Clarity, Head size and Retention

(You can help concentrate the aromas by covering the top of the glass with your hand and gently swirling the beer. Short, quick sniffs are most effective, usually)

Carbonation, Fullness, and Aftertaste – Light or heavy? Smooth or rough? Flat or carbonated?

Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami – whatever your preference is. Is the beer balanced? Does it match the style it is categorized as?

Are the lingering flavours pleasant to you?

Would you drink this beer again? Is it something that you could consume pint after pint of, or should it be consumed in small quantities? Or not at all?

Guideline: Taste 40%, Aroma 25%, Mouthfeel 10%, Finish 15%, Drinkability 10%

Tell us how amazing or awful this beer was for you. You will get extra Hopping points for sense of humour 😉

Hoppy Malty Bread-like Caramelly Roasty Sweet Biscuity Burnt cream Layered Spicy Sharp Bitter Citrisy Berry-like Floral Banana-like Yeasty Fruity Clove-like Earthy Low Carbonation High Carbonation Soft Bubbly / Sparkly Rich Full Light Creamy Heavy Thick Dry Warm Finish Pungent Strong