The WSET Level 1 in Sake is a beginner level introduction to sake for those starting a career in the industry or pursuing an interest in sake. You’ll explore the main styles and types of sake through sight, smell and taste to develop an understanding of the key factors affecting flavours and aromas.
Learn about more about what we will cover during the class here: WSET Level 1 in Sake Specification (2022).
The price includes the WSET Level 1 in Sake study guide, tuition, all sakes, printed materials, and the exam. Mailing of Study Guide to continental USA is included in the price. For all WSET qualifications, we provide students with the proper ISO tasting glasses to use during class at no additional charge.
Class Format
Over two evenings, from 6:00 pm – 8:30pm. Please select dates below.
The course instructor is Guilherme de Macedo, MBA, MSS, Kikisake-Shi, WSET Certified Sake Educator.
Assessment
Assessment is by a closed-book exam of 30 multiple-choice questions to be completed within 45 minutes. The assessment will take place on the same date as the class, at the end of the day. A total mark of 70% is required to achieve a pass. All students who pass will be issued with a digital certificate and a digital lapel pin.
Entry Requirements
You must be at least 21 years of age to attend the course and to participate in any alcohol tasting.
Refunds/Changes
If you need to cancel or change the date of the course for any reason you can do so for a $35 administrative fee. Making changes to your registration within 13 business days of the class date will result in an administrative change fee of $175. No refunds are given for changes made within 3 business days of the class date.
Printed Materials
All students will be sent printed study materials to the mailing address provided upon course registration and will receive tracking information when the materials have been shipped. We recommend adding the email address ‘info@floridawineacademy.com’ to your safe sender list, in order to prevent any relevant communication going to spam. It is the responsibility of the student to liaise with USPS regarding any issue relating to the delivery of these materials. Florida Wine Academy is unable to replace printed study materials free of charge in the case that an issue arises with delivery. Kindly note that in the situation where a student wishes to cancel their course registration, the cost of the printed study materials is non-refundable.
Dates
Miami courses will take place at 305 Wines (8233 South Dixie Highway, Miami FL, 33143).
- January 27th and 28th from 6:00pm – 8:30pm (2 evening course). Exam is on January 28th, 2025, after the class. 305 Wines, Pinecrest.
We are also offering the WSET Level 1 in Sake certification online. Click here.
What Happens after Course Registration
- Immediately: You will receive an automated email order confirmation after registering for a course.
- Within two business days of your order: Florida Wine Academy will ship the WSET Level 1 in Sake workbook to the mailing address provided upon registration. You will receive a tracking number once this has shipped.
- One month prior to the course start date: Florida Wine Academy will send you a welcome email containing more information about the course.
Andrea Lewis (verified owner) –
The in-person WSET Level 1 in Sake was amazing! Guilherme is a fantastic teacher with lots of knowledge about sake and enthusiasm for the subject. He enhanced the material by showing us sake bottles, which we could use to practice reading our kanji. There were six great tastings that reinforced the SAT including pairings. The materials were well-organized, and I felt well-prepared for the exam. This was my fourth WSET class. I had previously taken them all online (because of the pandemic). If you get a chance, I highly recommend joining in person class with Florida Wine Academy!