Celebrating the 2026 Cohort: UK Sommelier Academy Candidates Excel in ASI Level 1 Exam!

We are thrilled to officially raise a glass to our 2026 cohort for their incredible success in passing the annual ASI Certification Level 1 examination!

Please join us in celebrating our successful candidates:

• Daniel Mcclean

• Danielle O'Shea

• Paul Bevan

• Kadek Swijana

• Emilio Luiso

• Zoltan Wagner

• Elisa Marchini

• Hari Prasad Narendrakumar

At the UK Sommelier Academy, we are immensely proud to be recognized as world leaders in ASI examination results. Continuing this legacy of excellence is a testament to the hard work, passion, and dedication of our candidates, as well as the strength of our training.

Seeing this cohort step up and excel in this yearly exam is a fantastic achievement for our entire community. What an extraordinary start to your official ASI examination journey!

Looking Ahead: Next Steps and ASI Certification Level 2

Our commitment to our members doesn't end with a pass. We are excited to continue supporting this year's successful candidates as they test themselves further and deepen their expertise.

For those ready to take the next leap in their professional development, the ASI Certification Level 2 exam will take place this November. We encourage everyone to keep building on this momentum.

Congratulations once again to our 2026 graduates—you have made the entire UK Sommelier Academy community incredibly proud, and we can’t wait to see where your wine journey takes you next!