WSET Level 1 Sake-September 19th
Gordon’s is thrilled to welcome Commonwealth Wine School to our Main St. location as a new venue for their WSET classes. For the first time, students can take their sake certification course right here at Gordon’s—through a one-day intensive session—taught by the expert instructors from Commonwealth Wine School. We’re excited to host this exceptional sake education experience in our space.
September 2026 Intensive Course Date - Gordon's Wine
Class runs on Saturday, September 19th, from 10am-5pm ET
Online Exam on September 27th at 12pm ET
(alternate exam dates and in person paper-based exams are also available)
Location: Gordon’s Fine Wine & Liquors, 894 Main St Waltham, MA
About WSET Level 1 Sake:
A beginner level sake class for people working in a career in the beverage industry or anyone who has an interest to learn about sake. This qualification offers an exploration around the main styles and types of sake through sight, smell and taste to understand the key factors affecting flavors and aromas. Upon successful completion of a short exam you will receive a WSET digital certificate and digital badge.
What You’ll Learn:
The basic principles of sake production
The main types and styles of sake
How to serve sake
Factors affecting the flavor of sake
How to taste describe sake using WSET’s Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Sake®
Cost: $475
Price includes all study materials, sake samples, online examination (one attempt), and tuition
Location: Commonwealth Wine School, Cambridge, MA
Instructor: Marina Giordano
To book WSET Level 1 Sake, please click the button above and you will be directed to Commonwealth Wine School's website.
