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Randy Scorby

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Beer & Mead Judge

Randy Scorby began his search for great beer decades ago and he has been home brewing since 2006. He is currently the Assistant BJCP Continuing Education Director as well as a Grand Master IV Beer Judge, Mead Judge and Cider Judge.  He was also the 2011 National Homebrewer of the Year.  He has traveled to many locations worldwide in search of the perfect beer, including Great Britain, Belgium, Germany, New Zealand, Austria and the Czech Republic.

My reviews

Alaskan Brewing Amber

Amber by Alaskan Brewing Co.
Judges Rating:
95
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20

Alaskan Amber from Alaskan Brewing is being evaluated as an Altbier (Category 7B) from the 2015 BJCP Style Guidelines.

Because this beer is called “Amber” it is often mistaken for an American Amber Ale instead of the Alt style beer that it is. The appearance is quite inviting, showcasing... Read More

Weekend Vibes IPA

Weekend Vibes IPA

California
United States
Weekend Vibes IPA, Coronado Brewing Co.
Description 

Bursting with tropical dankness, this beer is everything you want from a San Diego-style IPA. It’s jam-packed with hop fruitiness, and refreshingly dry. Crack one open and get ready to feel those Weekend Vibes.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
6.8%
IBUs: 
60
Served at: 
40º
Malts: 
Two-row, Wheat Malt
Hops: 
Mosaic, Citra, Simcoe

 

 


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Judges Rating:
95
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
22 / 24
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20

Weekend Vibes IPA by Coronado Brewing Co. is being evaluated as an American IPA (Category 21A) from the 2015 BJCP Style Guidelines.

Weekend Vibes IPA pours a light gold with near brilliant clarity, and the rocky white head leaves a thick and persistent stand on the beer. The aroma... Read More

Mango Deuce Coupe DIPA

Mango Deuce Coupe DIPA

California
United States
Mango Deuce Coupe DIPA, Garage Brewing Co.
Description 

This double with its citrusy note of grapefruit and a trio of hops: Chinook, Simcoe and Amarillo will truly satisfy your hop needs.

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
8.9%
IBUs: 
100
Hops: 
Chinook, Simcoe, Amarillo

 

 


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Judges Rating:
86
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
21 / 24
Flavor:
35 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
16 / 20

Mango Deuce Coupe Double IPA by Garage Brewing Co. is being evaluated as a Fruit Beer (Category 29A) from the 2015 BJCP Style Guidelines.

Mango Deuce Coupe Double IPA hits the drinker with a very prominent mango aroma that has an impression of sweetness. Moderate orange citrus hop aroma... Read More

IRA

IRA Double Mountain Beer
IRA
Judges Rating:
82
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
16 / 24
Flavor:
34 / 40
Mouthfeel:
10 / 10
Overall Impression:
16 / 20

The coppery red color is spot-on, drawing the drinker into this Red IPA. The initial aroma contains a significant amount of sulfur that lingers for quite some time. As it fades, a pleasant resiny hop character, along with peaches and apricots and a bready, caramel maltiness emerges. The sulfur... Read More

Blood Orange IPA (Non-Alcoholic)

Blood Orange IPA (Non-Alcoholic)

California
United States
Blood Orange IPA (Non-Alcoholic), Bravus Brewing Co.
Description 

This super-refreshing IPA, infused with the essence of blood orange, pops with the sweet and tart goodness of fresh citrus. Citra hops also contribute to the amazing fruit and floral aromas with citrus in the finish.

Bravus Non-alcoholic Blood Orange IPA - Try It Today!

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
<0.5%
IBUs: 
55
Served at: 
38° F
Malts: 
Two-Row, C-40, White Wheat
Hops: 
Columbus, Simcoe, Cascade

 

 


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Judges Rating:
90
Appearance:
6 / 6
Aroma:
21 / 24
Flavor:
37 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
17 / 20

Blood Orange IPA (Non-Alcoholic) by Bravus Brewing Co. is being evaluated as a Fruit Beer (Category 29A) from the 2015 BJCP Style Guidelines.

Blood Orange IPA pours light gold with a light haze. The fine white head lingers throughout. The aroma opens up with light grainy malt then... Read More

Grapefruit Shandy

Grapefruit Shandy SanTan Beer
Judges Rating:
95
Appearance:
4 / 6
Aroma:
24 / 24
Flavor:
39 / 40
Mouthfeel:
9 / 10
Overall Impression:
19 / 20

This beer pours a cloudy peach color with a lingering white head, and the drinker is immediately greeted with a prominent, fresh, grapefruit juice aroma with a background hint of rind. Following that citrus explosion is enough bready malt to remind you that this is indeed still a beer. The... Read More

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