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Hold On Juicy

Hold On Juicy

Georgia
United States
Hold On Juicy, New Realm Brewing
Description 

My mind goes back to a beer I sipped some years ago, so hold on juicy and don’t let go. It’s a hazy DIPA that’ll make your taste buds roll. Ok, ok, you get the point. This gigantic hazy juicy double IPA, the first in the ‘just like music’ series, takes it to the next level with massive amounts of orange, lemon and pineapple notes from it Azacca, El Dorado, and Idaho 7 hop additions. Just don’t let go!

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
9.0%
Served at: 
48º- 54ºF
Hops: 
Azacca, El Dorado, Idaho 7

 

 


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Reviewed by: Joseph Formanek
Judges Rating:
91
Aroma:
23 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20

Hold On Juicy by New Realm Brewing is a rather massive example of the BJCP 21B Specialty IPA – New England IPA style, having the strength of a Double IPA.

Tropic Dream

Tropic Dream

Georgia
United States
Tropic Dream, New Realm Brewing
Description 

This is Tropic Dream, the realm within the new realm known for its beautifully balanced tropical taste. So, relax in your hammock, reach for your glass and let tropic dream take you somewhere sunny. This American wheat transports you to warmer water with its refreshingly delicious notes from passion fruit, blood orange and guava juices.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
5.0%
Served at: 
40 - 45º F

 

 


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Reviewed by: Joseph Formanek
Judges Rating:
89
Aroma:
22 / 24
Appearance:
5 / 6
Flavor:
35 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Tropic Dream by New Realm Brewing is a fruit beer, pure and simple. The impact of the fruit juice being used in this offering is massive – perhaps overwhelming, all things considered. This is being evaluated as a BJCP... Read More

Bat Wit Crazy

Bat Wit Crazy

Georgia
United States
Bat Wit Crazy, New Realm Brewing
Description 

Go completely batty for this Belgian style witbier brewed with coriander, orange peel, and a blend of spices. Enjoy aromas of banana, clove, pepper, citrus and spice. So good, you might lose your mind.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
5.2%
Served at: 
40 - 45º F

 

 


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Reviewed by: Joseph Formanek
Judges Rating:
87
Aroma:
21 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
36 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
16 / 20

Bat Wit Crazy by New Realm Brewing is a somewhat mild and tarted interpretation of the BJCP Category 24A Witbier style, per the 2021 BJCP guidelines. While this offering comes off more as a slightly spiced and soured... Read More

Lookin' Sharp Berliner Weisse

Lookin' Sharp Berliner Weisse

Louisiana
United States
Lookin' Sharp Berliner Weisse, Gnarly Barley Brewing
Description 

Our house Berliner with additions of Prickly Pear and Blood Orange puree. A lip smacking, easy drinking sour that is as delicious as it is beautiful.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
5.0%
Malts: 
Pilsen, Wheat
Hops: 
Mosaic

 

 


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Reviewed by: Richard Wong
Judges Rating:
93
Aroma:
24 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
36 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Lookin' Sharp Berliner Weisse by Gnarly Barley Brewing Co.

Social Lubricant DIPA

Social Lubricant DIPA

Louisiana
United States
Social Lubricant DIPA, Gnarly Barley Brewing
Description 

It's parade season and we need you out and about doing all things Mardi Gras! Pacific Sunrise hops provide subtle aromas of pine and berry, while jammy notes of melon, mango and clementine explode on your taste buds to get you socially lubed for all festive occasions.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
8.5%
Malts: 
Two-row, Wheat, Oats
Hops: 
Pacific Sunrise

 

 


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Reviewed by: Richard Wong
Judges Rating:
87
Aroma:
24 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
33 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
15 / 20

Social Lubricant DIPA by Gnarly Barley Brewing Co.

Low Road Oktoberfest

Low Road Oktoberfest

Louisiana
United States
Oktoberfest, Low Road Brewing
Description 

German Märzen style lager.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
6.3%

 

 


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Reviewed by: Rodney A. Tillinghast
Judges Rating:
76
Aroma:
18 / 24
Appearance:
5 / 6
Flavor:
30 / 40
Mouthfeel:
7 / 10
Overall Impression:
16 / 20

Low Road Oktoberfest by Low Road Brewing poured a firm amber out of the crowler presented (Style 4B–Festbier) that was quite clear with a snow white head that lingered slightly and then... Read More

Low Road Schwarzbier

Low Road Schwarzbier

Louisiana
United States
Schwarzbier, Low Road Brewing
Description 

Malty, roasty, light-bodied dark lager.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
5.7%

 

 


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Reviewed by: Rodney A. Tillinghast
Judges Rating:
82
Aroma:
20 / 24
Appearance:
5 / 6
Flavor:
32 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20

Low Road Schwarzbier by Low Road Brewing poured quite black, almost black, but there were some highlights towards a brown ale in there. Very well poured with a head that persisted.   

When It Rains, It Cascades

When It Rains, It Cascades

Louisiana
United States
When It Rains, It Cascades, Low Road Brewing
Description 

Pale Ale with Cascade hops.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
5.3
Hops: 
Cascade

 

 


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Reviewed by: Rodney A. Tillinghast
Judges Rating:
75
Aroma:
19 / 24
Appearance:
4 / 6
Flavor:
30 / 40
Mouthfeel:
6 / 10
Overall Impression:
16 / 20

When It Rains, It Cascades by Low Road Brewing poured tawny amber (Style 18, American Pale Ale) into my pint glass with a terrific off-white head that lasted well into the full session. ... Read More

Snow Bird

Snow Bird

Louisiana
United States
Snow Bird, Low Road Brewing
Description 

Maple Praline Brown Ale

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
6.4%

 

 


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Reviewed by: Rodney A. Tillinghast
Judges Rating:
84
Aroma:
21 / 24
Appearance:
5 / 6
Flavor:
35 / 40
Mouthfeel:
7 / 10
Overall Impression:
16 / 20

When the nights are long and temperatures get nippy, it's always a pleasure to look forward to a Winter Seasonal Ale (Style 30C) to sip at. Snow Bird by Low Road Brewing poured a dark... Read More

Cloud Cover

Cloud Cover

Louisiana
United States
Cloud Cover, Low Road Brewing
Beverage Profile
ABV: 
6.7%
Hops: 
Cryo Citra, Nelson Sauvin

 

 


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Reviewed by: Rodney A. Tillinghast
Judges Rating:
82
Aroma:
20 / 24
Appearance:
5 / 6
Flavor:
34 / 40
Mouthfeel:
7 / 10
Overall Impression:
16 / 20

Picked up and opened as an American IPA (Style 21A) per the 2021 BJCP Style Guidelines, this ale pours a light amber with more haze than expected, but nowadays a bit of haze is more than acceptable for style. It poured out with a firm white head... Read More

Side Bae Double IPA Idaho 7

Side Bae Double IPA Idaho 7

Georgia
United States
Side Bae Double IPA Idaho 7, Wild Leap Brew Co.
Description 

Super small batch IPA brewed with experimental malt formulas and hop combinations. These are the most heavily-hopped NEIPA's we've ever made, brewed exclusively for the taproom.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
7.6%
IBUs: 
45
Hops: 
Idaho 7

 

 


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Reviewed by: Randy Scorby
Judges Rating:
97
Aroma:
23 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
39 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20

Side Bae Double IPA Idaho 7 by Wild Leap Brew Co. is being evaluated as a Hazy IPA (Category 21C) from the 2021 BJCP Style Guidelines.

Low Road Saison

Low Road Saison

Louisiana
United States
Low Road Saison, Low Road Brewing
Description 

A little fruity, a little spicy, and very refreshing!

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
6.2%
Hops: 
Hallertau Blanc, Celeia

 

 


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Reviewed by: Rick Franckhauser
Judges Rating:
90
Aroma:
23 / 24
Appearance:
5 / 6
Flavor:
36 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Low Road Brewing Saison was judged as BJCP Category 25B, standard strength pale saison. The aroma opens with moderately high levels of spice, cinnamon, clove and white pepper. There is some lower-level spice qualities... Read More

Double Trouble

Double Trouble

Louisiana
United States
Double Trouble, Low Road Brewing
Description 

Hazy double IPA with lactose, Citra & Motueka hops.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
8.0%
Hops: 
Citra, Motueka

 

 


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Reviewed by: Rick Franckhauser
Judges Rating:
92
Aroma:
22 / 24
Appearance:
5 / 6
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Double Trouble by Low Road Brewing was judged as BJCP Category 21C, Hazy IPA. High levels of pineapple and guava are up close and personal at first whiff, followed by moderately high levels of mango and passion fruit.... Read More

Hot Cocoa Stout

Hot Cocoa Stout

Hot Cocoa Stout, Low Road Brewing
Description 

Stout brewed with lactose, cocoa nibs & cinnamon.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
6.5%

 

 


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Reviewed by: Rick Franckhauser
Judges Rating:
88
Aroma:
21 / 24
Appearance:
5 / 6
Flavor:
34 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20

Hot Cocoa Stout by Low Road Brewing was judged as BJCP category 30 A Spice Herb Vegetable beer with chocolate and cinnamon, BJCP category 16B, Sweet Stout as the base style. The beer opens with a moderately high level... Read More

Apex Predator

Apex Predator

New Jersey
United States
Apex Predator, Ghost Hawk Brewing
Description 

At the top of the food chain this New England-style IPA will sink its talons into your palate with loads of fruity character derived from Citra, Mosaic, Simcoe, and Ekuanot hops.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
6.8%
IBUs: 
46
Hops: 
Citra, Mosaic, Simcoe, Ekuanot

 

 


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Reviewed by: Dan Martich
Judges Rating:
92
Aroma:
24 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20

Apex Predator by Ghost Hawk Brewing Co. is being evaluated as a Hazy IPA (Category 21C) per the 2021 BJCP Style guidelines. 

Shadowplay

Shadowplay

United States
Shadowplay, Ghost Hawk Brewing
Description 

It's a German style of black lager made with "de-bittered" dark roasted malt, which imparts the color and pleasant toasted flavor without the astringency one might expect. The soft flavors and smooth texture are enhanced by the subtle character of Tettnang hops.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
4.9%
IBUs: 
27
Hops: 
Tettnang

 

 


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Reviewed by: Dan Martich
Judges Rating:
85
Aroma:
20 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
36 / 40
Mouthfeel:
7 / 10
Overall Impression:
16 / 20

Shadowplay by Ghost Hawk Brewing Co. is being evaluated as a Schwarzbier (Category 8) from the 2021 BJCP Style guidelines. 

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