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🍻Welcome to the JWU CBEI!

JWU’s Center for Beverage Education & Innovation is an innovative learning hub that aims to unite the university’s culinary and hospitality strengths with beverage industry partners.

04/08/2026

Charlotte and Orla

05/26/2025

‼️WAKE UP NEW EDUCATED POUR JUST DROPPED‼️

In the May edition of The Educated Pour, Chef Gemmer and Chef Ahmed combine forces to bring us a delicious smoked oyster recipe paired with a twist on a classic cocktail.🍸🦪

You can find the article in our Linktree!

04/15/2025

✨NEW PODCAST EPISODE✨
Bitters are back in the spotlight—and Josh Warrener is here for it. Professional bartender, recipe designer, and all-around cocktail wizard, Josh Zoomed in from LA to chat with Nick and Dean about how this essential ingredient is transforming today’s drinks. 🍸🍊

Catch the convo on HwP x Hospitable—available wherever you get your podcasts!

04/07/2025

Ever wondered how your favorite coffee shop knows your exact order (and your weak spot for 2pm snacks)? ☕️ 📱
In this months Educated Pour, Dr DeVries explores how AI is transforming restaurant loyalty programs and dynamic pricing.
👀 Read the full article now—link in bio!

04/02/2025

Sip, mix, and watch the madness unfold! 🎭🍹 C-Bev is bringing a Build Your Own Mocktail station to TDX Live—pick your base, add a syrup, and enjoy the show. All for a great cause! See you there!

03/18/2025

An Introduction to the World of Spirits 🍸

Explore the main styles and types of spirits through hands-on tasting while developing an understanding of the key factors affecting flavor and aroma. Ideal for consumers, retail, and hospitality professionals looking to deepen their knowledge of spirits’ characteristics, service, and storage.

📚 6 hours of study (classroom or online)
✅ 30-question multiple-choice exam to earn your certification

Email [email protected] for details—don’t miss this chance to elevate your spirits expertise!

02/25/2025

Due to a variety of unforeseen circumstances, JWU has decided to postpone the Women in Beverage Symposium until Spring 2026. We thank everyone for their ongoing support and hope that you will be able to participate when the event is rescheduled.

Thank you.

02/17/2025

🌟 Women in Beverage Symposium Featured Panelist! 🌟

We are honored to welcome Samantha Foussekis, ‘13, a marketing and eCommerce strategist with 13 years of experience helping spirits brands thrive.

🔹Leader in successful marketing initiatives for Diageo and Sazerac.
🔹Played a pivotal role in scaling brands like Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Fireball, and Stirrings Cocktail Mix by optimizing online storefronts and implementing customer centric innovations.
🔹Founder & CEO of Lioness Branding Co., a boutique marketing firm in its early stages of development, dedicated to helping small spirits brands scale, engage, and stand out.

Whether she’s executing high-impact marketing campaigns or enjoying summers in Greece with her family, Samantha’s hands-on approach and eye for market trends continue to connect modern consumers with the spirit brands they love.

Join us on March 12 to hear about Samantha’s journey in the spirits industry, her expertise in brand storytelling and eCommerce, and how she’s navigating the launch of her own marketing firm. 🚀🥂

02/10/2025

We’re excited to announce that The Educated Pour is live! In this monthly column, JWU faculty share their expertise on all things bar and beverage. Professor Makris kicks things off with the very first published piece!

In this first column, Makris explores the emotional power of nostalgic drinks and how they can enhance guest experiences. You can read more and get all the details on the Bar & Restaurant News website! (Link in Bio!)

02/04/2025

STUDENT MOCKTAIL MIXER 🥂
Tuesday, February 11th from 2-4 PM
@ Bistro 61 (in Xavier Acadmic Building)

So nice, we had to do it twice! You’re invited to our student mocktail mixer in the bistro! Everyone’s welcome to swing by for a sip- it’s on the house!! Check us out and see what the CBEI is all about!

✨All drinks are completely alcohol free✨

See you there!! 🍻

Address

8 Abbot Park Place
Providence, RI
02903

Website

https://linktr.ee/JWUCBEI

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