Spirits Education Classes
Certified Specialists of Spirits Review Preparation
To prepare for the Society of Wine Educators’ Certified Specialist of Spirits exam, Martignetti Companies offers a 9 week course that is taught by Troy Clarke at the Martignetti Companies headquarters Spirits Education Training bar in Taunton, MA. Contact your Martignetti representative if you are interested in signing up. Classes will be announced at a later date and will be held in Martignetti Companies Spirits Education Center at 500 John Hancock Rd, Taunton, MA.
Wk1: Introduction and Course Material passed out
Wk2: Sprit Production/Sensory Evaluation of Spirits
Wk3: Vodka & Other Neutral Spirits/ Gin & Other Flavored Spirits
Wk4: Whiskies/ Brandies & Other Fruit-Based Spirits
Wk5: Rum/ Tequila & Other Agave Based Beverages
Wk6: Liqueurs, Vermouth, Amari and Bitters
Wk7: Mixology/Impact of Alcohol on Health
Wk8: Final Review
Wk9: Makeup – Missed Chapter Reviews or areas you feel need more discussion
ASSIGNED TEST DATE: This will be provided by Troy Clarke for your CSS Certification Test @Pearson Testing Center
Test Breakdown (give or take) Topic #of exam questions
Distillation & Spirit Types/Mixology/Misc. 20
Whiskies 15
Brandy 15
Vodka 11
Liquor 6
Gin 11
Rum 11
Tequila 11