The Glenturret Delivers Certificate in Scotch Whisky to Tourism Team
At Edinburgh Whisky Academy, we’re proud to support distilleries in enhancing their team’s whisky knowledge and expertise. In 2024, The Glenturret sent four of their staff to complete our flagship Diploma in Single Malt Whisky course, an advanced Level 2, SQA-Certified qualification. This achievement opened the door for them to become Approved Course Providers for our intermediate Level 1 Certificate in Scotch Whisky course, an attractive and cost-effective option for trade clients that boosts team morale and saves valuable time and resources.
We were thrilled when The Glenturret opted to bring the Certificate in Scotch Whisky course on-site for their tourism team, offering a tailored, immersive learning experience. Brand Home Manager Alex Thomson explained, “Hosting the course on-site was a fantastic opportunity to blend classroom learning with practical, hands-on experiences from our distillery. The EWA team provided fantastic support, and the course material was thorough and easy to follow.”
By teaching the course in-person, the team was able to weave in their brand story and could walk through the distillery to explore the theory in practice. “It was incredibly beneficial to teach in person,” Alex added. “It gave the team a chance to connect with the material more deeply and ask questions in real time.”
The course was scheduled during a quieter period in the Visitor Centre, allowing the team to focus on learning while also incorporating team-building activities. Alex shared that the experience not only enhanced their whisky knowledge but also boosted the team’s confidence, especially with the added insights into malting, a topic that’s rarely explored in such detail.
“The team has expressed how much they’ve benefited from the experience, and it’s been a great confidence boost for everyone,” Alex said.
Ian McKerrow & Alex Thomson at The Glenturret distillery.
Last week, Ian McKerrow, Head of Finance & International Development, had the pleasure of visiting The Glenturret on a sunny day to present the team with their printed certificates and red lapel pins. It was a proud moment, marking the team’s achievement and their dedication to furthering their whisky knowledge.
We’re thrilled to have supported The Glenturret in this learning journey and look forward to seeing the continued impact of the Certificate in Scotch Whisky on their team. If you're interested in enhancing your team's whisky knowledge and confidence, consider hosting the Certificate in Scotch Whisky at your distillery. It’s a great way to invest in your team’s development while demonstrating your commitment to whisky education and excellence.
