Scapegrace offers “best job in the world”

Scapegrace Distilling Co. has begun an international search to recruit for a new Assistant Distillery Manager and Master Blender, based at its new multi-million dollar distillery in Central Otago.

The company describes the opportunity as “the best job in the world” and will see the successful applicant working alongside their current Master Distiller.  

The position will be at the NZ$30 million dollar Scapegrace Distillery, which is set to open in May on the shores of Lake Dunstan.

The new Scapegrace Distilling Co. distillery in Central Otago

“This is the chance to live in one of the most beautiful places in the world and work in a state-of-the-art facility, helping to carve a path globally for New Zealand spirits,” says Scapegrace co-founder Daniel McLaughlin.

“During your days at work you’ll be collaborating with the Scapegrace team in a world-leading distillery to create the unique and high-quality blends that we’re known for worldwide. On your days off you’ll be skiing in the nearby mountains, boating on the lake and enjoying New Zealand’s world-famous nature. This truly is the best job in the world.”

Scapegrace says the position will play a pivotal role in the production of its portfolio of premium spirits and will be responsible for contributing to the strategic single malt direction for its new world whiskies.

The role involves a combination of technical expertise, sensory evaluation, and creative innovation and will lead the cask, sensory and blending strategy. The chosen candidate will need to have five years’ experience in distilling whisky.

W: Find out more about the role here.