Format: Hybrid (Online + Sensory & Lab Practicals)
Level: Beverage Professionals, Chefs, Mixologists, Bar Managers, R&D Experts
Duration: 6 months | 24 weeks | ~150 hours
Weekly Load: 4–6 hours
Certification: Certified Beverage Science Specialist (CBSS)
Participants will:
✔ Understand the scientific principles of beverages (chemical, sensory, cultural)
✔ Study fermentation, extraction, carbonation, emulsification, and infusion processes
✔ Explore water chemistry, botanicals, coffee, tea, cacao, dairy & plant-based beverages
✔ Evaluate beverages using professional sensory techniques
✔ Develop balanced beverages across multiple categories
✔ Understand global beverage culture & modern innovation trends
✔ Design WRID-standard beverage documentation & SOPs
| # | Module | Duration | Key Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fundamentals of Beverage Chemistry | 2 weeks | pH, TDS, acidity, sugars, aroma compounds |
| 2 | Water Science & Mineral Structure | 2 weeks | Water profiles, filtration, mineral balance |
| 3 | Fermentation Science | 3 weeks | Yeast, bacteria, kombucha, kefir, beer fundamentals |
| 4 | Coffee Chemistry & Brewing Science | 3 weeks | Roasting, extraction theory, grind science, sensory |
| 5 | Tea & Botanical Infusion Science | 3 weeks | Tannins, catechins, steeping variables, blending |
| 6 | Juice, Dairy & Plant-Based Beverages | 3 weeks | Cold-press tech, emulsification, protein stability |
| 7 | Carbonation & Modern Beverage Innovation | 3 weeks | CO₂ science, sparkling, nitrogenation, flavor engineering |
| 8 | WRID Documentation & Capstone | 5 weeks | Beverage R&D + sensory profile + menu integration |
Titration & pH analysis
Water profile testing & mineral calibration
Manual fermentation practice (kombucha / kefir / cultured beverages)
Espresso calibration & brewing variables control
Tea steeping & sensory mapping
Cold extraction experiments (coffee / tea / botanicals)
Carbonation & nitrogen infusion
Texture and foam science (crema, dairy & plant milk foams)
| Component | Weight |
|---|---|
| Weekly beverage lab logs | 20% |
| Mid-term beverage chemistry quiz | 20% |
| Taste panel evaluations (sensory sheets) | 30% |
| Capstone Beverage Portfolio | 30% |
Capstone Deliverables:
✅ 3 Beverage Formulas (coffee / botanical / innovation)
✅ WRID documentation for each beverage
✅ Sensory report & pairing notes
✅ Menu-ready presentation with narrative
Refractometer & TDS meter
pH tester
Aerators & carbonation tools
Coffee tools (scale, grinder, espresso / brew kit)
Tea brewing vessels & infusion apparatus
Access to fermentation jars & sanitization tools
WRID beverage documentation sheets
Beverage Scientist & Developer
Specialty Coffee/Tea Expert
Beverage R&D Consultant
Fermentation Specialist
Bar & Beverage Program Director
Culinary Beverage Integration Specialist
Sensory Panel Leader
| Plan | Access | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Self-study | LMS + content + quizzes | $400 |
| Guided | Live beverage labs + expert review | $1,300 |
| Premium | 1-on-1 mentorship + hybrid tastings + capstone panel | $3,200 |
Regional adjustment (EU/GCC) available
Beverage Sensory Workbook
Water & extraction calibration worksheets
Fermentation log templates
WRID package for beverage R&D
Three-Beverage Innovation Portfolio
| Beverage | Focus |
|---|---|
| Cold-extracted cascara tonic | Botanical infusion extraction control |
| Nitro matcha oat beverage | Plant protein foam & nitrogenation |
| Fermented probiotic beverage | Controlled fermentation + sensory profile |
Deliverables:
Formula + brewing SOP
Chemical profile
Food pairing chart
Branding + cultural storytelling
Essentials of Beverage Science & Sensory
Duration: 8 weeks | ~32 hours
| Mode | Price |
|---|---|
| Online | $350 |
| Hybrid (with tasting lab) | $750 |
| Premium | $1,500 |
Modules:
Beverage chemistry
Water & extraction fundamentals
Fermentation mini-lab
Coffee & tea tasting intro
Final beverage formulation
Badge: Beverage Science Micro-Specialist
Beverage calibration sheets
Sensory scorecards
R&D beverage lab notes
One signature beverage formula
