Assistant Whisky Maker

Speyside

Scotch whisky has become the country’s leading export commodity in the past five years. With international demand rapidly rising for premium Scottish whisky, the industry is thriving.

The Macallan is known as the world’s most precious suite of luxury whisky brands, which form part of the internationally renowned Edrington Group. Following a period of growth and success across the business, the company is recruiting an Assistant Whisky Maker to join the team working in the sample room at our distillery on the Macallan Estate on Speyside.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work directly with Macallan’s long established Master Whisky Maker. Like no other, the Macallan range of whisky is synonymous with excellence and only uses the ‘best of the best’ ingredients; great skill is required by the Whisky Maker to achieve consistency during the creation process.

You will also learn the secrets of The Macallan portfolio focusing on the contribution the casks make to the distinctive taste and colour of Macallan.  You will assist with the screening of thousands of samples each year, creating whiskies that will be recognised around the world.

Based at the Macallan Estate on Speyside, you will assist the Master Whisky Maker in the definition and maintenance of detailed sensory characteristics of each product in the portfolio. Working with our New Product Development and Sampling Room Teams, you will be immersed in the full flavours and character of this luxury brand.

Who We’re Looking For

• You have a creative flair, with highly developed nosing and tasting skills
• You will be degree qualified in a food science, chemistry or Brewing & Distilling subject
• You have industry experience, possibly working within a production role in the brewing or distilling industry
• You will have experience of flavour assessment and a good understanding of flavours and their interaction in mixtures
• You are analytical in your approach to your work and proficient in using statistical tools
• A strong communicator, you will have conviction in your decisions and be able to lead your audience to be inspired in your ideas for the brand
• You will become a Custodian of the Brand. As Brand Ambassador, you will represent Macallan at industry events and develop our reputation even wider

If you have true passion for whisky and the desire to progress your career in the fascinating world of whisky creation, get in touch.

Apply

This is a highly sought after position, rewarding an industry leading salary and benefits. For more information, please contact Laura Chalmers directly on 0141 410 1019.

To apply, please send a copy of your CV to Laura Chalmers