Beer Evaluation Flashcards
How many tastes can be detected by the tongue?
5-8
Which of the following flavors is commonly found in American hops?
Clove
Earthy
Peppery
Resin 
Resin
What fermentation derived flavor commonly appears in ales, but not lagers?
Fruity
To best assess the flavors of a beer served at 38F what should you do? 
Let it warm up
Which of the following is a primarily yeast derived flavor?
Banana
Biscuit
Citrus
Minty
Banana
What is the name for the beer trait, which is based on the relationship between IBUs and malt content?
Perceived bitterness
What are the three quantitive parameters of beer?
ABV, IBU, SRM
What are the five levels of perceived bitterness?
Low
Moderate
Pronounced
Assertive
Highly assertive
What are the five general levels of color in beer?
Straw
Gold
Amber
Brown
Black
What are the five general levels of alcohol content?
Lower
Normal
Elevated
High
Very high
How many IBU’s can the human palette intake?
115 IBU
What are the six qualitative parameters of beer?
Aroma
Flavor
Aftertaste
Mouth feel
Perceived bitterness
Appearance
What malt flavors are associated with pale beer?
Uncooked flour, bread dough
What malt flavors are associated with golden beers?
White and wheat bread, cracker
What malt flavors are associated with light amber beer?
Bread crust, biscuit, graham cracker