Job leaves taster in high spirits

Gao Ling swirls the contents of a glass of baijiu, a Chinese distilled alcoholic beverage made from grain, noting its transparent appearance and sweet bouquet before taking a sip.

"Observing the color, smelling the odor and tasting the flavor are the three key steps to assessing baijiu," said Gao, a senior Chinese spirits taster with the Anhui Yingjia Distillery in East China's Anhui province.

Her gentle voice suddenly perks up as she begins to talk about the liquor, while a big smile spreads across her face.