Synchronous
Service-led · smaller events
Everyone tastes the same sample at the same moment. Service releases samples with a secret number; after all have scored, the reveal and mid-round stats follow.
- Service role drives the flow
- Score + tip on every sample
- Reveal after each round
Asynchronous
Self-paced · large events
Samples get fixed numbers in advance. Everyone tastes at their own pace and in any order. All identities are revealed only at the very end.
- Own pace and order
- No spoilers during the event
- Batch reveal at the finale
Tournament
Group rounds, winners advance
Classic bracket structure – samples compete in groups, winners advance. Ideal for larger events and festivals.
- Knockout or group rounds
- Winners advance to the next round
- A clear champion in the final
Judge competition
Formal scoring with categories
Formal competition with selected judges, categories, and detailed scoring. For beer, wine, and food festivals.
- Judge roles and categories
- Detailed attribute-based scoring
- Official result rankings