Format: Hybrid (Online + Practical Labs & Tasting Workshops)
Level: Advanced Bartenders, Mixology Chefs, R&D Beverage Specialists
Duration: 6 months | 24 weeks | ~140 hours
Weekly Load: 4–6 hours
Certification: Certified Beverage & Mixology Specialist (CBMS)
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
• Understand the chemistry, physics, and sensory science behind beverages
• Master cocktails, infusions, and modern mixology techniques
• Analyze flavor compounds, acidity, sweetness, and mouthfeel in drinks
• Design signature beverages with balanced flavor profiles
• Integrate molecular mixology techniques (foams, gels, carbonation)
• Conduct R&D experiments for new beverage concepts
• Document recipes and tasting notes using WRID standards
| # | Module | Duration | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fundamentals of Beverage Science | 2 weeks | Water chemistry, pH, solubility, temperature effects, sensory perception |
| 2 | Spirits & Liqueurs | 3 weeks | Distillation basics, aging, flavor compounds, spirit profiling |
| 3 | Cocktail Chemistry | 4 weeks | Mixing methods, emulsions, carbonation, balancing taste & aroma |
| 4 | Non-Alcoholic Beverages & Infusions | 3 weeks | Tea, coffee, shrubs, syrups, botanical infusions |
| 5 | Molecular Mixology | 3 weeks | Foams, gels, spherification, nitro cocktails, carbonation techniques |
| 6 | Sensory Evaluation & Flavor Pairing | 3 weeks | Tasting techniques, flavor networks, aroma perception, mouthfeel analysis |
| 7 | Beverage Innovation & R&D | 2 weeks | Recipe prototyping, menu integration, beverage storytelling |
| 8 | Lab & Capstone Project | 4 weeks | Signature cocktail menu, R&D documentation, sensory presentation |
Classic & modern cocktail preparation
Flavor infusion with herbs, fruits, and spices
Nitro-frozen beverages and foams
Spherification of juices and liqueurs
Carbonated cocktails and soda creation
Sensory evaluation & flavor profiling of beverages
WRID documentation for recipes and tasting notes
| Component | Weight |
|---|---|
| Weekly practical exercises & tasting logs | 20% |
| Mid-term beverage science & sensory quiz | 20% |
| Applied Lab Projects (3 experimental drinks) | 30% |
| Final Capstone: Signature beverage menu + R&D report | 30% |
Capstone Deliverables:
✅ R&D logbook & WRID recipe documentation
✅ Flavor & aroma evaluation sheets
✅ Signature cocktail menu (3–5 drinks)
✅ Sensory presentation & plating (glassware styling)
Precision scales & jiggers
Shakers, stirrers, and blenders
ISI siphon & carbonation system
Infusion kits & aroma tools
Nitro setup (optional for hybrid labs)
Sensory evaluation kits & tasting glasses
Mixologist & Beverage R&D Chef
Bar Manager / Executive Bartender
Flavor Consultant — Drinks & Cocktails
Beverage Product Developer
Culinary Instructor — Mixology & Beverage Science
| Plan | Access | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Self-study | LMS modules + PDFs + quizzes | $420 |
| Guided | Live labs + peer review + flavor experiments | $1,200 |
| Premium | 1-on-1 mentorship + lab certification + capstone | $3,000 |
Regional adjustments (UAE / EU) applicable
Mixology lab workbook & templates
Flavor & sensory evaluation sheets
WRID recipe & tasting documentation sheets
Access to international beverage & mixology community
Capstone tasting event guidelines
“Liquid Innovation” — 5-Cocktail Menu
Nitro Citrus Foam Aperitif
Herb-Infused Spirit Cocktail
Molecular Spherified Fruit Drink
Carbonated Botanical Mix
Dessert Cocktail with Aroma Dome
Title: Essentials of Beverage & Mixology Science
Duration: 8 weeks | ~32 hours
Delivery: Online + optional 1-day hybrid lab
| Mode | Price |
|---|---|
| Online Guided | $330 |
| Hybrid (1-day lab) | $700 |
| Premium | $1,350 |
Modules:
Fundamentals of taste & aroma in beverages
Classic cocktail preparation & mixing methods
Molecular mixology basics (foam, spherification)
Flavor pairing & sensory evaluation
Final project: 1 signature cocktail creation
Badge: Beverage & Mixology Micro-Specialist
Lab workbook & templates
Sensory & flavor evaluation sheets
Capstone beverage menu & WRID recipe documentation
Digital portfolio
Photos/videos of lab creations
