And don't forget handsome - named James and handsome.
That's funny- MY name is James, too! And I'm handsome as well.
And don't forget handsome - named James and handsome.
Im kind of torn between becoming a Certified Cicerone or BJCP judge. I work in the beverage industry so Cicerone is more in line with that but BJCP is cheaper.
Im kind of torn between becoming a Certified Cicerone or BJCP judge. I work in the beverage industry so Cicerone is more in line with that but BJCP is cheaper.
Cicerone is WAYYYY cooler than just being a BJCP judge.
Homercidal said:And you can only choose one because...??
Can I join the club now, or do I have to wait until I have certificate and pin in hand? I got an e-mail today saying I am a Recognized judge and that my materials should be here within a week.
Well,since I took only 10 years to win best in class at Midwest Mazdafest in 2010 (94 Probe SE tuner),Maybe I should take a shot at this?!? I've been thinking about giving it my best shot. but what would they think about my warped way of arriving at the same styles?
Seriously though,how hard can it be beyond a good memory?...
It's less about memory and more about tuning your palate to detect the multitude of different types of flavor, aroma, mouthfeel and all the combinations thereof. True, for the exam you don't get the style guidelines in front of you so there's a bit of memory involved, but I would say your perceptive and descriptive abilities are far more important than memory.
Once your palate is tuned in can you ever just enjoy a beer without detecting the subtlies that put it out of style This is on my "list of things I want to do but probably won't find the time for the next few years" list.
Once your palate is tuned in can you ever just enjoy a beer without detecting the subtlies that put it out of style This is on my "list of things I want to do but probably won't find the time for the next few years" list.
I received an email today that I've been promoted, to Certified Beer Judge. Woot!
That position had best come with a hat. Otherwise, where are the perks?
Your packet will include your Certificate, wallet card, judging record, cover letter and rank pin
Ok I need to do this. I'm a compulsive bookworm and good student. In the last year I've read probably 20 books on beer and brewing yet need more..... my thirst for knowledge is unquenchable. After a quick glance on the BJCP web site(which seems kind of ****tily organized) , is this a logical order of progression?
1) Obtain downloadable study guide
2) Take 200q online exam
3) Study some more
4) Practice filling out score sheets
5) Sign up for local tasting exam
What costs and waiting period / timeline are we talking? I'm in Denver is that makes a difference.
I'm decent at learning styles from written guidelines and finding examoles at the liquor store.... but not to be a ******, my beers don't have all these crazy flaws..... where can I score a bottle of diacetly or acetaldehyde bomb?
Interesting... ok.
Do you sign up for a tasting exam at the bjcp website? What do they usually run?
The exams are all listed on the BJCP website, but to sign up you need to e-mail the exam organizers directly. Don't be surprised, though, if the exams within the next year all have waiting lists.
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