Took the tasting exam yesterday. It confirmed a few things I already knew, mainly that my palate, and especially my nose, probably aren't cut out for being a very good judge. There just seem to be some things I don't perceive/taste very well.
But, I think I did pretty good. Haven't heard the actual scores from the proctors evaluations, but informal feedback suggests I was really close on three beers, close on two, but completely whiffed on one. I know that's only a small portion of the scoring, but it was still reassuring to score that close to National judges (especially when they get to reference the style guidelines!!)
It was fun and a good experience, and I'm hoping I passed, and hope to start getting some competitor judging experience as schedules allow. Especially because I think I'll learn a ton judging beers and being able to discuss them with a (or two) experienced judge.