title_body: If you are having a beer tasting, what is a good way to clear the palate?
upvoted_answer: Not have any experiense on Beer testing but here are few tips from beer.about.com
  
  
  Do not taste new beers with food or soon after eating. The lingering flavors from food can greatly affect your impression of the brew.
  Cleanse your palate with water. Crackers or cheese are fine but you should remember that even these foods can affect the apparent flavors of the beer.
  If you're tasting a number of different beers, let the color be your guide. It is best to taste from light to dark.