Cicerone Study Materials

In addition to the detailed syllabus and outside resources listed for each level, the Cicerone program offers a range of resources to help individuals prepare for its certification exams.

There are in-person bootcamp style classes, Road to Cicerone course books, interactive webinars for studying and taste testing, as well as general merchandise like flashcards and gift certificates.

General Merchandise from the Cicerone Certification Program

From gift items to helpful posters, the Cicerone Certification Program offers multiple products focused on beer education.

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Study Resources for the Certified Beer Server Exam

From a comprehensive online course to helpful flashcards, the Cicerone Certification Program offers multiple tools to help you learn what’s required to pass the Certified Beer Server exam.

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Study Resources for the Certified Cicerone Exam

Featuring hands-on activities and tastings that help you experience the essential knowledge expected of a Certified Cicerone, our courses have been developed to help you learn. We offer a range of virtual and in-person training options that can help you prepare for the Certified Cicerone exam.

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Study Resources for the Advanced or Master Cicerone Exam

From flavor training to in-depth coursebooks that help you experience the essential knowledge expected of an Advanced or Master Cicerone, our products have been developed to help you learn. Use these study tools to help you improve your knowledge and check out our recommended resources for even more options.

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In-Person Classes in Chicago and Around the Country

From a one-day training to a five-day intensive seminar, our in-person classes help build a foundation for earning Cicerone certification.

Our BeerSavvy Bootcamp and Off-Flavour Training courses are offered throughout the US to increase access to these useful educational opportunities.

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Road to Cicerone Books

Written by Cicerone to help you learn more about beer styles and culture, these coursebooks cover a wide range of material from beer history to brewing techniques and service issues.

Each book also includes six months of access to the online forums and an online quiz to test your knowledge in preparation for the Cicerone exam. Passing the course quiz earns you a badge on your Cicerone profile page.

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Beer Style Flashcards

Our beer style flashcards include basic information about the beer styles tested on the Certified Beer Server and Certified Cicerone exams. Each card features a brief style history, expected flavor notes, and quantitative values alongside a photo of the proper glassware for the style.

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Flavor Training

The ultimate test of beer is taste. The Cicerone Certification Program in collaboration with Aroxa offers tasting kits to help you learn and master the key flavors in beer.

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Gifts

Our study materials make a great gift for the beer lover in your life. If you’re interested in purchasing for someone, we offer a great gift option that will include a Cicerone bottle opener and, if applicable, a gift card that can be used to redeem their gift.

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More Help in Our Resources & Links Section

Browse the beer resources we've collected to help you prepare for our exams.

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