Blender (Whiskey Manufacturing)
ぶれんどこう（ういすきーせいぞう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized profession that blends whiskey original spirits in the optimal balance to refine product quality and flavor.
Description
A blender (whiskey manufacturing) is a job that involves tasting and analyzing original spirits from different casks or origins, and performing optimal blending based on recipes for each product. Based on sensory evaluation and chemical analysis, it adjusts the balance of aroma and taste, ensures quality stability and brand identity. It also handles corrective designs according to cask aging conditions and annual variations, participates in new product development, collaborates with distillers, storage technicians, and quality control departments for production management and record-keeping. Measuring alcohol content, compliance with laws, and safety and health management are also important tasks.
Future Outlook
Due to increasing whiskey consumption domestically and internationally, along with rising demand for craft products, the demand for excellent blenders is expected to remain stable. On the other hand, the importance of sensory evaluation will further increase with the introduction of automation technology.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / Lab / Shift / Team Work
Career Path
Assistant Blender → Blender → Senior Blender → Master Blender
Required Skills
Alcohol Content Measurement / Blend Design / Chemical Analysis / Quality Control / Tasting
Recommended Skills
Data Management / English Literature Reading / Hazardous Materials Handler Qualification / Sensory Evaluation / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small differences in blending ratios greatly affect flavor |
| Creativity & Ideation | To devise unique flavor balances |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly tasting and adjustment work, so low physical load |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B Type 4
- Liquor Manufacturing Skills Technician
Aliases
- Blender
- Whiskey Blender
Related Jobs
- Brewing Technician
- Distiller
- Quality Control Technician
- Storage Technician