WSET LEVEL 2 AWARD IN SPIRITS
An intermediate-level qualification exploring spirits and aromatised wines for those working in the industry or spirits enthusiasts. This qualification is intended for beginners wishing to learn about a wide range of spirits or those seeking to build on the introductory knowledge gained with the WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits.
Conducted by Aruni Vaswani, you’ll learn about the fundamental production methods and principal raw materials, discovering how they are used to make the key spirit styles. You’ll also explore the key practices and principles of serving spirits and the use of spirits in cocktails. Upon achievement you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You must be of legal drinking age.
It is a requirement that the WSET specification document is read prior to enrolment.
Course Delivery
- This qualification has a minimum requirement of 26 hours of study time
- 14 hours of Guided learning plus 1 hour examination on the final day
- A minimum of 11 hours of private study is recommended
- It is recommended completing the majority of home study prior to the course beginning.
- Study pack and 20 in-class spirit samples included.
What you'll learn
- How to taste and describe spirits using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Spirits ® (SAT)
- The techniques used during the four stages of spirits production: processing the raw material, alcoholic fermentation; distillation; and post-distillation operations
- How techniques used during the four stages of production determine the style of a spirit
- How aromatised wines are made
- How a balanced cocktail is made and examples in four notable cocktail families (the spirit-forward, the short sour, the highball and the long sour
- How local production traditions, coupled with local laws, are used to create different styles of spirits in the following categories:
- fruit spirits
- whisky/whiskey
- sugar cane spirits
- Tequila and Mezcal
- vodka
- flavoured spirits (spiced rum, flavoured vodka, gin, aniseed spirits, bitter spirits/amaro, cocktail bitters, liqueurs)
Assessment
Assessment is by a closed-book exam of 50 multiple-choice questions be completed in one hour.
Pass marks
Pass: 55% – 69%
Pass with Merit: 70% – 84%
Pass with Distinction: 85% and above
All students who pass the examination will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin. This qualification is Ofqual regulated.
Course Information
For more information and full details on the course requirements, please download the Specification below.
Enrol now! Level 2 Award in Spirits (Perth and Margaret River).
What is provided: Study pack, spirits tastings and examination.
Participation in a one-hour, multiple-choice WSET examination is required in the final session.
It is a requirement that the WSET specification document is read before you pay.
Royal Perth Golf Club, 20 Labouchere Road, South Perth
12th , 13th, 14th May 2025
9am to 5pm. Level 2 Award in Spirits.
Course fee $1,050
Examination resit fee $185
Final bookings are required a minimum 2 weeks before commencement date.
14 hours of tuition plus a 1 hour examination on Wednesday 14th May 2025 after the final session has been completed (Exam from 2.30pm -3.30pm)
Margaret River Distilling Co. 1 Maxwell Street off Carters Road, Margaret River
9am to 5pm. Level 2 Award in Spirits.
Course fee $1,200 inclusive of morning tea and lunch.
Examination resit fee $185
Final bookings are required a minimum 2 weeks before commencement date.
New dates to be released soon.
14 hours of tuition plus a 1 hour examination after the final session has been completed. ( Exam from 2.30-3.30 pm)
Dress Code: Fully buttoned shirt tucked in, belted dress trousers (including belt), enclosed shoes with socks must be worn by all guests and members. The following items are not permitted to be worn at Royal Perth Golf Club at any time: Denim clothing of any description, tracksuits, cargo shorts, board shorts, singlet’s, thongs or shoes without socks, women’s dress sandals and heels accepted. The club reserves the right to refuse entrance.