Whiskey University says: The "Whiskey 101 Tasting Class" is the first and most basic of all the classes that we teach at Whiskey University. (NOTE: classes do not need to be taken in order)

In Whiskey 101, you will learn the difference between Distilled Spirits & Fermented Beverages (or hard liquor vs. soft liquor, like beer and wine). You will learn about and taste some of the seven major Distilled Spirits including; Whiskey, Vodka, Rum, Tequila, Gin, Brandy and Liqueur. You will be able to differentiate between those liquors.

Next you will learn about and taste some of the eight most popular types of Whiskey; Bourbon, Scotch, Tennessee, Canadian, Rye, Flavored, American Blended, Irish, and Corn Whiskey (Moonshine) and find out what makes them different.

Then you will learn what a Super Premium Bourbon or Top Shelf Whiskey is and how they saved the the bourbon industry.

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There are twelve basic classes that make up the General University Requirements (G.U.R.’s). They are Whiskey 101; Bourbon 201; Tennessee Whiskey 202;

“Tenn-tucky” {the 5 Whiskey making Regions in the Mid-South States}; International Whiskys; “The Big 3”; The Bourbon Capital Region; The Bluegrass Region; The Whiskey Row Region; and Milestones in Bourbon History.

In order to qualify for the first level of recognition the student must take Bourbon 201 and any other 4 Tasting Classes. After completing these you earn a ”Certificate of Completion” in Basic Whiskey Studies and the title of ”Apprentice Bourbon Taster.”