Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Reopens Las Vegas Academy After Pandemic Lull

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is reopening its renowned Las Vegas Academy, Southern Nevada’s top beverage education center, after temporarily suspending in-person instruction because of the pandemic in 2020

The Academy returns with a full catalog of courses including its distinguished and comprehensive Academy of Spirits, Mixology and Fine Service

The Academy plans to offer more than 15 classes in 2023 including Masterclass sessions and seasonal classes

The mainstay Academy of Spirits, Mixology and Find Service course has been an important part of the Academy’s core curriculum since it was created The course covers all things wine, beer, and spirits Students will learn about the history, geography, culture, service technique, and impact of their favorite wines and spirits over 12weeks or a new accelerated 5-day bootcamp

The Academy has ser ved Southern Nevada since 2000 and has been critical in training thousands of food and beverage specialists in Las Vegas Hospitality is the primary economic engine in Las Vegas and the Academy supports the industry by educating service professionals and preparing them for further certifications in wine and spirits

Accreditation through Southern Glazer’s of Nevada’s Academy is considered a top training among the Valley’s top bars and restaurants and a strong pre-accreditation resource for international beverage examinations such as The Court of Master Sommeliers and Wine & Spirit Education Trust

The 2023 course catalog was curated by Master Sommelier Joseph Phillips and Mixologist Livio Lauro, both employees of Southern Glazer’s and respected experts in their respective fields

Southern Glazer’s has similar hospitality education centers across its U S footprint, including its state-of-the-art SGWS Wynwood facility in Miami The company employs master mixologists across North America, responsible for educating bar- tenders, beverage buyers, and corporate clients about the latest trends in cocktail culture and to develop world-class beverage programs that raise the bar for today’s demanding consumers

Southern Glazer’s mixologists hold multiple certifications from accredited organizations, such as the U S Bartenders Guild, BarSmarts, Wine & Spirit Education Trust, Society of Wine Educators, and Cicerone Certification Program, to name a few Southern Glazer’s also boasts the industry’s first national wine team dedicated to providing top quality wine education and certification for its employees and customers across the country GN