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Certificate for Module (Cocktail Appreciation and the Craft of Mixology)
證書(單元 : 雞尾酒鑑賞與調酒技巧)
CEF Reimbursable Course
- Course Code
- HT035A
- Application Code
- 2270-1867AW
- QF Level
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Continuing Education Fund
This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.
- Credit
- 6
- Study mode
- Part-time
- Start Date
- 08 Feb 2025 (Sat)
- Duration
- 30 hours
- Language
- English, supplemented with Cantonese
- Course Fee
- HK$9,000 per programme inclusive of:
1.) Learning materials in English
2.) Different cocktails for tasting
3.) Cocktail crafting experience
4.) 3-hour Cocktail Bar visit
- Enquiries
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28678479 / 2520460728610278
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Whether you're a cocktail lover, a hospitality professional, or someone looking to explore a new hobby, this course will equip you as a confident and skilled bartender, ready to create memorable experiences through the art of cocktail making.
Exciting News: Our Cocktail course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.
CEF Course Code: 43C157367
Programme Overview
Highlights
What is Mixology? Mixology is a term for mixing drinks or bartending, and a mixologist is a title for a bartender or bar chef. Thus, mixology is about the art and craft of mixing drinks and the mixologist is the professional who practises it.
This programme is designed to provide a sound introduction to mixology and it is suitable for those who are interested to broaden their cocktail knowledge and the craft of cocktail. Students will be introduced to the main styles and categories of cocktails, spirits, liqueurs and their defining characteristics, as well as the classic and modern cocktail recipes. Through demonstrations and self-practice, students can choose appropriate bar tools, garnishes, and ingredients to craft their own cocktails in classes and eventually enhance their cocktail crafting techniques. A bar visit in the hotel will be arranged to get students familiar with the real operating environment of a bar. Thus, this programme prepares students to develop their interests to be mixologists for both social and work purposes.
INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
On completion of the programme, students should be able to:
1. List the principal styles and categories of cocktails and describe their defining characteristics and flavour profiles;
2. Describe the historical background and development of cocktails, cocktail presentation and bar categories;
3. Distinguish the essential ingredients of cocktail making, including spirits, liqueurs and aromatized wines; and describe their key characteristics;
4. Identify the common bar equipment and tools used in crafting cocktails and servicing of drinks; and
5. Explain and demonstrate how the key types of cocktails are made, using basic techniques, essential ingredients, and garnishes.
WHY HKU SPACE?
1. Students can taste many types of cocktail during the course of their studies, and they are systematically arranged by classroom session.
2. A unique site visit to a Cocktail Bar, allowing students to have direct and first-hand experience inside the Bar, and have the opportunity to blend and craft their own cocktail!
3. Our mixology course is taught by qualified professional who is knowledgeable in cocktail around the world.
4. Our mixology course will be delivered by a single teacher throughout the entire course to ensure consistency in content and teaching style.
5. Small class-size in this mixology program brings about better teaching and learning, and enhances teacher-student interaction.
Programme Details
The programme consists of 30 hours of face-to-face teaching, 3 hours each, with the following two parts:
(1) Lectures and In-class practises (27 hours): Students will learn about the main styles and categories of cocktails, spirits, liqueurs and their defining characteristics, as well as classic and contemporary cocktail recipes.
Besides, students will learn to use appropriate bar tools, basic equipment and ingredients, craft and prepare their own cocktails in class, and finally improve their drink-making techniques.
(2) Cocktail bar visit (3 hours): A bar visit at hotel will be arranged to get students familiar with the real operating environment of a bar. Thus, the programme develops students' interests in becoming mixologists or bartenders for both social and work purposes.
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SYLLABUS
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The history of cocktails and mixed drinks
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The theory of mixology
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Mixologists and service
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Spirits and others alcoholic ingredients |
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Tools, Ingredients and Glassware |
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Craft of Cocktail
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Cocktail Recipes
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Modern Bar Industry and cocktails
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ASSESSMENT and award
| Type of Assessment | Description | Weighting |
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| Test 1 | Practical: Cocktail Service Demonstration | 20% |
| Test 2 | 40 Multiple Choice Questions in 45 minutes | 80% |
| Total : 100% |
Note: Students may apply to resit the Test if they are unsuccessful, subject to a fee.
Upon successful completion of the programme, students will be awarded a "Certificate for Module (Cocktail Appreciation and the Craft of Mixology)" within the HKU system via HKU SPACE. For those students who cannot pass the assessments but have completed at least 70% of attendance, a Statement of Attendance will be issued to them.
HKU SPACE WINE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (WAA)
Students are eligible to be a member of HKU SPACE Wine Alumni Association (WAA) after completion of the course. On a regular basis, the executive committee will post the latest updates and promotional materials on the availability of the seminars and events, discounts and offers on the Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/hkuspacewaa; Email will also be sent for information.
Life Membership Fee is HK$200 to current students and alumni of all HKU SPACE wine/spirits/sake/beer programmes. Majority of WAA events are hosted by leading figures in the wine industry. All events are exclusive to members, and sometimes with their guests.
FUTURE EVENTS
- Wine tastings
- Wine dinners
- Master classes
- Wine seminars
- Idea sharing programmes
| Application Code | 2270-1867AW | Apply Online Now |
| Start Date | 01 Feb 2025 (Sat) | |
| Apply Online Now | ||
Duration
- 30 hours
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Kowloon West Campus
KWC501 (Wine Room)
Modules & Class Details
Class Details
CLASS DETAILS
| Application Code | Date and Time | Test | Application Deadline |
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2270-1867AW (Weekend Class) |
Feb 8 (Sat): 10:00am - 5:00pm (Lectures and In-class practises)
Feb 9 (Sun): 10:00am - 5:00pm (Lectures and In-class practises)
Feb 15 (Sat): 10:00am - 1:00pm (Cocktail bar visit in Tsim Sha Tsui hotel)
3:00pm - 6:00pm (Lectures and In-class practises in KWC)
Feb 16 (Sun)*: 10:00am - 6:00pm (Lectures and In-class practises)
Feb 22 (Sat)*: 10:00am - 5:00pm (Lectures and In-class practises) *(Test 1 will be held on that day)
#Each teaching day includes 1 hour lunch time |
Test 1 (Practical Test): Feb 22
Test 2 (Multiple Choice Test): Feb 16 |
31 Dec 2024 |
OUR TEACHER
Ms Sky HUO
Sky holds a WSET Level 3 Award in Spirits and she is a Certified Spirits Educator with the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET). She graduated from the School of Communication at Hong Kong Baptist University and has pursued a successful career in the hospitality industry.
In 2014, Sky was named one of the ‘Top 25 Bartenders of Drinks World Asia HK’, inspiring her to gain international experience working at several ‘World's 50 Best Bars’ in Australia and the UK. She returned to Hong Kong to manage “The Sea”, which is a sister bar of “The Old Man bar” which was the best bar in Asia in 2019.
Sky has a deep understanding of spirits and an extensive knowledge of cocktail culture around the world. She effortlessly shares her expertise through engaging and informative lessons. Recognized for her cocktail innovation with awards including ‘Gary Regan World 101 Best New Cocktail’ in 2015 and 2016, and recipe recorded in the bartender bible "The Joy of Mixology".
Sky is an expert in spirits and cocktails. Students will benefit greatly from Sky’s many years of experience in the industry as well as her passion for teaching spirits and cocktails.
Fee & Entry Requirements
Fee
- HK$9,000 per programme inclusive of:
1.) Learning materials in English
2.) Different cocktails for tasting
3.) Cocktail crafting experience
4.) 3-hour Cocktail Bar visit
Entry Requirements
Applicants shall be aged at least 18 years or above, and do not have any health problems that made them unfit for alcoholic beverage tasting.
CEF
- The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100
| CEF Courses | ||
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| CERTIFICATE FOR MODULE (COCKTAIL APPRECIATION AND THE CRAFT OF MIXOLOGY) 證書（單元：雞尾酒鑑賞與調酒技巧） |
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| COURSE CODE 43C157367 | FEES $9,000 | ENQUIRY 2867-8479 |
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Continuing Education Fund This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund. |
Certificate for Module (Cocktail Appreciation and the Craft of Mixology)
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Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:
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Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.
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If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.
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Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment.
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- Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
- HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
- For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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