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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

Sightglass

Sightglass

Washington
United States
Sightglass, Single Hill Brewing
Description 

This fresh, sessionable Hazy Pale ale stands out as one of our core, year-round beers. Flavors of bright citrus juice, orange rind, and pineapple lead to a light and fruity finish. An after work pick-me-up, or a patio pounder, Sightglass is refreshing: inviting sip after sip.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
5.4%
IBUs: 
35
Served at: 
40º F
Malts: 
Idaho malt, Oats, Wheat
Hops: 
Citra, Amarillo, Comet

 

 


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Judges Rating:
89
Appearance:
5 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
36 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Sightglass by Single Hill Brewing falls under the category of #18B (American Pale Ale) according to the 2015 BJCP Guidelines. This is a Hazy Pale Ale. The beer revealed a straw-like hue in the pour with an obviously cloudy and hazy appearance. It had nice carbonation that dissipated quickly. The... Read More

Incorrigible

Incorrigible Sour Beer New Holland
Judges Rating:
94
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

The beer poured a beautifully clear straw color that featured very good carbonation and a hint of citrus in the aroma. There was no noticeable malt nor hop aromas, which is to be expected for the style. The flavor itself wasn't much like a beer, but rather more cider-like. It was very fruity, as... Read More

Alphagator

Alphagator

Louisiana
United States
Alphagator, Abita Brewing Co.
Description 

At 9% ABV, Abita AlphaGator® is the Alpha predator of IPAs. Lurking around with its hazy appearance, this Imperial IPA asserts big hop flavors of tropical and citrus fruits. You have been warned.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
8.5
IBUs: 
35
Hops: 
Citra

 

 


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Judges Rating:
92
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
24 / 24
Flavor:
35 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Alphagator by Abita Brewing Co. was judged as #22A (Double IPA) according to the 2021 BJCP Guidelines. There is no Imperial IPA category and the most appropriate style is the double IPA. The aroma of this beer had very strong hints of citrus, most notably grapefruit that was very aromatic and... Read More

6 Hop IPA

6 Hop IPA by Rogue Ales & Spirits
Judges Rating:
90
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
36 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

The aroma had a light tropical fruitiness derived from the various hop varietals. The color was a beautiful copper hue along with great clarity and good carbonation. The flavor featured a nicely balanced slightly sweet malt along with good bittering hops with hints of pine resin. However, I... Read More

Orval

Orval

Orval, Brasserie d’Orval
Description 

Sunset-orange color; a fruity and slightly acidic bouquet, firm body, profound hop bitterness, and long, dry finish. Orval is bottled with Brettanomyces, a yeast strain that leads to superb dry complexity and ageworthiness.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
6.9%
IBUs: 
32
Served at: 
50º F
Hops: 
Hallertau, Styrian Goldings, Strisselspalt

 

 


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Judges Rating:
94
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
24 / 24
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Orval by Brasserie d'Orval was judged as a #26A (Belgian Single) under the 2021 BJCP Guidelines. The pour of this beer had a nice malt sweetness and some esters in the aroma. The pour also revealed a very nice light brown hue with very good carbonation. It had a slight chill haze in its... Read More

Mo Honey, Mo Problems

Mo Honey, Mo Problems by Mockery Brewing Co.
Judges Rating:
95
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
24 / 24
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20

Definition (Braggot) : An ancient medieval drink comprised of mead made with honey and barley malt. It typically uses 1/3 malted barley, but can have as much as 1/2. Can have hop bitterness in the recipe.

The beer poured a wonderful light golden straw color that was hazy and unfiltered... Read More

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