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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

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

Session Saison

Session Saison

Colorado
United States
Session Saison, Seedstock Brewery
Description 

The Seedstock Session Saison weighs-in at a very sessionable 4.5% ABV, and is right on time for the beginning of patio season. It is sunshine-yellow in color with an aroma of fresh citrus. It is peppery crisp with a dry, but bright finish.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
4.5%

 

 


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Judges Rating:
83
Appearance:
4 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
33 / 40
Mouthfeel:
7 / 10
Overall Impression:
16 / 20

Session Saison by Seedstock Brewery falls under the category of 25B Saison according to the 2015 BJCP Guidelines. The pour revealed a light brown hue and not a golden nor straw-colored one typical of the style. The aroma of this beer had nice, spicy, floral notes along with some fruity esters... Read More

Fade to Black

Left Hand Beer Fade To Black Stout
Judges Rating:
89
Appearance:
5 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
34 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

The beer had hints of roasty notes of coffee and no hop presence along with a very dark brown/black color with very little carbonation. The beer had light roasted malts that had subtle hints of coffee-like flavors along with bittering hops. I get a subtle hint of lactose, though not as much as a... Read More

DDH Deftones Phantom Bride Hazy IPA

DDH Deftones Phantom Bride Hazy IPA

California
United States
DDH Deftones Phantom Bride Hazy IPA, Belching Beaver Brewery
Description 

This Hazy Phantom Bride has an incredible blend of intense tropical fruit, tangerine, and grapefruit with a rounded finish that doesn't linger too long. Combined with a juicy mouthfeel and pillowy-soft bitterness, this beer pays homage to the OG Phantom Bride while being distinctive enough in its own right as a monster of a hazy beer.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
7.1%
IBUs: 
30
Malts: 
Two Row, Malted Oats, Flaked Oats
Hops: 
Citra, Mosaic

 

 


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Judges Rating:
94
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20

DDH Deftones Phantom Bride Hazy IPA by Belching Beaver Brewery was judged as #21C ( Hazy IPA ) according to the 2021 BJCP Guidelines. 

The pour revealed a beautiful light straw color that had very nice clarity with a touch of chill haze. The carbonation was outstanding, and it had a nice... Read More

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