Challenge Series #11 Double Brut IPA by Bear Republic Brewing Co. (evaluated as a 2015 Beer Judge Certification Program (BJCP) Category 21B Specialty IPA) asks drinkers: “Are you up for the Challenge?” Higher gravity, drinkability, and lack of harsh or unpleasant characteristics should define... Read More
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Tracy Hensley
Beer Judge
Inspired by a seventh-month exploration of beers throughout Europe, followed by a move to Portland, Oregon, Tracy started home brewing to create the most drinkable beers in the world. Tracy currently holds the BJCP distinction of National Beer/Mead Judge and is the Assistant Representative of the Mountain/Northwest Region serving the Pacific Northwest. In addition to home brewing, administering and grading BJCP exams, judging and running competitions, she also brews beers for the Rogue Eastside Pub and Pilot Brewery with Green Dragon Brewers in Portland.
My reviews
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
7 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20
Appearance:
5 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20
Bright aromas of mouthwatering orange cream ice cream, mimosas made with freshly squeezed oranges and little bits of pulp, and slices of Lady Alice apple esters immediately leap out of the glass. This beer's appearance is of an orange-tinted, fine cream-colored head that does not persist but... Read More
Appearance:
5 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20
Upon pouring, I first notice the aroma of creamed bananas, followed by a warm chocolate brownie covered in a boozy vanilla fudge sauce. The beer has a creamy, dark tan head that clings to the sides of the glass, and is a dark, almost opaque, rusty brown color. The flavor starts with bits of... Read More
Appearance:
5 / 6
Aroma:
20 / 24
Flavor:
36 / 40
Mouthfeel:
7 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20
This hazy Double IPA leads with ethanol and hop bitterness, followed by unusual, but interesting, aromas of white milk chocolate and aggressive resin flavors.
It starts with a moderate aroma of lemon peel, well-blended pine resin, candied vanilla caramel wafers, and white milk... Read More
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
36 / 40
Mouthfeel:
7 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20
Partake Brewing Pale (Non-Alcoholic) by Partake Brewing is a non-alcoholic (0.3%) Pale Ale by Partake Brewing. Evaluated as an American Pale Ale (2015 Beer Judge Certification Program (BJCP) Category 18B) according to BJCP guidelines. For this style, one looks for a refreshing and hoppy beer... Read More
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
36 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20
From a foot away, strong expressive and unique espresso and cacao nib aromas explode from this clear, ruby-brown beer with a persistent tan head.. As the beer warms, it evinces chocolate bar, dark graham cracker, roasted hazelnut pieces in a praline chocolate cake, low alcohol, nutrient rich... Read More