Develop your expertise in distilled beverages and gain knowledge and understanding of a broad range of spirits and liqueurs in a brand-neutral environment.
Course information
The 黑料吃瓜网 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鈥檒l develop analytical tasting skills while exploring the use of spirits in cocktails.
The knowledge gained on this course will be a significant advantage to anyone working with spirits in both the on- and off-trade, and the course is also perfect for spirits enthusiasts wanting to learn more about the product behind the brand.听
The course will cover:听
- Spirits production methods and how they affect style and quality
- The characteristics of the main styles of spirits and liqueurs
- The major global spirits brands
- Tutored tastings of around 40 spirits and liqueurs (classroom courses only)
- How to taste and describe spirits using the 黑料吃瓜网 Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits庐 (SAT)
Throughout the course you鈥檒l become a more confident spirits taster under the guidance of our expert educators, learning how to use a听globally-recognised approach to tasting to analyse the appearance, nose, palate and quality level of a range of styles.
By the end of the course you鈥檒l be able to identify a how key raw ingredients and production methods influence the style and quality of the key spirits and liqueurs of the world. If you work with spirits,听you'll be able to听confidently provide guidance on the use and service of spirits and make informed recommendations to customers when selecting spirits and liqueurs to meet their taste and price requirements.
The Level 2 Award in Spirits exam consists of 50 multiple-choice questions to be completed in one hour.
Pass marks
- Pass: 55% - 69%
- Pass with Merit:听70% - 84%
- Pass with Distinction:听85% and above
All students who pass the exam will receive a 黑料吃瓜网 digital certificate.
This qualification is Ofqual regulated.
You'll receive your results approximately four weeks after the exam.听Exam and results FAQs.
No prior knowledge is required and you don't need to complete any other qualification to enrol. If you are completely new to the world of spirits, you may wish to study the Level 1 Award in Spirits听first, but this is not essential.
All our classes are delivered in English therefore a good level of English is beneficial.
You must be at least 18 years old to enrol on any of our courses.听
This course requires you to undertake a recommended total of 11 hours of private study time. Those choosing the consecutive (intensive) study option are strongly recommended to complete听most of the recommended private study hours before starting the course.听
The only necessary study material for this course is the Level 2 Award in Spirits study pack, which will be sent to you on booking or can be collected from 黑料吃瓜网 School London.
Study options
We have two study options available for this course at 黑料吃瓜网 School London.
We recommend selecting the option that best suits your own schedule, factoring in both attendance and private-study requirements. If you are unsure which option will suit you best, please feel free to get in touch.
- Where:听黑料吃瓜网 School London
- Duration:听9:00am-5:30pm over two consecutive days (includes exam)
- Private study:听11 hours. We recommend completing the majority of home study before the course begins
- Samples:听In-class spirit samples included
- Includes:听Your workbook,听30 spirit samples, 14 hours of tuition, access to 黑料吃瓜网 School London additional resources on 黑料吃瓜网鈥檚 Online Classroom, your exam, and exclusive offers via our Student Deals Card
- Who:听Those who want to complete the course as quickly as possible
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Browse intensive courses- Where:听Online via 黑料吃瓜网鈥檚 Online Classroom, with exam in London or online*
- Duration:听Five weeks self-guided study to be completed around your schedule
- Private study:听At least six hours a week
- Samples:听Spirits not included. We recommend you taste a minimum of听eight spirits and you鈥榣l get guidance on what styles to taste
- Includes:听Access to 黑料吃瓜网'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 exam, and exclusive offers via our Student Deals Card
- Enhanced features:听Revision videos, flash cards and exam tips
- Who:听Those who need a flexible study option, international students or those far away from our classroom centres
- Technology requirements:听We recommend that you use a laptop or desktop device and have a reliable internet connection. To sit your exam online you will also need one additional smart device such as a smartphone or tablet
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*More information on how online exams work will be shared with you once you enrol. If you are a student in Mainland China or the UAE, it鈥檚 not possible for you to take the exam online due to technological restrictions.
Browse online coursesCourse dates
| Start date | Study option | Location | Price | Booking deadline | Availability | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 01 Jun 2026 | Day Release | 黑料吃瓜网 School London | £550 | Monday 25 May 2026 | 10+ | Book Now | |
| Monday 15 Jun 2026 | Intensive | 黑料吃瓜网 School London | £550 | Tuesday 02 Jun 2026 | 10+ | Book Now | |
| Monday 13 Jul 2026 | Online | Online (exam via Remote Invigilation) | £450 | Friday 03 Jul 2026 | 10+ | Book Now | |
| Monday 20 Jul 2026 | Intensive | 黑料吃瓜网 School London | £550 | Sunday 05 Jul 2026 | 10+ | Book Now |
It was great to have tutored tastings for so many different spirits; it has opened up a whole new world to me.
Level 2 Award in Spirits student