Juicy Hop Bomb

Judge’s Review

James Link
Grand Master II BJCP Judge

Rating 93 (Exceptional)

Judges Rating: 93
Aroma: 23/24
Appearance: 5/6
Flavor: 38/40
Mouthfeel: 9/10
Overall Impression: 18/20

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 their 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.

Brewer’s Description

We brewed this hazy IPA to burst out of the glass with pungent citrus hops, followed by a smooth, delicately balanced bitterness achieved with massive drop hop additions of cryo hops! Lactose is used to keep the bitterness in check while also enhancing the body and mouthfeel.

Beer Style & Statistics

Beer Style: Hazy IPA
Beer Style Family: IPA
Availability: Year-Round
ABV: 6.0%

IBUs: 43
Hops:  Magnum, Citra, Mosaic, El Dorado
Malts:  Two Row, Flaked Oats, Wheat Malt, Carapils, Vienna

Brewery Information

Hazy IPA | Year-Round | Illinois | USA