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

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.