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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

Kickflipper West Coast IPA

Kickflipper West Coast IPA

Virginia
USA
Kickflipper West Coast IPA, New Realm Brewing Co.
Description 

Classic style combining elements of old and new. This brews got the perfect kick of hops, loaded with Centennial, Cascade, Citra and Simcoe. Drop in and catch some nostalgic liquid stoke with every sip, shredding your thirst for danky hops.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
7.0%
IBUs: 
65
Served at: 
45º - 50º F
Malts: 
Pilsner, American Two-Row
Hops: 
Centennial, Cascade, Citra, Simcoe, Centennial

 

 


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Judges Rating:
85
Appearance:
5 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
33 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20

Kickflipper West Coast IPA by New Realm Brewing was judged as a Style 21A, American IPA, according to the 2021 BJCP Style Guidelines. 

The pour revealed a yellow hue that had good carbonation with a little bit of chill haze in appearance. The aroma had citrusy notes that were very... Read More

Sesiόn Cerveza

Sesion Cerveza by Full Sail Brewing Co.
Judges Rating:
95
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20

This Full Sail Brewing Company's beer was judged as International Pale Lager (BJCP 2A).

The pour for this beer revealed a wonderful straw colored hue with very good clarity and carbonation. The aroma had hints of corn and no hops (okay for style). The flavor exemplified this beer style. ... Read More

Litigator Imperial IPA

 Litigator Imperial IPA by Worthy Brewing Co.
Judges Rating:
88
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
24 / 24
Flavor:
34 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
15 / 20

Litigator Imperial IPA by Worthy Brewing Co. was judged as a Double IPA (India Pale Ale) under the category of (#22A). Upon pouring this beer it had a light golden hue that was very cloudy ( chill haze ).  However, I would not call this a " hazy " or " New England Style. ", because it has been... Read More

E.Z. Orchards Cidre

E.Z. Orchards Cidre

Oregon
United States
E.Z. Orchards Cidre, E.Z. Orchards
Description 

EZ Orchards Cidre is fermented in the Traditional French method requiring diligent care of the fruit prior to harvest. The Cidre is bottled before fermentation is complete resulting in a fine, natural carbonation. Aromas of orchard ripe apples, leaves and earth reflect complex flavors of apple, cinnamon and nutmeg.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
5.7-6.7%

 

 


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Judges Rating:
89
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
36 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20

E.Z. Orchards Cidre by E.Z. Orchards falls under the 2015 BJCP Guidelines as C1A ( New World Cider ). Upon opening the bottle it revealed a nice, soft, subtle apple aroma's in the nose. It was nothing overpowering, but again subtle as expected of a cider. The appearance revealed a nice cloudy... Read More

Gratzer

Gratzer

Colorado
United States
Gratzer, Seedstock Brewery
Description 

Gratzer is a traditional smoked, Polish beer that was brewed for special occasions. The Seedstock Gratzer is champagne-yellow in color, with a fluffy white head. We brewed this beer using 100% oak-smoked wheat malt, so it definitely has a smokey aroma. The sweetness of the smoke combined with the spiciness of saaz hops creates an incredibly crisp beer – dare we say, the true champagne of beers!

 

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
3.2

 

 


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Judges Rating:
87
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
33 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20

Gratzer by Seedstock Brewery falls under the #27 of the Historical Beer category of the 2015 BJCP as a Piwo Grodziskie. This is typically a Polish beer utilizing smoked wheat malt that makes it unique. This beer is different from a German Rauchbier in these certain areas. The smoked aroma/flavor... Read More

Tropical & Juicy

The Hop Concept Beer Tropical & Juicy
Judges Rating:
94
Appearance:
5 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
39 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20

The aroma of hops in this beer wasn’t very profound or strong, but rather muted when compared to other Double IPAs. I still detected hints of pine and resin aromas in the nose. The beer had a light copper color that was somewhat hazy and featured nice carbonation and very good head retention.... Read More

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