colors of water® – Training to become a certified water sommelier

Discover the world of water in its most fascinating form.

Our comprehensive "Colors of Water – Water Sommelier Training" combines decades of experience, exclusive knowledge, and unique sensory training to set a new standard in the world of water expertise. Led by Pat Eckert , certified water sommelier and author of *The Colors of Water* , you will gain access to a well-founded, in-depth, and inspiring continuing education program that goes far beyond traditional offerings.

Course overview

• Duration: over 30 hours of multimedia content (videos, texts, tasting instructions, in-depth material)

• Structure: 6 independent modules that build on each other and are also flexibly usable.

• Basis: Content from the textbook "The Colors of Water" as well as additional exclusive masterclass material

• Format: 100% online, accessible anytime, combinable with live sessions

• Included: Personal tasting with international premium waters, book issue, examination certificate

• Completion: Certificate “Certified Water Sommelier – colors of water academy”

This is what you can expect

1. Fundamentals of Water

• Water structure

• The global water cycle

• Source types and origin stories

• Mineralization and composition

2. Sensory analysis and tasting techniques

• Introduction to Sensor Technology

• Tasting systems

• Taste, mouthfeel, aroma profiles
  

3rd International Water World

• Premium waters and their origin

• Regional characteristics

• Comparative studies: Still vs. Sparkling, soft vs. mineral-rich

4. Water and Culinary Delights

• Water as an accompaniment to food

• Combinations with wine, beer and spirits

• The art of the small water map

5. Sustainability and Responsibility

• Virtual Water

• Ecological footprint

• Ethical questions surrounding water as a resource

6. Professional Application

• Consulting in the gastronomy and hotel industry

• Design of tastings and events

• Marketing water as a premium product

Tasting experience included

Includes a specially curated tasting box with 18 international premium waters for your practical sensory training. Additionally: Opportunity to participate in live tastings and concluding discussions.

Your advantages

• Access to a closed community

• Ongoing content updates

• Participation in exclusive water tastings and special webinars

• Lifelong access to the acquired learning materials

• Final exam with personal feedback

• High-quality graduation certificate

Who is this training suitable for?

• Private individuals who wish to deepen their knowledge

• Restaurateurs, sommeliers and hoteliers

• Employees of water brands, mineral springs and in retail

• Those interested in health, wellness and culinary culture

Price and booking

• Tuition fee: €1999 (incl. tasting box, book, certificate and access to all modules)
  

• Company offers available upon request

Start your journey into the fascinating world of water now!
Book your certified water sommelier training today.