Understanding the features of different types of alcoholic beverages sold in retail outlets

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
T/600/0655
Credits:
4
Guided learning hours:
29 hours

Assessment Guidance

None specified.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know the features of packaged beer, cider and perry products.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Describe the similarities and differences between beer, cider and perry.

  • 1.2

    Identify the main categories of beers, ciders and perries.

  • 1.3

    Describe the features of different types of beer.

  • 1.4

    Describe the features of different types of cider.

  • 1.5

    Describe the features of different types of perry.

2

Know the features of packaged wine products.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Describe how wines are classified according to their geographical origin and method of production.

  • 2.2

    Describe the key characteristics of wines which will affect the consumer’s perception of individual wines on drinking them.

  • 2.3

    Identify the key terms used to describe the characteristics of individual wines.

  • 2.4

    Describe the type of information given on wine labels.

  • 2.5

    Identify the different storage requirements for red, white, rosé, sparkling and fortified wines.

3

Know the features of packaged spirits, vermouths and liqueurs.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Describe the similarities and differences between spirits, vermouths and liqueurs.

  • 3.2

    Identify the main categories of spirits, vermouths and liqueurs.

  • 3.3

    Describe the features of different types of international spirits.

  • 3.4

    Describe the features of different types of vermouths.

  • 3.5

    Describe the features of different types of liqueurs.

4

Understand the legislation relating to the sale of alcoholic beverages.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Identify the main licensing laws relating to the retail sale of alcoholic beverages.

  • 4.2

    Describe the key requirements of the main licensing laws relating to the retail sale of alcoholic beverages.

  • 4.3

    Identify the main pieces of consumer legislation relating to the retail sale of alcoholic beverages.

  • 4.4

    Describe the key requirements of the main pieces of consumer legislation relating to the retail sale of alcoholic beverages.