The role of the bartender is the gatekeeper of the backbar, expected to understand and advocate for the flavour profile of every spirit they stock.

But in an industry that rarely teaches formal tasting skills, why are bartenders expected to be naturally good at a skill that is a life's work to master? And how do we tell if a spirit is the real deal or if we’re being tricked by shortcuts to quality?

Join our seminar, ‘So You Think You Can Taste?’ and learn the finer details of how to taste spirits from some of the very best in the industry.

We’ll be exploring under-appreciated facets of flavour in isolation, such as texture, esters, development, and length, and we’ll give you the opportunity to throw your hat in the ring with a friendly blind-tasting competition that helps you put your nose to the test!

Hosted by: Hannah Lanfear, Founding Director & Spirit Educator, The Mixing Class