Dr. Rachel Barrie Hon. D Sc.
About Dr. Rachel Barrie Hon. D Sc.
Dr. Rachel Barrie is a Master Blender and Senior Operational Leader at Brown-Forman in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, with extensive experience in the whisky industry. She has held various roles at notable companies and has received multiple accolades for her contributions to the field.
Work at Brown-Forman
Dr. Rachel Barrie has been serving as Master Blender and Senior Operational Leader at Brown-Forman since 2017. Based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, she has contributed to the company's whisky production and operational strategies for over seven years. Her role involves overseeing the blending process and ensuring the quality and consistency of the whisky products.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Barrie holds a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Chemistry from The University of Edinburgh, where she graduated with first-class honours. She also achieved a Professional Certificate in Spirits with Distinction from the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, where she is a certified trainer. Additionally, she completed a Postgraduate Diploma in International Operations Management from The Open University.
Background
Dr. Barrie's career in the whisky industry spans several prestigious companies. She worked at The Glenmorangie Company, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, and Moet Hennessy (LVMH) in various roles, including Quality Manager, Product Development Manager, and Master Blender from 1995 to 2017. Prior to that, she worked at Morrison Bowmore Distillers, Beam Suntory as Master Blender.
Achievements
Dr. Rachel Barrie has received numerous accolades in recognition of her contributions to the whisky industry. She has been inducted into the Whisky Hall of Fame and recognized as a highly commended Icon of Whisky. Additionally, she served as a judge and panel chair at the World Whisky Awards and the International Wine and Spirits Competition. She was also nominated for the IWSC Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Scotch Whisky industry.