Dandelion BevEd has a fresh take on beverage education, building some of the most respected experiential education with the industry's most-trusted experts.
What We Do
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Bring your expertise to life through thoughtfully structured courses. We help organizations, brands, and educators transform ideas into polished, engaging curricula that are easy to deliver and impactful for participants.
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From culinary explorations to beverage experiences, we create tasting events that delight the senses. Each activation is designed to showcase featured products and beverage categories with creativity.
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We specialize in building immersive experiences rooted in beverage education that leave lasting impressions. Whether it’s a pop-up activation or a large-scale event, Dandelion BevEd brings your brand story to life in ways that spark connection and conversation.
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We design educational experiences that move beyond the classroom, blending knowledge with hands-on engagement. Whether through immersive workshops, interactive programs, or real-world simulations, we create opportunities for participants to not just learn—but to apply, connect, and grow.
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We design and produce impactful seminars that inspire, educate, and connect. From intimate gatherings to large-scale forums, Dandelion BevEd ensures every detail is managed with precision, leaving your audience informed and engaged.
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Dandelion develops and delivers customized training experiences that are both practical and memorable. Our team ensures your brand’s knowledge and values are translated into effective, hands-on learning sessions.
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We help brands and organizations collaborate with educators, institutions, and thought leaders. Our approach builds meaningful partnerships that expand reach and create real impact through knowledge-sharing.
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Dandelion BevEd designs point-of-sale activations and displays that drive awareness and sales. We ensure your product stands out, engages customers, and creates a memorable shopping experience.
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Whether you’re launching a new initiative or evolving an existing one, we partner with you to strategize, plan, and develop programs that align with your goals and resonate with your audience.
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From concept to completion, our program management services keep your initiative on track. We handle the logistics, timelines, and details so you can focus on the big picture while we ensure seamless delivery.
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Your program deserves a strong identity. We collaborate with the industry's top experts, educators, institutions, and thought leaders. Dandelion BevEd creates cohesive branding and supporting materials that elevate your presence, from digital assets to on-site visuals that tie everything together beautifully.
Education is the root of what we do.
And, we have the expertise to back it up.
Our Founder
Gina Fossitt
In her two decades of beverage industry adventures, Gina has become one of the most trusted voices in spirits education, known for turning complex production science into inspiring, craveable stories in the glass. After years behind the stick and managing acclaimed beverage programs in New York City, she was tapped to join the elite Diageo Masters of Whisky program, where she began amassing advanced spirits certifications and honing her signature teaching style: rigorous, witty, and relentlessly practical for real-world bartenders, sales teams, and enthusiasts.
Gina quickly moved from educator to architect of education. At The George Dickel Distillery, she led the ambassador internship program and designed a six‑month mentorship that prepared ambassadors for the prestigious IBD General Certificate of Distillation—bridging the gap between brand work and serious technical mastery. She then became U.S. National Ambassador for Lot No. 40 with Corby Spirits and Wine and rose to Trade and Education Manager, where she led global trade and education initiatives and created all trade and sales tools for Corby’s Canadian whisky portfolio.
Recognizing a critical gap in formal training, Gina spearheaded the creation of the first‑ever certification in Canadian whisky—a category-deep dive that set a new benchmark for how Canadian whisky is taught, understood, and celebrated around the world. Her newest venture, Dandelion BevEd, takes that same gold-standard approach to the wider drinks landscape. As founder, Gina leads production and business development for the Eh, B, C’s of Canadian Whisky four‑week Canadian whisky course. She has also produced True Grist: The American Single Malt Experience - the first-of-its-kind 2-day immersive bartender experience on this new category. Through Dandelion BevEd, she designs custom education and engagement programs for suppliers, distributors, and consumer audiences, and serves as an Educator for the Edinburgh Whisky Academy, further cementing her reputation as a global leader in whisky and spirits education.
Never one to ignore what modern drinkers actually want, Gina also founded the “less booze, ALL THE BUZZ!” community, a vibrant space for cocktail, wine, and spirits lovers exploring lower‑alcohol versions of their favorite classics. “less booze, ALL THE BUZZ!” is built on the belief that it doesn’t have to be all or nothing—Gina’s mission is to help drinkers take it down a notch without giving up any of the flavor, complexity, or cocktail‑bar magic.
Whether she’s teaching distillation to industry pros, building certification programs from the ground up, or helping guests rethink what’s in their glass, Gina stands at the forefront of modern spirits education—shaping not just what we drink, but how we understand and enjoy it.
Beverage Industry Certifications:
Advanced Diploma in Scotch Whisky, Edinburgh Whisky Academy
Certificate in American Single Malt Whiskey, Edinburgh Whisky Academy
Spirits Level 3 Certification, WSET
Spirits Level 2 Certification, WSET
6 Day Distillers Course, Moonshine U
North American Blending Certification, Diageo
General Certificate in Distilling, IBD
Executive Bourbon Steward, Stave and Thief Bourbon Society
History of Bourbon Certification, Filson Bourbon Academy
Malt Advocate Certification, Diageo
Advanced Level Wine Certification, WSET
Intermediate Level Wine Certification, WSET
Dandelion Presents:
At Dandelion BevEd, we don’t just teach — we design unforgettable experiences that bring the world of spirits vividly to life.
Dandelion Presents is our curated event series built around a specific topic or spirits category. Each program is designed with true inclusivity in mind, inviting all key players within the subject to the table. We collaborate with top educators, industry leaders, organizations and brands to deliver content with depth, balance, and integrity.From hands-on tastings and technical deep-dives to thought-provoking seminars and interactive showcases, every Dandelion Presents experience is crafted to expand knowledge and ignite curiosity.
Explore what’s coming next — and stay tuned as we continue to build out these programs with new details, fresh sessions, and innovative ways to connect with spirits culture.
less booze, ALL THE BUZZ! is a welcoming community for cocktail, wine, and spirits lovers who want to explore lower-alcohol versions of their favorite classic drinks. We believe it doesn’t have to be all or nothing—our goal is to help modern drinkers “take it down a notch” while still enjoying every bit of the flavor, complexity, and cocktail vibes.
Digital Resource Hub - Recipes, Can’t-Miss Lists, Books, How-To’s, Events and more!
The Buzz Club Monthly - IRL Monthly Gatherings designed to keep you inspired, connected, and sipping something delicious.
Member-Only Pricing and Exclusive Discounts
Hands-On Workshops
True Grist is a 2-day immersive educational experience for bartenders and whiskey lovers who want to go beyond the hype and into the heart of American Single Malt Whiskey. A dive deep into this new and exciting category, True Grist takes you through the full Edinburgh Whisky Academy Certificate in American Single Malt Whiskey after experiencing hands-on learning that brings production, flavor, and history to life in the glass. Sharpen your storytelling, elevate your palate, and become a go-to voice for American Single Malt Whiskey!
Full EWA Certificate in American Single Malt Whiskey
Panel Discussions and One-On-On interactions with leading producers and distillers
In-Depth Tasting and Sensory Experiences and Interactive Games
Distillery Experiences
Edinburgh Whisky Academy Certificate Courses
Dandelion BevEd is an Approved Course Provider for the Edinburgh Whisky Academy, offering certificate courses in:
American Single Malt Whiskey
Scotch Whisky
Irish Whiskey
Gin
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