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Whether you’re expanding your spirits education business or embedding professional whisky training into a global trade organisation, Gold status is designed to support ambitious educators with a passion for high-quality delivery.

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible for Level 2 approval, you must:

✔ Have been a Silver (Level 1) Course Provider for at least 12 months*
✔ Have successfully taught a minimum number of Certificate candidates
✔ Run an active education business or trade training programme with demonstrable demand for Diploma-level learning
✔ Attend and pass the Advanced Diploma course

What You Can Teach

Gold Providers can deliver:

• Diploma in Single Malt Whisky
• Certificate in Scotch Whisky
• Certificate in Irish Whiskey
• Certificate in American Single Malt Whiskey
• Certificate in Sensory Appreciation
• Certificate in Gin

*Adaptable for trade providers who have already delivered Certificate-level courses

Meet Our Current Gold Providers

From Hong Kong to Türkiye, Gold Level Course Providers are already bringing high-level whisky education to students around the world. Whether independent educators or trade partners, they share a commitment to excellence and the EWA learning experience.

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Gold • Level 2 • Advanced

Hong Kong • Hong Kong Wine Academy • Louis Lee • Micky Chan

Louis & Micky are veteran wine and spirits educators, blending WSET-accredited expertise with a deep passion for Asian whisky culture. Hong Kong Wine Academy is a leading light for formal drinks education in the region.

Learn MoreContact Micky

Puerto Rico • Academia de Whisky • Joe Cabassa

Joe is a pioneering voice for whisky education in Latin America, known for his engaging delivery and efforts to grow the whisky community across Puerto Rico and beyond.

Learn MoreContact Joe

Türkiye • Uzkeba • Yiğit Akdemir

Founder of Uzkeba, Yiğit combines a scientific background with storytelling flair to make whisky education accessible and inspiring throughout Türkiye.

Learn MoreContact Yiğit

UAE, Dubai • Barrels & Beyond • Bharat Rathore

Bharat is a certified whisky expert and entrepreneur bringing world-class spirits education to the heart of Dubai’s hospitality and enthusiast scene.

Learn MoreContact Bharat

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