Beer and Sensory Education

Class Slides and Handouts

BJCP Exam Courses:

2023-07-11 (BJCP Prep #1)
Class Slides
Beers evaluated:  Pale Lager
1B. American Lager – Budweiser
2A. International Pale Lager – Corona Extra
4A. Munich Helles – Paulaner Munchner
5B. German Pils –  Paulaner Pils

2023-07-25 (BJCP Prep #2)
Class Slides
Beers evaluated:  Brown, Red, and Scottish Ales
15A. Irish Red Ale – Smithwicks
17C. Wee Heavy – McEwans
19C. American Brown Ale – Grand Armory Year Round Brown

2023-08-08 (BJCP Prep #3)
Beers evaluated:  Brown, Red, and Scottish Ales
Class Slides
1D. American Wheat Beer
5B. Kolsch
10A.  Weissbier
10C.  Weizenbock

Sensory Classes:

2023-04-18
Class Slides
Class Handouts

2023-04-04
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Class Handouts

2023-03-21
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Class Handouts

2023-03-07
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2023-02-21:
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Other Reference Materials

Other useful reference materials are linked below.

BJCP Prep References:

2021 BJCP Style Guidelines – The latest style guidelines for BJCP judging and certification.

BJCP Exam Overview – A complete overview of the BJCP program, exam process, and requirements.

BJCP Exam Study Course – A BJCP approved study course and outline to prepare for both the online entrance exams and the in person tasting exam.  This is the basis for our online course.

BJCP Judge Procedures Manual – Discusses the details, expectations, ethics, and mechanics of beer judging.  Critical knowledge for passing the online entrance exam, as well as tasting effectively.

Complete Beer Fault Guide – A comprehensive beer fault guide compiled by London Amateur Brewers.  This can be overwhelming, start with the typical faults listed on the left hand side of a BJCP scoresheet.