Beer Judge Certification Program (BJCP) Practice Test

Writing the overall score and comments on a scoresheet while leaving the section scores blank is acceptable when time is limited, as it allows for a quick assessment of the beer while still providing meaningful feedback. The overall score reflects the judge's comprehensive evaluation of the beer's quality, while comments offer insights and observations about specific characteristics such as aroma, appearance, flavor, and mouthfeel. This approach prioritizes essential feedback that can be valuable to the brewer, ensuring the judge remains efficient under time constraints, yet still maintains the integrity of the judging process.

In situations where time is of the essence, it’s often impractical to fill in every detail, such as specific section scores, which can be more time-consuming. Thus, focusing on the overall score and comments strikes a balance between thoroughness and efficiency, allowing judges to convey their evaluation effectively within the given time limits.