Ale Taster

An ale taster is a person skilled in evaluating the qualities of ale, a type of beer. They use their senses—primarily taste, smell, and sight—to assess factors such as aroma, flavor, appearance, and mouthfeel. Their goal is to identify the craft and character of different ales, often to ensure quality, develop new recipes, or provide feedback. Ale tasters typically have a refined palate and a good understanding of brewing processes, enabling them to distinguish subtle differences and help brewers improve or highlight specific qualities in their beers.