Module Overview

Wine & Beverage Studies 2

The aim of this module is to build on Wine and Beverage Studies 1 and further develop the learner’s knowledge and understanding of wine and beverage studies by enhancing their knowledge of control issues and product knowledge essential to the development of competent management skills

Module Code

WINE H2004

ECTS Credits

5

*Curricular information is subject to change

Wine Product knowledge-Part 2

USA-Key regions, their styles of wines, their grape varieties and labelling terms South America-Key regions, their styles of wines, their grape varieties and labelling terms Australia and New Zealand-Key regions, their styles of wines, their grape varieties and labelling terms South Africa-Key regions, their styles of wines, their grape varieties and labelling terms

Cocktails theory and practical

The history and origins of the cocktail. The current market for cocktails in the wine and beverage sector.Professionally describe, and serve a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails.

The Coffee and Tisanes Sector

The theory of coffee.The range of speciality coffees and tisanes. Professionally prepare and serve a variety of coffees and teas.

Fortified wines/Sparkling Wines

Important labelling terms and associated styles of wine.Methods of Production.The role of brands in theindustry.

Stock Operations

Methods of Purchasing.Purchasing documentation.Considerations when purchasing stock and equipment.Stock rotation and management/Stock Taking.Stock storage considerations.

Ethics and the Wine and Beverage Sector

Health Issues and alcohol.Customer Service.The management of trouble in the licensed sector.Responsible Service of Alcohol.

Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown %
Formal Examination70
Other Assessment(s)30