Judge’s Review: 92 Rating – Han Brolo by Monday Night Brewing

American Pale Ale | Year-Round | United States

By Dan Martich

Judges Rating: 92
Aroma: 22
Appearance: 6
Flavor: 38
Mouthfeel: 8
Overall Impression: 18

Han Brolo by Monday Night Brewing is being evaluated as an American Pale Ale (Category 18B) from the 2015 BJCP guidelines. 
This golden ale poured hazy with a thick white foamy head.  The haze made it hard to see bubbles rising as a sign of the carbonation.
There’s a big tropical fruit aroma with passion fruit and ripe mango upfront.  A Citra hop character of lemon, lime and melon is prominent along with tangerine.   
The flavor is composed of moderately high fruit juice with a short grainy character.  Fruity for sure with a firm balance toward the hops. The finish is dry with a short floral petal aftertaste that becomes dank with ripe fruit as you sip it.  
The body is medium-light and a medium carbonation exhibits a slight alcoholic warmth and smooth creaminess. A pleasant mouthfeel leaves you longing for another sip. 
This is a beer to enjoy when you want the flavor of an IPA but not the alcoholic warmth that comes along with it.