Expert Whisky Taste and Flavour Guide
Build a better understanding of whisky’s tasting notes and production process with insight from celebrated whiskey journalist Becky Paskin and WSET’s Charlie McCarthy.
Author: Becky Paskin, Renowned whisky journalist Charlie McCarthy, WSET whisky expert
Estimated watch time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Discover The Flavours of Whisky
Understanding the distinct flavour of whisky and how to taste it can elevate your skills as a bartender. Learn from experienced whisky professionals Becky Paskin and Charlie Mccarthy as they share insights on the different tasting notes certain whisky have and how you can use that knowledge to your advantage.
This webinar also features Global New Age Scotch Whisky Ambassador Ervin Trykowski, who shares some ingenious whisky cocktail serves that you can use for yourself, such as the classic Cameron’s Kick. Watch now to build your confidence in using whisky and learn how to experiment with the flavours to create cocktails and mixes that engage your customers.
Key Learning Outcomes
How to taste whisky
The different types and flavours of whisky
How whisky is made and its various components
Ways to use whisky knowledge to enhance your venue’s reputation and revenue
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Masterclass: Expert Whisky Taste and Flavour Guide
Masterclass Chapters
08:35 - 21:13 - Why understanding the flavour and taste of your whisky is important
21:28 - 49:14 - How to taste whisky
49:41 - 1:11:11 - Create great tasting cocktails that engage customers
Whisky Tasting 101
Whisky Tasting 101
Further your whisky flavour knowledge with this tasting guide, developed by the experts at WSET. Download the resource sheet now to help you create exciting whisky fusions and better communicate whisky-tasting notes with your customers.
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