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Richard Wong

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Beer Judge

Richard currently holds the distinction of National Judge and has been a BJCP member since 1996. As well, he has been a homebrewer for more than 15 years.  He enjoys visiting new brewpubs and breweries and is always on the lookout for new beers. He resides in the San Francisco Bay Area.

 

My reviews

Tynt Meadow

Tynt Meadow

United Kingdom
Tynt Meadow, Mount Saint Bernard Abbey
Description 

Tynt Meadow is mahogany-colored, with a subtle, warm red hue, and a lasting beige head. Its aroma carries hints of dark chocolate, liquorice, and rich fruit flavors. The beer is full-bodied, gently balancing the taste of dark chocolate, pepper, and fig. It leaves a warm and dry finish on the palate.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
7.4%
IBUs: 
35
Served at: 
50 - 55º F

 

 


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Judges Rating:
96
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
24 / 24
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20

Tynt Meadow by Mount Saint Bernard Abbey was reviewed as #26B (Belgian Dubbel) according to the 2021 BJCP Guidelines. 

The pour of this beer revealed a dark brown hue that was cloudy in appearance. It had light carbonation, and the head dissipated quickly along the sides of the glass. The... Read More

Brett the Hopman Tart

Brett the Hopman Tart y Mockery Brewing Co.
Judges Rating:
88
Appearance:
5 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
36 / 40
Mouthfeel:
7 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20

Okay, here is an unusual one: a Sour IPA (whiskey barrrel aged). The best category for this beer is as a " Mixed Style." The pour featured a nice light brown hue that was cloudy and had a light carbonation and head retention that faded quickly. The aroma of this beer was hoppy along with a hint... Read More

Down Under IPA

Down Under IPA, pFriem Family Brewers
Judges Rating:
87
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
34 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
15 / 20

Down Under IPA by pFriem Family Brewers was reviewed as an American India Pale Ale ( #21A ). The beer poured had a nice light brown hue with a little chill haze.  Again, it had very nice carbonation that had tiny bubbles that was almost fluffy. The aroma was a bit subdued with malt sweetness and... Read More

E.Z. Orchards Poire

E.Z. Orchards Poire, E.Z. Orchards
Judges Rating:
87
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
34 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Perry by E.Z. Orchards is an alcoholic drink made from fermented pears falls under the 2015 BJCP Guidelines as (C1D) New World Perry. The aroma of this perry has a nice floral fragrances with subtle hints of fruit. The appearance of this perry revealed a hue that was almost clear (like water) ... Read More

Session Saison

Session Saison

Colorado
United States
Session Saison, Seedstock Brewery
Description 

The Seedstock Session Saison weighs-in at a very sessionable 4.5% ABV, and is right on time for the beginning of patio season. It is sunshine-yellow in color with an aroma of fresh citrus. It is peppery crisp with a dry, but bright finish.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
4.5%

 

 


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Judges Rating:
83
Appearance:
4 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
33 / 40
Mouthfeel:
7 / 10
Overall Impression:
16 / 20

Session Saison by Seedstock Brewery falls under the category of 25B Saison according to the 2015 BJCP Guidelines. The pour revealed a light brown hue and not a golden nor straw-colored one typical of the style. The aroma of this beer had nice, spicy, floral notes along with some fruity esters... Read More

Fade to Black

Left Hand Beer Fade To Black Stout
Judges Rating:
89
Appearance:
5 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
34 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

The beer had hints of roasty notes of coffee and no hop presence along with a very dark brown/black color with very little carbonation. The beer had light roasted malts that had subtle hints of coffee-like flavors along with bittering hops. I get a subtle hint of lactose, though not as much as a... Read More

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