Name
WSET Level 1 Sake - $265 - Separate Registration Required
Date & Time
Sunday, June 23, 2019, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Description

The WSET Level 1 Award in Sake is a focused introduction to this fascinating and growing beverage category. You will learn how sake is made, and the Japanese terminology used for the main categories of sake. The course also includes practical demonstrations of the effects of different service temperatures and food pairings. Afterwards, you need never again be confused about the difference between a Junmai and a Daiginjo! 

**Disclaimer ** We reserve the right to cancel the class two weeks prior to the date of the course if there are inadequate registrants. In the case of a cancellation your course fee will be reimbursed in full, or you may choose to register for a course at a future date.

 

Course Date & Time

  • June 23, 2019
  • 10:00am – 4:00pm
  • Classroom: Westin Georgetown, TBD
    NOTE: Classroom location will be emailed to participants prior to course date.
  • Syllabus:
    • Exercise 1: What is Sake?
    • Exercise 2: Overview of Sake Production
    • Exercise 3: Categories and Grades of Sake
    • Exercise 4: Introduction to Tasting
    • Exercise 5: Making Different Styles of Sake
    • Exercise 6: Reading Japanese Kanji
    • Exercise 7: Specialty Styles of Sake
    • Exercise 8: Storage and Service of Sake
    • Exercise 9: Sake and Food

Course Description

The WSET Level 1 Award in Sake is intended for people who have little or no prior knowledge of sake. It is designed to provide a sound but simple introduction to sake. The qualification will assist those who need a basic familiarity with the main styles and categories of sake, for example people who work with sake as part of a larger beverage portfolio, in retail and hospitality sectors.

Successful candidates will be able to list the principal categories of sake, and state their defining characteristics, and know the key principles involved in the storage and service of sake. They will consequently be in a position to answer customer queries and provide recommendations for the service of sake

Exam

  • Exam Date: June 23, 2019
  • Closed book exam of 30 multiple choice questions
  • Bring picture ID to the exam
Location Name
Thomas
Full Address
The Westin Georgetown, Washington D.C.
2350 M St NW
Washington, DC 20037
United States
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