Is it acceptable to remove offensive smelling entries from the judging table after evaluation?

Removing offensive smelling entries from the judging table after evaluation is indeed considered acceptable for several reasons. First and foremost, the primary goal of a beer evaluation is to ensure a fair and accurate assessment of each entry. If a particular entry has a severe off-putting aroma, it can inhibit the judges' ability to properly evaluate other samples. This could lead to biased opinions and affect the integrity of the judging process.

Moreover, ensuring a pleasant judging environment is crucial for the judges to focus on the quality of the entries. A strong, unpleasant smell can distract judges and impact their sensory perception, making it harder to assess the remaining beers accurately.

In practice, judges often agree to remove an entry that could disrupt the judging experience, particularly if it's clear that its aroma is significantly off or unpleasant. Given the collaborative nature of judging, the removal helps maintain an optimal path for evaluating the entries in a consistent manner.