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Dear Students, Alumni, and Community,
As we mark an exciting milestone—our 20-year anniversary—we’re proud to share an important evolution in our journey. The Wine & Spirit Archive is becoming Wine and Drinks Academy.
This change reflects both where we’ve been and where we’re headed. Over the past two decades, we’ve built something meaningful together: a place grounded in education, curiosity, and professional growth. As the wine industry and the broader world of drinks continue to expand, our new name better captures the full scope of what we offer—and what you can expect moving forward.
While the name is changing, our foundation remains the same. You’ll still find the same dedication to excellence, the same passionate and knowledgeable educators, and the same focus on helping you build confidence, expertise, and a lasting connection to the world of drinks.
Thank you for being part of our community over the years. We’re excited for what’s ahead and look forward to continuing that journey with you as Wine and Drinks Academy.
Warmly,
Wine and Drinks Academy
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Thank you for being such an important part of our 20-year story. We can’t wait to welcome you back.
~ MIMI MARTIN
Founder / Education Director
Wine and Drinks Academy
Thousands of alumni –
Our student and alumni community are our primary focus. Combining passion with seriousness of purpose, our dedicated alumni now flourish in careers where they can share their joy and expertise. Whether in the classroom or at events with these alumni, you will grow a vast network of professionals whose reputations are unmatched in the industry.
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That’s us! Founded in 2006, The Wine & Spirit Archive is our historic name. In 2026 — to celebrate our 20th anniversary — we became Wine and Drinks Academy.
The Wine and Drinks Academy name reflects our commitment to offering the highest level wine, beer, sake, and spirits training for professionals and enthusiasts.
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Because we want to welcome you to our community!
Although our courses are structured and thoughtfully designed, we also emphasize keeping things clear, engaging, and approachable. The learning environment balances rigor with enjoyment, keeping curiosity at the center.
Beyond the classroom, you join a lasting alumni community that supports continued learning, connection, and professional growth across the wine, spirits, beer, and sake industries.
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We offer classes for curious beginners to seasoned industry professionals. At the core are internationally recognized WSET courses in wine, spirits, beer, and sake, designed to build a strong foundation and pathway for certification and career advancement.
Alongside WSET, we offer expands learning through Tasting Room Training (TRT) courses for hospitality staff, Wine Scholar Guild courses for in-depth regional study, Champagne Specialist programs, and a range of advanced tasting classes for those looking to deepen expertise and stay connected.