BJCP Judging Procedures Test

True/False questions from the BJCP Judging Procedures test.

True/False questions from the BJCP Judging Procedures test.


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This flashcard set covers the procedures and requirements for becoming a certified beer judge through the Beer Judge Certification Program (BJCP). It focuses on the judging process, scoring systems, and the different ranks, such as master and grand master, along with their respective experience points and exam requirements. Brewers and aspiring judges will find this set particularly useful for understanding how to evaluate beer entries, provide constructive feedback, and navigate the complexities of beer competitions.
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Spicy or greasy foods should be avoided prior to a judging event because they can reduce a judge's sensitivity to the aromas and flavors of beer.

True

Perfumed shampoos and colognes should be avoided prior to a judging event because they can reduce a judge's sensitivity to the aromas of beer.

True

It is a good idea to take a decongestant prior to a judging event to increase your sensitivity to the aromas of beer.

False

Calibrations beers are selected to be the standard against which entries should be judged.

False

It is the responsibility of the “head” judge, in consultation with the other judges in a flight, to assign a consensus score to each entry.

True

It is not necessary for scores produced by the judges on a panel to be within seven points (or less if directed by the competition director) of each other.

False

After discussing the initial scores, judges should adjust their final scores to be within seven points (or less if directed by the competition director).

True

Judges must adjust their scores to be within seven points (or less if directed by the competition director) of each other as part of developing a consensus score for the beer.

True

The consensus score assigned to the beer is not necessarily an average score.

True

When judging, It is important to evaluate entries quickly and also complete the score sheets thoroughly and completely.

True

On average, experienced judges should be able to completely evaluate a beer, including arriving at a consensus, in 10 minutes.

True

When there is a discrepancy in the scores for a given beer, the lower-ranked judges should yield to the opinion of the highest ranked BJCP judge at the table.

False

It is acceptable to remove offensive smelling entries from the judging table after they have been evaluated.

True

A judge must disqualify an entry if the bottle has raised lettering or the cap has identifying marks.

False

A judge may disqualify an entry if it has an improper bottle or cap.

False

Only the judge director or competition organizer can disqualify an entry.

True

The results of the bottle inspection does not affect the scoring.

True

Snide or rude comments are unacceptable on scoresheets.

True

Pour each entry in a manner that gives it its optimum appearance, keeping in mind that some entries may be over- or under-carbonated.

True

When you suspect an entry has been placed in the wrong flight based on the style being judged, you should request that it be judged in a different flight instead.

False

When you suspect an entry has been placed in the wrong flight based on the style being judged, you should consult with the judge director or competition organizer.

True

Sniff the entry immediately after pouring to ensure proper evaluation of volatile aromatics.

True

There is no need to sniff the aroma immediately after pouring the entry into the glass.

False

Judges should complete the evaluation of each entry before moving on to the next.

True

It is not necessary to offer any feedback for improvement if you score a beer above 40.

False

It is common practice to refrain from sharing your thoughts while judging a beer until the other judges have completed their scoresheet.

True

If you are very familiar with a beer style, it is preferable to disregard the BJCP Style Guidelines and rely on your personal expertise instead.

False

If rushed, it's acceptable to write only comments and an overall score on a scoresheet, leaving the scores for the subsections blank.

False

If rushed, it's acceptable to write only 1-2 comments on a scoresheet as long as the numeric score is filled out.

False

If a beer is a “gusher” or has an unpleasant aroma upon opening, a judge may assign a courtesy score of 13 without tasting and commenting on the characteristics of the beer.

False

All beers should be tasted and scored, even if they are “gushers” or have an unpleasant aroma upon opening.

True

It is appropriate to penalize the entrant if the beer is not served at the proper temperature.

False

If the beers are not served at the proper temperature, judges should work with the competition staff to resolve the problem.

True

In each section of a scoresheet, you should only comment upon the most prominent features of each entry, not subtle characteristics.

False

Judges' comments must not include phrases like “if you used ..”

False

Judges' comments must not include phrases like “did you ..”

False

Judges' comments must include a complete evaluation of the sensory aspects of the entry and how those aspects relate to the style guidelines.

True

Judges' comments should be constructive and reflect knowledge of the brewing, fermentation, bottling, and handling process.

True

Judges' comments need to provide information on how to improve the entry as warranted.

True

Scores should not be assigned to the aroma section immediately because the entry's aroma profile may change over time.

True

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