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Dan Martich

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Beer Judge

Drawn to craft beer since the early 90s. He's been homebrewing for over 25 years, and a National BJCP judge for over 10.  Dan calls himself the "beer hound", because finding good beer on his travels is what makes his tail wag.

Becoming a BJCP judge solidified his interest in craft beer, and improved the quality of his homebrews. He's enthusiastic about beer competitions, and has won many awards including a Gold Medal at the National Homebrew Competition.  He has served as a proctor, translator and exam grader for the BJCP.

My reviews

Modern Tart

Modern Tart, Upland Brewing Co.
Judges Rating:
94
Appearance:
5 / 6
Aroma:
24 / 24
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20

Modern Tart by Upland Brewing Co. is being evaluated as a Wild Specialty Beer (Category 28C) from the 2015 BJCP guidelines. 

This beer poured a hazy yellowish gold in color. The thick translucently white head was fluffy and big bubbled. This beer’s high effervescence can be both seeing... Read More

Low Light

Low Light

Florida
United States
Low Light, Motorworks Brewing
Description 

Brewed with lemon & lime, this very light lager boasts crisp, lemon/lime-soaked refreshment in spades with only 4 grams of carbs and 99 calories per 12 ounce sample

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
4.3%

 

 


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Judges Rating:
93
Appearance:
5 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
40 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Low Light by Motorworks Brewing is being evaluated as a Fruit Beer (Category 29A) from the 2015 BJCP guidelines.

Light straw color, a foamy white head with average persistence and small bubbles can be seen rising to the surface, which bring out the aromatics. Slightly hazy possibly due to... Read More

Drip au Lait Raspberry

Drip au Lait Raspberry

Louisiana
United States
Drip au Lait Raspberry, Urban South Brewery
Description 

Another collaboration with Hey! Coffee Co. brings you a brand new Drip Au Lait fruited coffee sour! Steeped for 40 hours, whole bean washed Ethiopia Kolla Bolcha adds layers of bright honey, lavender, and cherry cola to the tart raspberry.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
5.4%

 

 


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Judges Rating:
88
Appearance:
5 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
34 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20

Drip Au Lait by Urban South Brewery is being evaluated as a Fruit and Spice Beer (Category 239B) from the 2015 BJCP Style guidelines.

This is a fun style to judge given the wide parameters; yet the call is decidedly toward balance and... Read More

Big Hazy

Big Hazy

Big Hazy, Lawson's Finest Liquids
Description 

Our Superjuicyfruityhazy Double IPA is packed with generous amounts of tropical fruit hop flavors brightened by the addition of orange peel and cara cara oranges which shine through a smooth cloudy body to make this a delightful drinkable brew.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
9.2%

 

 


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Judges Rating:
88
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
24 / 24
Flavor:
35 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
13 / 20

Big Hazy by Lawson’s Finest Liquids is being evaluated as a Fruit Beer (Category 29A) from the 2021 BJCP Style guidelines. 

 The aroma of this beer is strong and citrusy. A faint grainy malt character in the background, along with the moderate citrus hop notes,... Read More

Frequent Flier

Boulevard Beer Frequent Flier Session IPA
Judges Rating:
92
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
24 / 24
Flavor:
36 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Upon pouring, the aroma is a welcome party of tropical fruit hops followed by a very faint piney hop character. The tropical fruit you'll find here is headlined by mango, passion fruit and papaya beckoning you to a first sip. But wait there's also a soft, sweet, malt aroma that seems biscuity... Read More

Judges Rating:
86
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
20 / 24
Flavor:
34 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
16 / 20

Double Bass Peppermint Chocolate Stout by Starr Hill Brewery is being evaluated as a Spice Herb or Vegetable (Category 30A) from the 2015 BJCP guidelines. 

The base beer is an imperial stout that pours a very dark brown –nearly black, opaque with a foamy rich tan head.  Has a low density... Read More

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