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Juiced Lychee IPA

Juiced Lychee IPA

Illinois
United States
Juiced Lychee IPA, Moody Tongue Brewing Co.
Description 

This medium-bodied, 6.0% American IPA showcases flavors and aromatics reminiscent of lychee, grapefruit zest and pineapple.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
6.0%
IBUs: 
55
Served at: 
40 - 45º F
Malts: 
Pale, White Wheat
Hops: 
Galaxy, Simcoe, Amarillo

 

 


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Reviewed by: Michael Heniff
Judges Rating:
94
Aroma:
22 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Juiced Lychee IPA by Moody Tongue Brewing Co.

Orange Blossom Belgian Blonde

Orange Blossom Belgian Blonde

Illinois
United States
Orange Blossom Belgian Blonde, Moody Tongue Brewing Co.
Description 

This medium-bodied, Belgian-style Blond Ale showcases notes reminiscent of honeysuckle, orange rock candy and apricot.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
5.4
IBUs: 
25
Served at: 
40 - 45º F
Malts: 
Pilsen, White Wheat, Cara 20
Hops: 
Styrian Golding, Hallertau

 

 


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Reviewed by: Michael Heniff
Judges Rating:
94
Aroma:
22 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20

Orange Blossom Belgian Blonde by Moody Tongue Brewing Co.

Shiner Prickly Pear

Shiner Prickly Pear

Texas
United States
Shiner Prickly Pear, Spoetzl Brewery
Beverage Profile
ABV: 
4.9%
IBUs: 
12
Served at: 
40 - 45º F
Hops: 
Citra, US Golding

 

 


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Reviewed by: Richard Wong
Judges Rating:
76
Aroma:
22 / 24
Appearance:
4 / 6
Flavor:
29 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
13 / 20

Shiner Prickly Pear by The Spoetzl Brewery was judged as a #29A Fruit Beer according to the 2021 BJCP Guidelines. 

Tank Dog Tangerine Mango Imperial IPA

Tank Dog Tangerine Mango Imperial IPA

Virginia
United States
Tank Dog Tangerine Mango Imperial IPA, New Realm Brewing
Description 

Unleash your inner dog and LGFT! Tank Dog is more than a beer. It's a mindset. Expect unleashed juicy notes and smooth drinkability. When life barks. Bite back.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
9.6%
Hops: 
Citra, Azacca, Lemondrop, Mosaic

 

 


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Reviewed by: Dan Martich
Judges Rating:
92
Aroma:
23 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
7 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Tank Dog Tangerine Mango Imperial IPA by New Realm Brewing is being evaluated as a Fruit Beer (Category 29A) from the 2021 BJCP Style guidelines. 

Tank Dog West Coast Imperial IPA

Tank Dog West Coast Imperial IPA

Virginia
United States
Tank Dog West Coast Imperial IPA, New Realm Brewing
Description 

Unleash your inner dog and LGFT! Tank dog is more than a beer. It's a mindset. Expect unleashed juicy notes and smooth drinkability. When life barks. Bite back.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
9.3%
Served at: 
45 - 50ºF
Hops: 
Centennial, Simcoe, Vic Secret

 

 


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Reviewed by: Dan Martich
Judges Rating:
97
Aroma:
24 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
39 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20

Tank Dog West Coast Imperial IPA  by New Realm Brewing is being evaluated as a Double IPA (Category 22A) from the 2021 BJCP Style guidelines. 

Tank Dog Hazy Imperial IPA

Tank Dog Hazy Imperial IPA

Virginia
United States
Tank Dog Hazy Imperial IPA, New Realm Brewing
Description 

Unleash your inner dog and LGFT! Tank dog is more than a beer. It's a mindset. Expect unleashed juicy notes and smooth drinkability. When life barks. Bite back.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
9.6%
Served at: 
45 - 50ºF
Hops: 
Citra, Mosaic

 

 


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Reviewed by: Dan Martich
Judges Rating:
88
Aroma:
22 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
35 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20

Tank Dog Hazy Imperial IPA by New Realm Brewing is being evaluated as a Hazy IPA (Category 21C) from the 2021 BJCP Style guidelines. 

Peerless Barrel Aged Toasted Pilsner

Peerless Barrel Aged Toasted Pilsner

Kentucky
United States
Peerless Barrel Aged Toasted Pilsner, Hometown Brewing Co.
Description 

Our Toasted Pilsner was aged for 10 months in a Peerless Rye Whiskey barrel and a Single Batch Bourbon barrel. We blended them together to create this light lager. The bourbon aroma is heavy. The taste is a perfect blend of an oak roast and the Pilsner coming through.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
7.4%
IBUs: 
27
Served at: 
40 - 50º F
Malts: 
Barke Pilsen
Hops: 
German Tettnang

 

 


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Reviewed by: Brian Eichhorn
Judges Rating:
78
Aroma:
18 / 24
Appearance:
4 / 6
Flavor:
32 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
16 / 20

Peerless Barrel Aged Toasted Pilsner by Hometown Brewing Co. is being evaluated as a 33B Specialty Wood-Aged Beer, with a base style of 5D German Pils.

Imperial Raspberry Vanilla Porter Aged In Whiskey-Cask-Finished Port Wine Barrels

Imperial Raspberry Vanilla Porter Aged In Whiskey-Cask-Finished Port Wine Barrels

Colorado
United States
Imperial Raspberry Vanilla Porter Aged In Whiskey-Cask-Finished Port Wine Barrels, Breckenridge Brewery
Description 

This beer's story is best told through its barrels. Originally housing port wine for several years, these French oak casks were then used to finish a special version of whiskey from our friends at Breckenridge Distillery. They were then delivered to their final home on Brewery Lane to rest our Imperial Raspberry Vanilla Porter. A fresh raspberry addition to the brew complements the port wine, creating a jammy flavor and tart mouthfeel. Whiskey notes accentuate the smooth vanilla and robust porter character resulting in a delightfully strong and decadent treat!

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
13.4%
IBUs: 
28

 

 


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Reviewed by: Michael Heniff
Judges Rating:
92
Aroma:
21 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Imperial Raspberry Vanilla Porter Aged In Whiskey-Cask-Finished Port Wine Barrels by Breckenridge Brewery is a fruited and spiced barrel-aged strong porter and is being evaluated as a Specialty Fruit Beer (category 29C... Read More

Alpha Abstraction Vol. 23

Alpha Abstraction Vol. 23

Georgia
United States
Alpha Abstraction Vol. 23, Wild Leap Brew Co.
Beverage Profile
ABV: 
8.0%
IBUs: 
44

 

 


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Reviewed by: Michael Heniff
Judges Rating:
92
Aroma:
22 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Alpha Abstraction Vol. 23 by Wild Leap Brew Co. is a double IPA and is being evaluated as a double IPA (category 22A in the 2021 BJCP Beer Style Guidelines). The focus of the double IPA style is hops, hops and more hops... Read More

Vibacious Double IPA

Vibacious Double IPA

Ohio
United States
Vibacious Double IPA, Great Lakes Brewing Co.
Description 

Keep the vibes right and the mood bright with a remarkably smooth Double IPA packed with feel-good hop character.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
9.0%
IBUs: 
40
Malts: 
Two-Row, Wheat, Oats
Hops: 
Citra, Cashmere, Apollo

 

 


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Reviewed by: Michael Heniff
Judges Rating:
94
Aroma:
22 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Vibacious Double IPA by Great Lakes Brewing Co. is a double IPA and is being evaluated as a double IPA (category 22A in the 2021 BJCP Beer Style Guidelines). The focus of the double IPA style is hops, hops and more hops... Read More

Loon Call

Loon Call

Maine
United States
Loon Call, Batson River Brewing
Description 

A German style Pilsner which utilizes a balanced and layered variety of pilsner malts complemented noble hops. Light in body with slight bready notes and restrained bitterness.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
4.6%
Malts: 
Pilsner Malt, Barke Pilsner Malt, Low Color Pilsner Malt
Hops: 
Magnum, Mittelfruh, Pearle, Saaz

 

 


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Reviewed by: Michael Heniff
Judges Rating:
91
Aroma:
22 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
36 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20

Loon Call by Batson River Brewing & Distilling is a pilsner and is being evaluated as a German Pils (category 5D in the 2021 BJCP Beer Style Guidelines). German Pils are noted for their light color, high attenuation... Read More

Prickly Pear Hef

Prickly Pear Hef

California
United States
Prickly Pear Hef, Garage Brewing Co.
Description 

Also known by their Spanish name: Tunas, Prickly Pears are the edible and oh-so-tasty fruit from the Opuntia Genus of Cactus. Prickly Pears have long been used as an ingredient in brewing, especially in Mexico, where they are used to create a traditional alcoholic beverage called Colonche.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
5.5%
Served at: 
45
Malts: 
Rahr Two-Row, Rahr Wheat - SuperSack, Weyermann Acidulated
Hops: 
German Magnum, Mt. Hood

 

 


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Reviewed by: Nelson Crowle
Judges Rating:
94
Aroma:
22 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
39 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20

Prickly Pear Hef by Garage Brewing Co. was evaluated as a BJCP 2021 Fruit Beer (29A) with the base style of American Wheat (1D).  

French Toast Hef

French Toast Hef

California
United States
French Toast Hef, Garage Brewing Co.
Description 

Inspired by our favorite meal of the day, this Hef is perfect any time. This aroma and taste will remind you of the syrupy, maple goodness of French toast. Surprisingly complex, this brew is well worth trying.

Flavor: French Toast
Aroma: Maple Vanilla
Balance: Low Bitterness
Body: Low Malt

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
5.5%
Served at: 
45º F
Malts: 
Rahr Two-Row, Rahr Wheat - SuperSack, Weyermann Acidulated
Hops: 
German Magnum, Mt. Hood

 

 


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Reviewed by: Nelson Crowle
Judges Rating:
93
Aroma:
22 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

French Toast Hef by Garage Brewing Co. was evaluated as a BJCP 2021 Spice/Herb/Vegetable (30A) category with an underlying style of American Wheat (1D).  

After Burn Hazy IPA

After Burn Hazy IPA

California
United States
After Burn Hazy IPA, Garage Brewing Co.
Description 

This is a very balanced, crisp, and refreshing West Coast Version of a New England IPA.

Color: Deep Gold, Golden Orange Color
Aroma: Floral, Honey, Light Caramel and Grapefruit Notes
Body: Creamy and Smooth

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
6.4%
Served at: 
45º F
Malts: 
Simpson Crystal Light, Weyermann Munich Type 1 - Lite, Rahr Wheat - SuperSack, Rahr Two-Row
Hops: 
Galaxy, Citra Cryo Pellets, Amarillo

 

 


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Reviewed by: Nelson Crowle
Judges Rating:
91
Aroma:
21 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

After Burn Hazy IPA by Garage Brewing Co. was evaluated as a BJCP 2021 style of Hazy IPA (21C).  

Off the Line Hazy IPA

Off the Line Hazy IPA

California
United States
Off the Line Hazy IPA, Garage Brewing Co.
Description 

With its quadruple addition of hops, this New England IPA will give you milkshake vibes at the finish.

Color: Hazy Gold
Aroma: Luscious
Flavor: Candied Fruit and Citrus
Body: Rich and Creamy
Balance: Juicy

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
6.8%
Served at: 
45º F
Malts: 
Rahr Wheat - Unmalted, Rahr Two-Row, Weyermann Acidulated, Rahr Wheat - SuperSack, Grain Millers Flaked Oats
Hops: 
Citra, Mosaic, Galaxy, Amarillo

 

 


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Reviewed by: Brad Darnell
Judges Rating:
93
Aroma:
23 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Off The Line Hazy IPA by Garage Brewing Co. is being judged according to the 2021 BJCP Style Guidelines, Category 21C - Hazy IPA.

Churro Ale

Churro Ale

California
United States
Churro Ale, Garage Brewing Co.
Description 

Take your taste buds for a crazy ride with this cinnamon and vanilla infused Pale Ale. Tastes just like a fresh churro right out of the fryer and sprinkled with cinnamon sugar.

Flavor: Churro
Aroma: Vanilla and Spice
Balance: Malty Sweetness
Body: Medium

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
5.5%
Served at: 
45º F
Malts: 
Dingemans Biscuit Malt, Rahr Two-Row, Crisp Crystal 45L, Weyermann Acidulated, Grain Millers Flaked Barley
Hops: 
German Magnum, Mt. Hood

 

 


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Reviewed by: Brad Darnell
Judges Rating:
82
Aroma:
20 / 24
Appearance:
5 / 6
Flavor:
34 / 40
Mouthfeel:
7 / 10
Overall Impression:
16 / 20

Churro Ale by Garage Brewing Co. is being judged according to the 2021 BJCP Style Guidelines, Category 30A - Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer.

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