SAKE SOMMELIER COURSE

"Elevating sake industry professionals through specialised education our mission is to enhance students' expertise, boost their confidence, and contribute to the enrichment of the market."

Elevate Your Expertise: Become a Certified Sake Sommelier for Industry Professionals & ImportersUnlock Premium Sake Knowledge and Catapult Your Career & Sales
Are you a hospitality professional seeking to become the go-to sake expert, commanding higher value and driving premium beverage sales? Or a sake importer aiming to deepen your portfolio knowledge, build unparalleled confidence in your selections, and educate the market with authority?
The Sake Sommelier Course is your intensive, hands-on pathway to mastering the intricate world of sake. This isn't just a certification; it's an investment in your professional growth, designed to elevate your expertise, boost your confidence, and directly impact your success in the competitive sake market.

What This Course Offers You:

Become a Sought-After Authority: Gain the in-depth knowledge and tasting skills to confidently navigate the nuances of sake, positioning yourself as a trusted expert within your establishment or organization.
Drive Premium Beverage Sales: Understand the intricacies of sake styles, pairings, and service to effectively recommend and upsell premium selections, directly impacting your revenue.
Enhance Your Career Trajectory: Distinguish yourself with a globally recognized certification, opening doors to advanced roles and increased earning potential within the hospitality and import sectors.
Master the Art of Sake Service: Learn the precise techniques for storing, handling, and serving sake to maximize its potential and elevate the customer experience.
Confidently Curate and Select: Importers will gain a profound understanding of sake production, regionality, and unique characteristics, enabling you to build a compelling and profitable portfolio.
Elevate Your Tasting Prowess: Develop a sophisticated palate and the ability to accurately assess and describe a wide range of sake styles, crucial for both service and import decisions.
Unlock the Secrets of Food & Sake Pairing: Go beyond basic pairings and explore the principles of Umami and flavor matching to create innovative and memorable culinary experiences that drive beverage sales.
Connect with the Story Behind the Sake: Learn the history, ingredients, and production philosophies of renowned breweries, allowing you to passionately communicate the value and heritage of your offerings.
Navigate the Japanese Hospitality Landscape: Gain valuable insights into the cultural significance of sake and the challenges and opportunities within the Japanese restaurant industry.

Course Highlights:
Day 1: Foundations of Sake Mastery

Introduction to Sake for the Industry: History, cultural significance, and the current landscape of sake promotion within Japanese hospitality.
Deconstructing Sake: Unique production methods, key ingredients, and distinguishing characteristics essential for industry professionals.
Sake Production Part I: In-depth exploration of rice preparation, fermentation, and the crucial role of yeast.
Sake Culture for Professionals: Understanding sake's role in Japanese ceremonies and celebrations to better cater to diverse clientele.
Sake Storage and Quality Control for Establishments: Best practices for maintaining optimal sake quality in restaurants and hospitality settings to minimize waste and maximize customer satisfaction.
Immersive Japanese Lunch & Sake Service Case Study: Analyze real-world sake service and tasting offerings in a Japanese restaurant setting, providing practical insights for your own operations.

Day 2: Deep Dive into Styles & Pairings

Advanced Sake Tasting & Label Interpretation: Hone your tasting skills across diverse sake styles and confidently decipher complex sake labels for informed recommendations and purchasing decisions.
Sake Production Part II: Delve deeper into yeast starters (Yamahai, Kimoto), the significance of sake rice varieties like Yamadanishiki, and the impact of regionality on flavor profiles.
Exploring Special & Unclassified Sake: Discover unique and non-traditional sake types, expanding your knowledge base for innovative offerings. Understand how temperature manipulation affects sake character.
The Art & Science of Food & Sake Pairing: A hands-on exploration of Umami and flavor matching, including pairings with cheese and chocolate, to unlock creative and profitable menu combinations.

Day 3 (Optional - In-Person or Online Exam)

Comprehensive Review: Recap of key concepts and Q&A session to solidify your understanding.
Hospitality Workshop (In-Person): Practical strategies for effectively showcasing, recommending, and serving sake in a professional setting.
Final Exam: A 40-multiple-choice question assessment to validate your theoretical knowledge.
Sake Tasting Exam (20 minutes): Demonstrate your ability to identify and describe sake characteristics.
Flexible Exam Options: Choose between an in-person or online exam to accommodate your work schedule. The online exam, conducted virtually with Sandra, offers a comprehensive review before the theory and practical tasting components.

Elevate Your Status. Enhance Your Sales. Master Sake.
Enroll in the Sake Sommelier Course today and position yourself as a leader in the world of sake.

Enrolments will be closed 1 week before course date:
Late enrolments will only be considered case by case basis but students are encourage to enrol earlier to be fully prepared for the course.

Perth
options:

Private Tuition : $1650
Hospitality discount % when enrolled
Group discount

Expression of Interest Group sessions
Class size 6 Maximum for more interactive learning.
2025 dates
July 7th, 8th, 9th
July 14th, 15th,16th
July 21st, 22nd, 23rd
Holiday Inn (3 days)

Entry Requirements. There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
You must be of legal drinking age to participate in any alcohol tasting.
However, this is not a barrier to successfully completing the qualification.
Certification On successful completion of the course, you’ll be presented with an official SSA certificate and lapel pin, qualifying you as a certified Sake Sommelier.
sake certificate & pin
14 sake tasting
Japanese lunch + sake experience provided
extra experience Italian lunch pairing experience
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Sydney
Options:
Private Tuition: $1650
Hospitality Discount % when enrolled
Group Discount
Dates: 2025 July 26th, 27th, 28th
Class size 6 Maximum for more interactive learning.

Eligibility must be in Sydney or willing to fly to Sydney
sake certificate & pin
private tuition style of interactive teaching according to your ability
14 sake tasting
cheese and chocolate experience
Japanese lunch + sake experience provided

Sydney

Entry Requirements. There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
You must be of legal drinking age to participate in any alcohol tasting.
However, this is not a barrier to successfully completing the qualification.
Certification On successful completion of the course, you’ll be presented with an official SSA certificate and lapel pin, qualifying you as a certified Sake Sommelier.

Re-test is available online : $185 to resit + shipping for tasting exam

Perth enrol now

CONTACT: SANDRA GWEE
0421 729 666

Sydney Enrol Now