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Tequila Certification Course

R3,500.00

Gain a deep understanding of tequila with our Tequila Certification Course, accredited by the International Tequila Academy. Taught by ITA Certified Sommelier Keegan Smith, this course covers everything from tequila’s origins and production to expert tasting techniques. Ideal for professionals and enthusiasts alike, you’ll earn a globally recognised certification upon completion.

Unlock a deep understanding of tequila with our Tequila Certification Course, certified by the International Tequila Academy. This course offers a comprehensive dive into the world of tequila, covering everything from its rich heritage and production techniques to advanced tasting skills. Taught by ITA Certified Sommelier Keegan Smith, this course provides hands-on learning and culminates in an internationally recognized certification for those who pass the final exam.

Course Overview

The course provides a solid foundation in tequila knowledge, ideal for anyone pursuing a career in the beverage industry, connoisseurs, or anyone passionate about tequila. With a detailed curriculum covering the basics, classifications, production, and more, students will gain both theoretical knowledge and practical tasting skills.

What You’ll Learn

Understanding Tequila Basics

Learn the essentials of tequila, including its unique characteristics, production, and the nuances that distinguish it from other spirits.

How to Read a Tequila Label

Decode tequila labels to understand details about the tequila’s origin, production method, and authenticity.

The Systematic Approach to Tequila Tasting

Discover professional tasting methods to identify tequila’s complex flavor profiles, aromas, and mouthfeel.

Denomination of Origin

Understand the protected Denomination of Origin (DO) of tequila, including regional specifications and legal regulations governing authentic tequila production.

Debunking Tequila Myths

Explore and debunk common misconceptions about tequila, including myths surrounding its ingredients, effects, and serving methods.

Certification Exam

Earn an official certificate upon passing the final exam, endorsed by the International Tequila Academy, to validate your tequila expertise.

In-Person Training with ITA Certified Sommelier

Under the guidance of ITA Certified Sommelier Keegan Smith, students receive direct, in-person instruction. Keegan's expertise brings depth to the learning experience, offering hands-on insights and personalized feedback.

Course Requirements

To enroll in this course, students must meet the following prerequisites:

  • Age requirement: 18 years or older
  • Language proficiency: proficient in English
  • Math skills: basic competency in mathematics

Course Syllabus

1. Denomination of Origin: Regions and Regulations

  • Understanding the specific regions where tequila can be produced
  • Overview of regulatory standards for authentic tequila production

2. NOM Number

  • Explanation of the NOM number and its significance on a tequila label

3. Tequila Classifications

  • Types of tequila, including blanco, joven, reposado, añejo, and extra añejo

4. Tequila Categories

  • Distinctions between Tequila and 100% Agave Tequila

5. Labeling Essentials

  • Understanding Alcohol by Volume (ABV), Net Quantity, and other key labeling elements

6. Traditional Tequila Production Steps

  • Jima (harvesting): process of harvesting agave plants
  • Hydrolysis (cooking): cooking methods, including brick ovens and autoclaves
  • Extraction: techniques such as tahona and roller mills
  • Fermentation and distillation: traditional pot stills and modern column stills

7. Production Tools

  • Overview of tools used in tequila production, from brick ovens to diffusers

8. Agave Basics

  • Key facts about Agave tequilana, including maturation time and cultivation

9. Tequila Service Basics

  • Best practices for serving tequila, including storage, serving vessels, and ideal temperature

10. The Systematic Approach to Tequila Tasting

  • Professional tasting techniques to analyze aroma, taste, and finish

11. Debunking Common Tequila Myths

  • Clarifying popular myths such as the "tequila worm," salt and lime pairing, and misconceptions about aging and hangovers

12. Special Types of Tequila

  • Insight into Cristalino, flavoured tequilas, mixto tequilas, and their unique characteristics

13. Tequila as Mezcal

  • Understanding the common roots of tequila and mezcal, along with their similarities and differences

Why Take This Course?

  • In-depth knowledge: gain a robust understanding of tequila from production to tasting.
  • Professional Certification: Certification by the International Tequila Academy provides a recognised credential in the industry.
  • Hands-on learning: in-person instruction offers an immersive learning experience, enhancing practical skills.

By completing this course, you’ll leave with a well-rounded knowledge of tequila and the skills needed to appreciate and serve it with expertise.

Additional information

Location

JHB

Date

20-24 May, 10-14 June, 8-12 July, 15-19 July, 9-13 Sep, 7-11 Oct, 11-15 Nov

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