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Rick Franckhauser

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Beer Judge

Rick’s interest in beer styles and brewing began in 1975, as a part of an interest in the culinary arts but his education in beer styles began with an introduction to Michael Jackson’s “The World Guide To Beer”. In those days imported beers were hard to come by to say the least. As that began to change, his appreciation and interest in various beer styles grew stronger. Some styles remained hard to find, so in 1991, Rick began home brewing.  To increase his knowledge of the brewing process he became a member of the Cincinnati Malt Infusers homebrew club in 1996, where he served as Program Director and helps to conduct an annual BJCP exam prep class. Rick became a BJCP judge in 2004 and has risen to the rank of National. But most importantly, he loves beer! After all these years, he remains fascinated with the varied aroma and flavor experiences a beer can provide.

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My reviews

For Pete's Sake

Duclaw Beer For Pete's Sake
Judges Rating:
89
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
20 / 24
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

This beer's aroma consists of bitter chocolate, roasted malts, coffee, some toffee and a fleeting whiff of peanut butter. All are joined by a boozy alcohol character. The flavor follows through with a big alcohol presence that is not hot or fusel, but still prominent. A huge bitter chocolate and... Read More

For The Love Of Lager: German-Style Pilsner

For The Love Of Lager: German-Style Pilsner

Pennsylvania
USA
For The Love Of Lager: German-Style Pilsner, Wallenpaupack Brewing Co.
Beverage Profile
ABV: 
5.1%
IBUs: 
20
Malts: 
Extra Pale Pilsner, Carafoam, Acidulated
Hops: 
Mittelfrüh, German Tradition, German Saaz

 

 


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Judges Rating:
92
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

For The Love Of Lager: German-Style Pilsner by Wallenpaupack Brewing Co. was judged as BJCP category 5D, German Pilsner. The aroma opens with a moderately high level of spicy and floral hops that are fresh and inviting. Just a hint of sulfur is present, which may be... Read More

Upside Down Blonde

Flat 12 Bierwerks Upside Down Blonde beer
Judges Rating:
85
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
20 / 24
Flavor:
32 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Grainy and sweet malt with notes of corn are taken over by spicy hops, which then dominate the aroma. Trace amounts of nectarine esters manage to sneak out in time. The creamy white head drops out rather quickly atop this bright straw-colored brew, but does leave a ring of foam and traces of... Read More

Radical Rye I.P.A.

Radical Rye I.P.A. by Gnarly Barley Brewing Co.
Judges Rating:
87
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
20 / 24
Flavor:
35 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20

Oranges and an impression of sweet grapefruit are followed by a hint of pine resin and faint pineapple. Some spicy aspects also come through but I suspect they are from the hops rather than rye malt. The malt is nondescript but the source of the sweet aspect in the aroma. Clean fermentation.... Read More

Barrel Aged Lugene

Barrel Aged Lugene, Odell Brewing Co.
Judges Rating:
86
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
19 / 24
Flavor:
35 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Barrel Aged Lugene by Odell Brewing Co. aged in Whiskey barrels was judged as a specialty wood aged beer according to BJCP category 33B.

Fruity esters reminiscent of dates are covered in chocolate. Whiskey notes are detected with hints of earthy hops and a woodiness that may be from the... Read More

Pike IPA

Pike IPA, The Pike Brewing Co.
Judges Rating:
90
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
20 / 24
Flavor:
36 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Pike IPA was judged as BJCP category 21A, American IPA.

The aroma opens with moderately high levels of pine resin, catty and dank hops are up front in the aroma. A touch of grapefruit rind and some sweet orange join in. There is a background note of grainy and rich caramel malt detected.... Read More

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