The Advanced Whisky Ambassador

15, 22 Jun 2025 (Sun) | 10am-6pm | Exam: 7 Jul 2025 (Mon) | HK$9280

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The Advanced Whisky Ambassador is the next level of The Whisky Ambassador – the original accredited Scotch Whisky training course established in 2012. This level dives deep into the technology and production, and discusses on how they influence the sensory profile of Scotch Whisky. The program would help participants to become a true expert and boost their confidence to talk about Scotland’s national drink. 

In 2 days, our accredited educator will guide you through:

• Malting
• Milling
• Mashing
• Fermentation
• Malt & Grain Distillation
• Maturation
• Aroma
• Blending and Bottling

The program welcomes whisky trade professionals, bartenders and sommeliers, as well as whisky collectors and lovers. 

What is included in the program:

• Whisky and Other Spirits: Technology, Production and Marketing by Graham Stewart, Julie Kellershohn & Inge Russell
• Minimum 16 tasting samples for whisky experiences
• Examination sit (one-time)
• Certificates & pins for those who pass the examination

Prerequisite

All applicants must be over 18+

Participants must have a general knowledge of Scotch whisky, including the production areas, whisky production, nosing and tasting techniques, which can be acquired from:

• The Whisky Ambassador (Level 1)
• WSET Level 2 Award in Spirits

Eddie Nara CSE
Eddie is a renowned spirits industry leader and Whisky & Gin Ambassador lead tutor for HK, Macau and China. He is Asia’s 1st Certified Spirits Educator accredited by the Society of Wine Educators, an International Spirits judge for IWSC and HKIWSC and an esteemed cocktail judge. Although known for his passion for all spirits, Eddie has a deep knowledge and understanding of both Scotch and world whiskies. Eddie’s commitment to education is invaluable to the industry and he is a mentor and inspiration to many aspiring bar professionals across Asia.

The Whisky Ambassador
The Whisky Ambassador programme is the original accredited Scotch Whisky training course. Designed both for the Licensed trade and those seeking a comprehensive grasp of Scotch, the course gives you the knowledge, skills and confidence to talk to customers about Scotland’s national drink, furthermore improving customer experience and exponentially increasing sales of Scotland in a glass.® Having been established for a number of years in Scotland, the Whisky Ambassador’s emphasis on immersive and interactive learning has seen our courses rapidly expand to spread intimate knowledge of Scotch whisky across 22 countries and six continents.