Judge’s Review: 93 Rating – Juicy Hop Bomb by Springfield Beer Co.

Hazy IPA | Year-Round | USA

By James Link

Judges Rating: 93.00
Aroma: 23.00
Appearance: 5.00
Flavor: 38.00
Mouthfeel: 9.00
Overall Impression: 18.00

Juicy Hop Bomb by Springfield Beer Co. was poured from a one-pint can and reviewed as category 21C, Hazy IPA, per the 2021 BJCP Style Guidelines.
A deep tropical fruit and citrus aroma was immediately perceived upon initial pour. Some New World hop notes were mixed in to deliver a one-two punch.
The appearance reflected a pale, tan-hued and turbid beer with a thin white head that fell off quickly.
Piney with intense citrus flavors that were reminiscent of grapefruit and tangerine peel. Very tangy, both sweet and sour. As in the aroma profile, hops (Mosaic in nature) made its contribution to the mix.
Lightly carbonated with a thin-to-medium body that was soft in nature.
If you are a hazy IPA fan, this one packed lots of flavor/aroma and hit all the style parameters well.