Introductory Course

PIN-CURSO-INTRODUCTORIO

PRICE: $150 USD

COURSE INCLUDES:

2.5 Hours of Live Online Instruction

Six Vials of Artisanal and Ancestral Agave Spirits

Introductory Course Booklet

Six Organoleptic Tasting Guides

 

COURSE SYLLABUS:

1. Agave history, etymology, and diversity

2. Mezcal Denomination of Origin

3. Bacanora Denomination of Origin

4. Raicilla Denomination of Origin

5. Tuxca

6. Sotol Denomination of Origin

7. Comiteco Denomination of Origin

8. Tasting Techniques and Professional Analysis

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Designed for amateurs and professionals alike, the Introductory Course is intended to open your window into the vast and diverse world of agave spirits. We’ll learn the basics of how to taste like a spirits sommelier, learning how to identify aromas, flavors, and overall quality. Over the course of 2.5 hours, we’ll explore six different agave spirits, each one with a unique history, production, and taste. You’ll leave this course with the tools to better appreciate agave spirits, and an urge to keep exploring these vast and diverse drinks.

NOTE: Our Introductory Courses are offered several times per month, and take 7-10 business days to deliver. Upon receiving your Introductory Course, please be in touch confirming your receipt of the course kit and availability so we can schedule you for an upcoming course date! If you’re unable to attend courses on weekends, we’d be more than happy to schedule a time that is convenient for you.

WHO IS THE COURSE FOR?

Designed for amateurs and professionals alike, the Introductory Course is intended to open your window into the vast and diverse world of agave spirits. We’ll learn the basics of how to taste like a spirits sommelier, learning how to identify aromas, flavors, and overall quality. Over the course of 2.5 hours, we’ll explore six different agave spirits, each one with a unique history, production, and taste. You’ll leave this course with the tools to better appreciate agave spirits, and an urge to keep exploring these vast and diverse drinks.

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