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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

MadeWest Pale Ale

MadeWest Pale Ale, MadeWest Brewing Co.
Judges Rating:
80
Appearance:
5 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
30 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
15 / 20

MadeWest Pale Ale by MadeWest Brewing Co. was judged as an American Pale Ale (18B) according to the 2015 BJCP Guidelines. The beer poured a very beautiful straw hue or very light yellow with moderate carbonation. The aroma of this beer had a citrus quality to it and a hint of malt sweetness and... Read More

Juicy Harvest

Juicy Harvest, Upland Brewing Co.
Judges Rating:
96
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
20 / 20

Juicy Harvest by Upland Brewing Co. was judged as a 14B ( American IPA ) according to the BJCP Guidelines.  The aroma of this beer was very subtle considering that this is an I.P.A. - a very hoppy beer both in aroma and flavor.  I got a light hint of pineapples in the nose which made it very... Read More

Me So Honey

Me So Honey Belching Beaver Beer
Judges Rating:
86
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
34 / 40
Mouthfeel:
7 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20

A nice straw color that was cloudy, hazy and unfiltered – all positive attributes pertaining to this style. I detected hints of honey and a mild sweetness in the aroma. Head retention for this beer was nil, as it quickly dissipated. This beer exhibits a terrific balance of wheat/malt and hops... Read More

Tropical Marmalade Hazy IPA

Tropical Marmalade Hazy IPA

California
United States
Tropical Marmalade Hazy IPA, AleSmith Brewing Co.
Description 

Aloha and Sabro hops give this glorious hazy India pale ale intense notes of coconut, red berries and mango. Tropical aromas evoke paradise on the palate, melding berry, floral, fruity and citrus notes from Aloha hops with distinct tangerine, coconut, tropical fruit and stone fruit notes from Sabro hops – a passionate marriage of complementary aromas inspired by the brew’s namesake spread – marmalade.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
7.1%
IBUs: 
25
Served at: 
45 - 55ºF
Hops: 
Aloha, Sabro

 

 


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Judges Rating:
90
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
35 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Tropical Marmalade Hazy IPA by AleSmith Brewing Co. was reviewed under category #21A (American IPA) under the 2015 BJCP Guidelines. The pour revealed a subdued yellow, cloudy and hazy liquid that had very nice carbonation that resulted in small tight bubbles with a very good head retention. ... Read More

Kolsch Style Ale

Breckenridge Kolsch Style Ale Beer
Judges Rating:
93
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Upon first whiff, a low malt and hop presence was found in the nose along with a few slightly fruity esters as well. Pouring a clear, straw wheat color, the beer had a nice carbonation that featured a fluffy head of tiny bubbles that clung to the glass. In the flavor, a good balance of hops and... Read More

Stone Delicious Double IPA

Stone Delicious Double IPA

California
United States
Stone Delicious Double IPA, Stone Brewing
Beverage Profile
ABV: 
9.4%
IBUs: 
55
Hops: 
Amarillo, Centennial

 

 


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Judges Rating:
91
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
24 / 24
Flavor:
34 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Stone Delicious Double IPA by Stone Brewing Co. was judged as #22A (Double IPA) category according to the 2021 BJCP Guidelines. The pour of this beer revealed a light copper hue that had great clarity. No chill haze, no cloudiness in appearance. The carbonation was perfect as well. It had a nice... Read More

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