WSET® Level 1 in Spirits

Next course WSET Level 1 in spirits:
24. march 2026.

The WSET LEVEL 1 in SPIRITS course offers elementary knowledge about spirits, including: the main categories of spirits, production basics, serving rules and label reading.
It is intended for beginners, who are just entering the world of spirits.

See the WSET Level 1 in Spirits course specification in English:
WSET® Level 1 Award in Spirits - Specification (PDF)

🥃 READY FOR A NEW DIMENSION OF KNOWLEDGE !
📍 Location: Supernova Wine, Dunavska 57, Belgrade
📚 Organizer: Balkan Wine Center
⏳ Duration: 6 hours of lectures + written test (45 minutes)

🎓 What is WSET?
WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) is the most recognized educational system in the world in the field of wine and spirits, present in over 75 countries.
✅ Level 1 - for beginners and enthusiasts
✅ Level 2 - for those who want serious knowledge
✅ Level 3 – for industry professionals
👉 We are the official accredited center for Serbia!

🥃 WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits
📅 24-25. March 2026

🔍 What does Level 1 for Spirits contain?
A perfect introduction to the world of spirits for beginners and anyone who wants basic professional knowledge. This course is perfect for:
🧉 Lovers of spirits
🍸 Caterers and bar staff
👨‍🍳 Cocktail enthusiasts
📖 Anyone who wants basic knowledge

What it includes:
• Main categories of spirits: vodka, gin, rum, tequila, whiskey, cognac...
• Basics of production: distillation, fermentation, maturation
• Serving rules and reading labels
• Introduction to cocktails and food pairing
• Tasting according to the WSET SAT method
🥃 During the course, 10 different spirit samples are tasted.
📝 Test: 30 questions / 30 minutes / 70% for passing

📅 Course dates:
🗓️ Tuesday, March 24, 2026 • 17:00 – 20:00
🗓️ Wednesday, March 25, 2026 • 17:00 – 20:00

🧾 Exam: March 25, 2026 (Wednesday)


💰 Course price: 30,000 RSD + VAT = Total: 36,000 RSD
The price includes:
• WSET textbook
• tasting samples
• going to the exam
• international WSET certificate

👨‍🏫  Lecturer - Dario Grabarić
The course is led by Dario Grabarić, one of the most respected and competent WSET educators for spiritualists in the Balkans. The participants emphasize him because of his extremely clear, inspiring and practical way of teaching, as well as his ability to make complex topics understandable and applicable in practice.
With Dario, participants receive the highest level of WSET education for spiritualists in the region.

🥃  Tastings during the course
In accordance with the WSET specification, 10 carefully selected spirit samples are tasted during the program.

🎯 The number of places is limited - apply today !

📩 For applications and more information:
📧 info@balkanwinecenter.rs
📱 @balkanwinecenter (Instagram/Facebook)
🧾 Contact phone for additional questions: + 381 64 1042882