Fruity aromas and flavors abound in this Flanders Red Ale, otherwise known as the Burgundy of Belgium or beer's equivalent to red wine. The aroma contains cherry, raspberry, strawberry, light citrus and raw sweetness. A low oak character lingers in the background. At serving temperature, this... Read More
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Jim Koebel
Grand Master Beer Judge
Jim is a Grand Master beer judge and former Associate Exam Director for the Beer Judge Certification Program. He began enjoying good beer in the mid aughts and started homebrewing shortly thereafter. Regardless of style, Jim is always on the lookout for breweries that are good at what they do.
My reviews
Appearance:
4 / 6
Aroma:
20 / 24
Flavor:
35 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
16 / 20
Appearance:
4 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20
Too Pure To Be Pink Double IPA - 2022 by Wild Leap Brew Co. was judged as BJCP Category 22A, Double IPA. The double IPA style is a direct counterpoint to the “session” beer trend: These intense brews make no compromises in terms of hop character, bitterness and... Read More
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
21 / 24
Flavor:
35 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20
This dry-hopped American Pale Ale begins with paired fruity and floral hop aromas. They're unusually distinct and separable, but fresh. This beer tastes predominantly hoppy, containing fruity flavors that have a tropical element. It is also quite bitter, supported by a clean and neutral malt... Read More
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20
The aromas of grapefruit, mango, and pineapple that make up the nose of this DIPA are familiar, but their intensity is one of a kind; they could be smelled over two feet away upon cracking it open. Eventually, bitter pith and resin come through with honey-like malt that is mild but also rich... Read More
Appearance:
4 / 6
Aroma:
21 / 24
Flavor:
34 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
16 / 20
Moon Burn is a golden ale with boysenberry, fermented with a mixed culture and aged in french oak. It was judged as BJCP Category 28C, Wild Specialty Beer. This beer has a moderately strong berry-like fruit aroma. Underneath lies the earthy aroma of oak. It pours an opaque radish color and has... Read More
Appearance:
5 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
8 / 20
Tie 8 On by Monday Night Brewing is a Mixed Style Beer (blend of barrel aged strong beers with vanilla beans), brewed by Monday Night Brewing and judged as BJCP Category 34B.
This pitch black brew has a complex aroma profile, a combination of wood, vanilla and sweetness. These elements... Read More