HOSP 250 - Wine, Life and Society

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory (or Other) Hours: 0

Other Course Attribute(s): HBBE, HBCE

Prerequisite(s): Must be 18 years old
Restriction(s): None

Corequisite(s): None

This course will introduce our students to the finer points of alcoholic beverages and food as they relate to life and social entertainment. Discussion of wine culture, the making pairings for all the beverages covered in the course. of wine, wine’s transition from the vineyard to the table and pairing to food will take place. Beer and spirits as related to food will also be explored. Students will research wine styles, wine pairings, and the relationships of wine, beer and spirits. The students will also participate in tasting wine, beer, spirits, sake, tea and coffee.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Apply knowledge of wine making, geography, and viticulture
Identify differences and characteristics of various wines through tastings
Research various aspects of wine to understand its complexity from the growing process to consumption
Recognize and apply available and emerging technologies.
Adhere to classroom policies and demonstrate/exhibit professional behavior.