Irish Guild of Sommeliers

Join Ireland's sommelier community, earn an internationally recognised credential, and access world-class education, all in one package

Exclusive Membership Offer

The Irish Guild of Sommeliers (IGS) is Ireland's professional association for sommeliers and wine service professionals, and a proud member of the Association de la Sommellerie Internationale. The Guild supports and champions sommelier excellence across Ireland through education, industry events, and a strong professional community.

WineEducation.ie is delighted to partner with IGS President and educator Morgan VanderKamer to bring an exclusive membership and training package to our students and community. This promotion is available through WineEducation.ie only and is strictly limited to 50 places.

What’s Included

This exclusive bundle brings together professional membership, an internationally recognised certification, and access to one of the world's leading sommelier education platforms, all in one package, all at a significantly reduced rate.

Irish Guild of Sommeliers Annual Membership: €100 value

As a Guild member, you gain access to a community of Ireland's top wine and hospitality professionals, along with a range of exclusive benefits including:

  • Discounts on tastings and Guild events

  • Exclusive member tastings

  • Access to Guild Somm

  • Your IGS pin

  • Invitation to the IGS Annual Tasting

GuildSomm U.S. Website Membership: €110 value

GuildSomm is one of the most respected online resources in the sommelier world, used by students and professionals preparing for every major wine certification. Your membership includes:

  • In-depth articles, study guides, quizzes, and maps covering wine, spirits, beer, and service

  • Expert content from experienced sommeliers, Masters of Wine, and beverage professionals

  • Access to discussion forums, study groups, and a global network of hospitality professionals

  • Live webinars, seminars, and educational events

  • A comprehensive wine law compendium and reference library

ASI Certification 1 Course and Exam: €150 value

ASI Certification 1 is the internationally recognised first step on the ASI sommelier pathway, assessing the core knowledge required to work as a sommelier. Passing this exam gives you a credential recognised by the global sommelier community, a foundation for career development, and the preparation to progress to ASI Certification 2 and ultimately the ASI Diploma.

Exam fee alone is typically €50 to €150 depending on the national association. This promotion includes the course and exam.

Irish Guild of Sommeliers Boot Camp: €180 value

A full day of focused, expert-led education. The 2026 Boot Camp takes place on September 28th at a venue to be confirmed, and features five key speakers covering:

  • Low and no alcohol wines

  • Sparkling winemaking, with a guest speaker from Tasmania

  • Demystifying organic, natural, sustainable, and biodynamic wine

  • Taste 25 to 30 wines across the day

This is a rare opportunity to learn from leading voices in Irish and international wine in a focused, professional setting.

Total Value: €540 | Exclusive Promotional Price: €275 | Your Savings: €265

There are only 50 places available, and this offer is exclusively available through WineEducation.ie.

To secure your place, email Morgan directly at irishguildsomm@gmail.com and quote the code SOMM2026. Places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

How to Claim Your Place

Who is This For?

Hospitality professionals, working sommeliers, wine enthusiasts building towards certification, and anyone looking to take their wine career or knowledge to the next level through a structured, professionally recognised pathway.