Diageo India and WSET join hands to empower women for bartending jobs

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Curated as part of the ‘Our Hive’ platform of Diageo India, through the association over 80 women will be trained and certified in WSET Level 1.

In a move set to redefine inclusivity and professional growth in the Indian beverage industry, Diageo India, in collaboration with the globally renowned Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) and powered by the Diageo Bar Academy, has launched exclusive WSET Level 1 Spirits training sessions for women bartenders and junior professionals across the country.

This first-of-its-kind initiative underscores Diageo India’s ongoing commitment to fostering gender diversity, skill development, and leadership opportunities within the bar and beverage space. In its inaugural phase, the programme will certify over 80 women, equipping them with globally recognised credentials in spirits.

The sessions are curated as part of Our Hive — Diageo India’s platform to empower women in hospitality — and aim to not only elevate technical knowledge, but also drive long-term career progression through mentorship, education, and inclusive community building.