The Guild of Beer Sommeliers will be holding their first Beer & Food Pairing course in London on Friday 24th January 2025. The course is part of the Beer Sommelier qualification but we feel it will be of interest to a wider audience.
The course had been trialled and received a very favourable endorsement.
As an introduction we are offering an exclusive Guild of British Beer Writers member discount of 25% off this first course taking the cost from the usual price of £195.00 to just £146.25 (incl. VAT). The timings on the day are 10:30am to 3pm.
“We’re thrilled to offer this unique opportunity for beer lovers and professionals to deepen their understanding of beer,” said Alex Barlow, Master Brewer and Chief Assessor for the Guild of Beer Sommeliers.
Key Course Highlights
Learners will:
- Understand the science and artistry behind pairing beer with food for maximum flavour experience.
- Understand the perception of flavour
- Understand principal taste interactions between beer and food and the impact of intensity when matching beer and food
- Understand the concept of the 3 ‘C’s (Complement, Contrast, Cut)
- Be able to apply and explain beer matching principles with a range of food
- Know how to plan and deliver a beer and food pairing event
Participants who successfully complete the training will receive a certificate, demonstrating their proficiency in beer knowledge and expertise. This certification will be beneficial for individuals seeking career advancement in breweries, bars, restaurants, and retail businesses, as well as being a pre-requisite qualification for aspiring Beer Sommeliers preparing for their final examination.
Location and Dates:
Date: Friday 24th January 2025
Time: 10:30 to 15:00
Location: Brewhouse & Kitchen, Highbury, London
Price: £195.00 £146.25* (incl. VAT) per person
*Includes 25% discount and this price is available for British Guild of Beer Writers members only
How to Book:
To book this course and take advantage of the 25% discount, please email info@beer-sommelier.org.uk
About the Beer Sommelier Programme: The Guild of Beer Sommeliers offers a comprehensive pathway for individuals looking to deepen their knowledge and skills and become an accredited Beer Sommelier. All applicants are required to complete mandatory qualifications prior to assessment, including WSET Level 2 Award in Beer, the Award in Beer and Cellar Quality, and the newly launched Guild of Beer Sommelier courses ‘How to Judge Beer’ and ‘Beer and Food Pairing’. The final assessment covers a wide range of topics, and only those who meet the highest standards are awarded Beer Sommelier status.
The Beer Sommelier programme opens doors to many exciting opportunities within the brewing industry, beer education, and hospitality sectors.
About The Guild of Beer Sommeliers: The Beer Sommelier programme, previously facilitated by the Beer and Cider Academy (BACA), was relaunched in October 2024 thanks to a grant from the Brewing Research and Education Fund (BREF).
The Guild of Beer Sommeliers was set up by an advisory group of industry experts and is supported by the British Beer and Pub Association, the Campaign for Real Ale, Wines and Spirits Education Trust, the Society of Independent Brewers and the Guild of British Beer Writers.
Facilitation and administration of the Guild will be run by Cask Marque.
“The Guild has been set up to provide support, offer opportunities and enhance individuals’ professional development in the beer community,” said Paul Nunny, Director of Cask Marque.
For more information about the Guild of Beer Sommeliers or to enrol on the training courses visit www.beer-sommelier.org.uk or contact info@beer-sommelier.org.uk.
Media Contact:
Paul Nunny, Director, Cask Marque
Tel: 07768 614065
Email: info@beer-sommelier.org.uk
Contact: info@beer-sommelier.org.uk
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