A blender includes a base. The blender further includes a sensor disposed in the base. The blender further includes a container selectively coupled with the base in a first rotational position and in a second rotational position. The container has an upper portion and a lower portion. The blender further includes a lid selectively engaging the upper portion of the container. The blender further includes a carrier in the lower portion and extending between a first end and a second end. The carrier includes a first magnet disposed proximate the first end. The carrier further includes a second magnet disposed proximate the second end. The sensor is configured to detect the first magnet in the first rotational position and the second magnet in the second rotational position.