Global Education in Wines, Beers and Spirits

Learn, Taste, Enjoy: Elevate your journey in the World of Drinks!

Panama Wine Academy offers an exceptional learning experience for both wine, beer and spirits lovers and professionals.

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WSET®

Wines

From basic introduction to advanced mastery of regions, viticulture, winemaking and technical tasting.

  • Level 1: Beginner
  • Level 2: Intermediate
  • Level 3: Advanced
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WSET®

Beers

Explore the diversity of beer styles, learn about their ingredients and brewing processes, and discover the fundamentals of pairing and proper service.

WSET®

Spirits

Explore global categories of spirits and the factors that influence their aroma and flavor.

About PWA

Passion for beverages, commitment to excellence.

Panama Wine Academy is born from a passion for beverages and education. We wish to contribute to the growth of the hospitality sector in Panama, offering courses for both professionals and passionate consumers.

The courses we offer have a perfect balance between theory and tasting. Our students not only gain a deep knowledge of beverages, but also develop practical skills to taste and evaluate them.

We offer prestigious internationally recognized certifications that serve as a testament to your knowledge.

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2026 Schedule

Upcoming Dates

  • WSET Nivel 1 en Vinos

    Open12 seats available
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  • WSET Nivel 2 en Vinos

    Almost full3 seats available
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  • WSET Nivel 3 en Vinos

    Open8 seats available
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  • WSET Nivel 1 en Cervezas

    Open15 seats available
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  • WSET Nivel 2 en Cervezas

    Open10 seats available
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  • WSET Nivel 1 en Espirituosos

    Open10 seats available
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  • WSET Nivel 2 en Espirituosos

    Open8 seats available
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* Dates are subject to change based on center availability.

Experiences

Voices of our community

“The WSET2 course was an incredible experience. The instructor's ability to make technical material accessible is admirable. It truly changes the way you choose a wine.”

Ana RodríguezWSET 2 Student

“Excellent balance between theory and practice. I now have the confidence to recognize regions and varieties in any restaurant in the city.”

Ricardo MéndezWSET 2 Student

“An invaluable investment for any hospitality professional in Panama. The environment is extremely positive and the teaching level is very high.”

Laura CastilloWSET 1 Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

Anyone interested in the world of wine, from complete beginners to professionals seeking a globally recognized certification.

No, Level 1 is specifically designed for those starting from scratch or wishing to formalize their basic knowledge.

Normally we deliver the books on the first day of class. However, if you would like to start reading and studying in advance, contact us to coordinate early delivery of study materials.

We request exams 3 weeks in advance. Before that date, it is possible to postpone an exam for free. Once exams have been requested, it is no longer possible to change the exam date and we will be obliged to charge the costs of a new exam.

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There are numerous institutions in the world that offer sommelier certifications. Some of the most internationally recognized are the Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) and the Association de la Sommellerie Internationale (ASI). These institutions, as well as WSET, are accredited organizations and their certifications are internationally recognized.