Designed for everyone, from beginners to professionals, SakeVerse is a unique platform devoted to the world of sake.We provide a dynamic learning environment tailored for all skill levels and are renowned for launching the industry's first online academy.Our fusion of engaging content and advanced technology, enhanced by professional certification, is meticulously crafted to elevate your understanding and appreciation of sake.Join us, and step into the SakeVerse...
Online + in-person
Introductory Sake Professional (ISP)
This course is a unique opportunity for sake enthusiasts to further their understanding of sake. The course covers everything from sake origins and serving etiquette to its ingredients and production. Guests are also introduced to the differences between various types of sake.
Online + In Person
Certified Sake Sommelier (CSS)
This expansive course covers the broader aspects of the sake industry, including how to work with sake, from introducing it to customers, to storage and purchasing. We also delve into the science of umami; and taste a multitude of different sake.
Online: Self-Paced
ISP Online (Coming Soon)
Introductory Sake Professional: This course is a unique opportunity for sake enthusiasts to further their understanding of sake. The course covers everything from sake origins and serving etiquette to its ingredients and production. Guests are also introduced to the differences between various types of sake.Social features such as course forums, group tastings, and live Q&A sessions will foster a deeper understanding of the material, while working alongside others on the same sake journey.This course is self-paced and entirely online. You will have 3-months to complete the course and pass the exam. Tastings and exams are held live on a bi-weekly basis.
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Online + In-person
Introductory Sake Professional
The Introductory Sake Professional course is the first step to entering the sake sommelier world.This course is a unique opportunity for sake enthusiasts to further their understanding of sake. The course covers everything from sake origins and serving etiquette to its ingredients and production. Guests are also introduced to the differences between various types of sake.This course includes a tasting component where a range of the finest sake available are sampled, and guests will receive a certificate for their participation.Course Outline (4 hours):
• Intro to History and Culture
• Overview of Sake Production
• How to Taste Sake
• Sake Etiquette
• Interactive Demo
Location
Online
Denver, CO
Dates mountain time
TBD TBD:10am-2pm
Online + In-person
Certified Sake Sommelier
The only official Certified Sake Sommelier qualification in the world!Widely recognized within the sake world, the Certified Sake Sommelier is a fantastic way to further expand your career in the sake service industry.This multi-day course covers the broader aspects of the sake industry: including how to work with sake, from introducing it to customers, to storage and purchasing. We also delve into the science of umami; and taste a multitude of different sake. All students who pass will receive their certified sake sommelier qualification － recognized globally in the food & beverage industry for its high standards － and a sommelier lapel pin.Sake Sommeliers will be eligible to attend the prestigious global Sake Challenges as tasting judges as well as enter the coveted Sake Sommelier of the Year competition.Prerequisite:
• ISP Course or Industry ExperienceCourse Outline (18 hours):
• The History and Culture of Sake
• Sake Production
• Sake Tasting & The Science of Umami
• How to Work with Sake
• Service Etiquette
• Interactive Workshops & Pairings
• Sake CocktailsIncludes:
• Course & Exam Fee
• Sake Samples
• Snack Pairing Kit
Location
Online
Denver, CO
Dates mountain time
TBD TBD:10am-3pm
About Us
We believe in the power of accessibility. We also understand that everyone learns differently. We offer a range of options from live in person to self-paced online, and any hybrid in between.
Learning Methods
Our platform is built to offer courses in several formats, and schedules, to accommodate a variety of lifestylesThere's something for everyone.
Educators
Our Educators are all Certified Sake Sommeliers, with many holding higher credentials or even multiple certificates.Say hello and give them a follow!
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Learning Methods
We believe in the power of accessibility. We also understand that everyone learns differently. We offer a range of options from live in person to self-paced online, and any hybrid in between. Sample Tasting Kits are always optional and free to students.
Live
These courses are run live in a dual-format: students can join us for an immersive in-person experience or they can join us via webinar.-> In-Person: includes one meal per day and a local brewery tour (tour subject to availability, weekends only).
-> Online Webinar: includes free shipping.
Hybrid
Coming Soon: These courses operate on a hybrid model - you can learn the basics at your own pace, online, before joining us in-person for the final day of the live sessions. This day will always include the exam and a practice tasting (bring your samples or see below).-> This format includes either free shipping or a free meal & tasting. Both can be accommodated for an additional fee.
Self-Paced: Online
Coming Soon: These courses are self-paced and entirely online. You will have 3-months to complete the course and an additional 1-month to take the live exam. Tastings and Exams are held live, twice a month.-> Shipping included
Course Format
Our Live courses come in two formats to fit everyone's schedule.
Weekend Experience
These courses are high-intensity commitments that pack the entire experience into a single weekend — get comfortable with your classmates!These immersive sessions will include special pairings, brewery tours, and other excursions, when available.
Weekly - Weekday Evenings
-> The ISP Course is usually offered as a single evening session. It is sometimes over two-nights in a single week.-> The CSS Course is split into multiple, easy to learn sessions and are taught at a relaxed pace. These sessions are held 2-3 nights a week over the course of 2-3 weeks.
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