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Deirdre O'Carroll appointed Blender at Midleton Distillery

Deirdre O'Carroll, Blender at Midleton Distillery, Co. Cork.
Deirdre O'Carroll, Blender at Midleton Distillery, Co. Cork.

Irish Distillers, has announced the appointment of Deirdre O’Carroll as Blender at Midleton Distillery, Co. Cork.

The Irish whiskey producer said Ms O'Carroll will work with Master Blender Billy Leighton in Midleton Distillery, and will be responsible for the development of new and existing blends.

She will also be responsible for the management of stock, including cask profile and age profile, as well as laying down stock for future generations.

Ms O'Carroll holds a degree in Food Science and Technology from University College Cork and a diploma in Distilling from the Institute of Brewing and Distilling.

She joined Irish Distillers in 2012 as part of the first year of the Jameson Engineering Programme.