The aroma of this beer had bouquets of citrus, hints of mango and bread-like qualities. The appearance was a cloudy straw-like color due to the beer being unfiltered. I personally like the look of unfiltered beers and this one was beautiful. Even with the cloudiness, I could see the bubbles... Read More
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Richard Wong
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
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
34 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
7 / 20
Agave Wheat Hef by Garage Brewing Co. was judged as Style 1D (American Wheat Ale) according to the 2021 BJCP Beer Guideline. The beer's pour revealed a hazy, cloudy, foamy head that had hints of a straw hue. Small, carbonated bubbles with very good carbonation and head retention were left atop... Read More
Appearance:
5 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20
The beer had a very nice hoppy aroma of pine needles and slight citrus qualities. It poured a light straw color that featured a very nice carbonation and nice clarity. Nice qualities of malt sweetness and hop bittering that was was not overpowering and aggressive, but rather smooth. Flavors of... Read More
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
36 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20
This beer was judged as a #33B (Specialty Wood-Aged Beer ). This can also be judged as an "Autumn Seasonal Beer ", but with the addition of it being aged in bourbon barrels I thought the latter was a better fit. The first scent of this beer had wonderful bourbon and chocolate notes. The pour... Read More
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
24 / 24
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20
Four Seasons - Winter '18 by Mother Earth Brew Co. is judged as #20C according to the 2015 BJCP Guidelines as an Imperial Stout. The beer had wonderful aromas of dark chocolate, raisins, bourbon flavors, coffee and an alcohol presence. Hop aroma was negligible, which is okay for this style.... Read More
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
24 / 24
Flavor:
33 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20
Island Mango Twist by Garage Brewing Co. would ordinarily fall under category #10A (Weissbier) under the BJCP 2015 Guidelines, but with the addition of fruit flavors this would be better placed under #29A (Fruit Beer). As advertised, this beer has "pineapple, mango and coconut flavors." The... Read More