1-Day GUEST Basic Wine, Bartending & Mixology Module

This course focuses on core spirits as well as the practical element of learning to make cocktails, including which tools to use, understanding recipes, the importance of a balanced drink and creating new combinations.

Some formal basic training and/ or previous onboard training (minimum 1 season) is required for participation on this course.

Price: EUR 300

Objective

What are the Core Spirits?
Bartending Tools & Equipment
Recipes
Balance in Cocktail Making
Classic Cocktails
Cocktail Variations
Creating New Combinations

Has a basic understanding of:

• The world of wine, comparative tasting, wine making, food pairing and faulty wine
• Regions and grapes of the world relevant to the yachting industry
• Principles of professional wine service, wine service preparation, opening, tasting and presentation
• Correct wine storage and relevant conditions on-board a yacht
• The main spirits and recognizes the classic service for spirits and mixers used
• The elements of a great cocktail and cocktail making terminology and how to use the required tools
• The preparation and service using the correct techniques and methods to serve cocktails

Course description:

• History of alcohol
• In-depth spirit knowledge: Vodka/Gin/Rum/Tequila & Whisky
• Demonstrating the fundamental elements of a great drink (character, presentation, flavour, aroma, fast, texture and balance)
• How to read a cocktail recipe
• Understanding balance
• Multiple orders
• Speed and efficiency
• 2 Martinis (classic and contemporary)
• 2 shot drinks (classic and contemporary)
• 2 long drinks (classic and contemporary)
• 2 non-alcoholic drinks

Also, check out the 1-Day ITA Advanced Spirits & Mixology Module

Upcoming dates

1-day GUEST Basic Spirits & Mixology Module – 2023-10-20

1-day GUEST Basic Spirits & Mixology Module – 2023-11-10