Information Package / Course Catalogue
Alcoholic Beverages Training
Course Code: İKM001
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Short Cycle (Associate's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 4
Objectives of the Course

The aim is to teach the historical development, production technologies, types, and characteristics of alcoholic beverages; to familiarize students with fermentation and distillation processes; and to provide knowledge and skills in the preparation and serving of different alcoholic beverages.

Course Content

The history, classification, and basic concepts of alcoholic beverages.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.It explains the historical development, production processes, and types of alcoholic beverages.
2.It distinguishes the characteristics of beverages produced through fermentation and distillation methods.
3.It applies serving rules for different alcoholic beverages and food-beverage pairings.
4.They gain the skills to prepare and serve alcoholic beverages in a bar environment in accordance with hygiene, safety, and ethical rules.
5.They pair alcoholic beverages with food and know service etiquette.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Gastronomide İçecekler, Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Tufan Süren ve Arş. Gör. Batuhan Öztürk, NOBEL AKADEMİK YAYINCILIK
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
The history, classification, and basic concepts of alcoholic beverages.
Week 2 - Theoretical
Alcohol fermentation: basic principles and raw materials
Week 3 - Theoretical
Beer production technology, malt preparation and fermentation. (Assignment)
Week 4 - Theoretical
Grape varieties used in wine production and wine grape technology.
Week 5 - Theoretical
White and red wine production processes
Week 6 - Theoretical
Sparkling wine and champagne production techniques (Quiz)
Week 7 - Theoretical
Wine maturation, storage, and serving methods
Week 8 - Theoretical
Distillation technology: basic principles and types of alcohol.
Week 9 - Theoretical
Rakı production technology and characteristics. (Midterm Examination)
Week 10 - Theoretical
Whiskey production technology and types
Week 11 - Theoretical
Vodka, rum, and tequila production technologies
Week 12 - Theoretical
Liqueurs and flavored drinks – production techniques and classification
Week 13 - Theoretical
Cocktail making techniques and standard recipes
Week 14 - Theoretical
Pairing alcoholic beverages with food, service rules, and bar practices.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Assignment1%10
Quiz1%10
Midterm Examination1%20
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory140228
Assignment1707
Quiz1617
Midterm Examination113114
Final Examination141142
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)98
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
OÇ-1
4
1
2
3
OÇ-2
3
1
1
4
OÇ-3
1
4
1
1
2
2
5
OÇ-4
1
3
1
2
5
5
1
OÇ-5
1
4
1
1
1
2
5
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026