Protip thread

What if I don't have a shnoz? I guess I can't be a pro then.

 

Eat a little dry bread and drink a little water first. Clean that palate!

And OP, thanks for clearing up the correct spelling of schnoz... I'd always wondered. Couldn't agree more w/ #2 BTW.

 

yea, i always blow my nose- then i drink a little water, and if i can smell/taste the bleach in my city tap water i know my palate is ready for maximum beer tasting.

 

when playing on golf courses that frown on coolers, always wrap your beers in tinfoil before putting them in your golf bag.

 

Pro-tip: After you had a few delicious +7% craft beers switch to crappy/cheap beer, your palate won't know the difference and it will save you money.

(inB4 "My palate is super accurate when I am buzzed, and I drive better too!")

 

Can I do #1 while doing #2?

 

I usually do a Target bag filled with ice and cans.

 

Get some "hippie soap" - 7th Generation. You should rinse all soap off, obviously, but perfume free is the way to go. If you need a glass dry immediately, use a quality paper towel (I've noticed that some cheaper ones will give off more little hairs or a even powdery like substance) instead of a dish towel since the latter will likely have dryer sheet smell on it.

 

Since the season is upon us to occasionally imbibe on a day-long basis every now and then: drink one glass of water for every three beers you have. It'll help minimize that crappy feeling you are bound to encounter the next day.

 

7. Face South in the Northern hemisphere and North in the Southern hemisphere when doing a tasting to minimize the corialis effect.

 

Never get high on your own supply

Always wear a condom

Be diligent with your hydrometer readings

 

For professional cellar photos, make sure you position any rare corals you may have around your beer

 

Buy a golf bag with a thermal/cooler pocket built in. Blue ice packs are your friend

 

excedrin in the morning makes everything better

 

Unless you're a professional taster / critic, relax, don't worry and have a beer (to paraphrase Charlie P.) It's. Just beer, it's supposed to be fun.

 

Pedialyte during/after your tasting is key to a great next day. You can buy a couple at the dollar store.

Always have a cracker around and peppered nuts. (Yes I said peppered nuts)

Always use a dump bucket. Dont finish beer you dont like

Bring more beer than you want and pick the best to share. (Sharing is caring)

Cheers!

 

Don't take beer tasting too seriously. Sometimes it's nice to drink a glass without sticking your entire nose in and trying to guess every single ingredient.

 

Drink what you enjoy. Not what other people think you should enjoy.

Being beer to drink while waiting in lone for more beer

Always check for bottling dates before buying

 

Almost exactly what I do. Big freezer bag filled with ice and cans of beer. Every golf bag should have a pocket big enough to accomodate it. I even brought a growler once.

Nothing beats a can of Daisy Cutter on the golf course.