Probably the coolest jobs on the planet, especially if you enjoy the best beer, is working as Beer and Ale taster. Yes, this job is just as awesome as it sounds – someone pays you to drink beer and ale. Yes for beer lovers, it truly doesn’t get any better than this.
Yes, not all the beer is great. That’s why they need your help. Beer and ale makers employ professional tasters and beer lover to let them know if knew beverages are good enough to be released to the market. Some of the beers you taste will never actually make it to the public. Hopefully, none of those will be your favorites!
Beer Taster Job Requirements
For qualifying the job of a professional taster, it doesn’t really require all that much in terms of skills and qualifications. Obviously, you need to enjoy the taste of beer and ale. And you also need a pretty decent palate. So, if you think that Corona is the best and only beer worth drinking, well, you’re probably not going to be able to land this job – unless it’s with the people who make Corona, then you might have a chance.
Your taste buds need to be able to tell the difference between hops-based and malt-based beer. Likewise, you’ll need to be able to tell your boss if a sample is too hoppy, etc. As you taste each brew, you should be pick up on the identifying characteristics that define each brew. You’ll also need to be able to tell the difference in texture, fragrance among the different types of beers, such as thick for stouts and thin for pale ales.
Since you can’t get a degree is beerology in college, you don’t need anything more than a high school diploma when it comes to education. Yes, a little bit of college or a degree might help to give you a boost against other candidates, but remember it’s not required for the gig. However, there are a few places where you can get certified as a beer taster, which can help you land this job.
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