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Global Whisky Education: April 2026 with Edinburgh Whisky Academy

Global Whisky Education: April 2026 with Edinburgh Whisky Academy

Mar 31, 2026

April 2026 marks another global month for Edinburgh Whisky Academy’s in-person courses taught by Approved Course Providers. Across Europe and the USA, seven courses, including a Diploma in Single Malt Whisky, bring expert whisky education to new audiences worldwide.

Across Europe, our April courses include:

  • Istanbul, Türkiye: Certificate in Sensory Appreciation (Apr 4–5) & Diploma in Single Malt Whisky (Apr 10–12). Stalwart teacher Yiğit Akdemir (Uzkeba) was one of the first educators we recruited and has helped develop the ACP programme over the last five years.
  • Piedmont, Italy: Certificate in Scotch Whisky (Apr 21, 28 & 5 May). Eugenio Levo (Gianni’s Dram) is brand new on our books but looks set to make a success of teaching courses out of his restaurant, La Farinata, over 3 consecutive weeks.
  • Saint-Jean-en-Royans, France: Certificate in Scotch Whisky (Apr 27–28). Guillaume Reynaud (Terra Rhona) is another long-standing educator, who consistently attracts strong attendance at his spectacular location.

Momentum Across the United States

 

April is also a landmark month for American whiskey education. Three Certificate in American Single Malt Whiskey courses will take place across the United States, reflecting the growing excitement around this category for enthusiasts and in the trade:

  • In Brooklyn, Lia Niskanen (Barrel Strength Talent) continues to build a vibrant whisky education hub in New York. She has some great guest speakers lined up. Book here.
  • In Colorado, Devin Ershow brings his expertise to another ASM course hosted at Stranahan’s Whiskey Distillery. Plus, he's hosting a Certificate in Scotch Whisky at The Burns Pub & Restaurant in Broomfield.
  • In Seattle, Gina Fossitt (Dandelion BevEd x True Grist) delivers the course across two days to the engaged drinks community.

Together, these courses highlight not only the rise of American Single Malt, but also the strength of our dedicated educators on the ground who are helping define its future.

Why Choose an Approved Course Provider?

Each Approved Course Provider is selected for teaching excellence, whisky knowledge and local insight. 

Students benefit from:

  • Rigorous, academically structured courses 
  • Engaging, hands-on tastings
  • Access to global whisky expertise and networking in their own city 

Whether exploring sensory evaluation, Scotch whisky or American single malt, our in-person Approved Course Provider courses are designed to educate, inspire and connect whisky lovers worldwide. Sometimes, you just can't beat being in a room with likeminded people. Find a course near you, expand your whisky knowledge and learn from the best drinks educators in the world.