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Randy Scorby

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Beer & Mead Judge

Randy Scorby began his search for great beer decades ago and he has been home brewing since 2006. He is currently the Assistant BJCP Continuing Education Director as well as a Grand Master IV Beer Judge, Mead Judge and Cider Judge.  He was also the 2011 National Homebrewer of the Year.  He has traveled to many locations worldwide in search of the perfect beer, including Great Britain, Belgium, Germany, New Zealand, Austria and the Czech Republic.

My reviews

Rider

Rider by Midnight Sun Brewing Co.
Judges Rating:
92
Appearance:
5 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Rider, from Midnight Sun Brewing Company, is being evaluated as a Wild Specialty Beer (Category 28C) from the 2015 BJCP Style Guidelines.

This beer exudes Brettanomyces character right from the start, with a combination of stone fruit and floral followed up quickly with the classic... Read More

Sonoma Tart

Sonoma Tart, Bear Republc Brewing Co.
Judges Rating:
96
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
39 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20

Sonoma Tart by Bear Republic Brewing Co. is being evaluated as a Wild Specialty Beer (Category 28C) from the 2015 BJCP Style Guidelines.

Sonoma Tart pours a deep, hazy yellow with a white head that lingers. The aroma starts with prominent mixed passion fruit that eventually gives way to... Read More

Alpha Abstraction, Vol. 15

Alpha Abstraction, Vol. 15

Georgia
United States
Alpha Abstraction, Vol. 15, Wild Leap Brew Co.
Description 

ABV 8% - Fifteenth edition of our juicy, double dry-hopped IPA made with El Dorado and Idaho 7 hops.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
8.0%
IBUs: 
44
Hops: 
El Dorado, Idaho 7

 

 


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Judges Rating:
96
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
9 / 20

Alpha Abstraction, Vol. VX by Wild Leap Brew Co. is being evaluated as a Double IPA (Category 22A) from the 2015 BJCP Style Guidelines.

Alpha Abstraction pours a hazy light gold with a lingering white head that remains throughout the glass. It features a prominent fresh and bright resiny... Read More

Stone Saison

Stone Brewing Saison Beer
Judges Rating:
88
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
34 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20

The initial aroma is fruity with a hint of lemon, followed by a moderate herbal, spicy character. A light black pepper and bready maltiness evolves over time, offering balance and adding even more complexity to this beer. The lemon is even more pronounced in the flavor and is complemented by a... Read More

Road 2 Ruin

Road 2 Ruin

Connecticut
United States
Road 2 Ruin, Two Roads Brewing Co.
Description 

A big, hoppy Double IPA with plenty of bite! Our assertive, hop-centric Road 2 Ruin has a lean malt character and is brewed with seven Pacific Northwest hop varieties including Cascade, Centennial, Amarillo and Citra.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
8.0%
Hops: 
Cascade, Centennial, Amarillo, Citra

 

 


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Judges Rating:
93
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Road 2 Ruin by Two Roads Brewing Co. is being evaluated as a Double IPA (Category 22A) via the 2015 BJCP Style Guidelines.

Road 2 Ruin Double IPA pours a fairly clear deep, bright gold with a creamy white head that lingers. It features a prominent aroma of tropical fruit, floral and a... Read More

Moirai India Pale Ale

Fate Brewing Moirai IPA Beer
Judges Rating:
96
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
39 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20

A prominent floral and orange citrus hop aroma leaps out of the glass as it is being poured and remains in the forefront of this delightful IPA. A light, bready maltiness and mixed berry esters help round out the aroma and add some complexity. The orange citrus hop character takes center stage... Read More

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