented & Distilled Academy.

Plain English note: “Certified” here means an Academy-issued completion credential from Fermented & Distilled Academy. It is not presented as a government license or outside trade accreditation.

Level 1

Spirits Fundamentals

The starting point. Students learn the shared production chain behind all spirits, how major categories differ, and how to taste with a repeatable method.

2–3 hour classroom format
Certificate of completion
Guided tasting and review
Best for beginners, enthusiasts, staff, and curious guests

Level 1 Details

Level 2

Category & Production Deep Dive

The next step after fundamentals. Level 2 expands the categories, digs deeper into production decisions, and strengthens tasting language.

Expanded category standards and production choices
Comparative tasting across styles
Lapel pin completion item
Best after Level 1 or equivalent knowledge

Level 2 Details

Level 3

Advanced Spirits Steward

Designed for people who want to explain spirits with confidence, lead better conversations, and use structured sensory evaluation.

Advanced tasting, standards, and teaching language
Blind or semi-blind comparative exercises
Challenge coin completion item
Best for serious enthusiasts, staff leaders, and educators

Level 3 Details