2020-2021 College Catalog

FST 251 Introduction to Wines, Beers, and Spirits

A descriptive introduction to the history, science, sensory, economics, and societal aspects of alcoholic beverages. Prerequisites: High school biology and chemistry; 21 years of age or older. Addendum: This course is intended to articulate to Oregon State University (OSU) as FST 251. This course is an educational class designed to increase students’ product knowledge of wine, beer and spirits. The point of the class is not to consume alcohol per se. In order to receive the maximum educational benefit from the samples provided; students are to print, bring and complete each week’s tasting sheet in class. The samples provided are for tasting purposes only and will be limited to a total of no more than two standard servings of beverage alcohol. Students are not required to swallow samples and may swirl, evaluate and spit in the cups provided for this purpose. All unconsumed samples are to be disposed of as directed and not shared with other students. Any student who would prefer not to taste or consume the samples provided may request an alternate assignment.

Credits

3