Empire State Open

[BigPapaG]

Got my results back yesterday for this competition...

Entered three beers but did not medal. Meh... That's ok.

I did get an Honorable Mention though for my IPL!

IPL (Honorable Mention)

Scored: 36, 34, and 38 for an Average Total of 36

Comments: Awesome Hop Character... I would drink several of these! Hop aroma was nice - very hop forward. The aroma is so inviting to the hop head in me, the bitterness and malt are on point... I would definitely buy a 6 pack if it was available for retail. Thanks!


Wee Heavy

Scored: 35 and 36 for an average total of 35.5

Comments: A very good beer that matches style guidelines... This is a very nice example that I would drink a pint of.


Biére de Guard

Scored: 23 and 27 for an average total of 25

Comments: Aromas / flavors like mushrooms and chestnuts! ... very memorable, glad I had the chance to try it.

So, the IPL is a new offering and I'm excited about it. I plan to tweak that one and brew it a few more times to dial it in.

The Wee Heavy and BDG have both done better in the past, but that's ok... Any given Sunday if you know what I mean. Comments were informative and the more specific ones in the aroma, flavor, mouthfeel, appearance categories will help in the refinement of both of these beers. That's the part I really like about competing... The scoresheets are invaluable!

[mashani]

Mushrooms? Nifty.

[BigPapaG]

Mushrooms? Nifty.

Yeah, go figure... Not sure if I can do THAT again... Not sure how I did it THIS time!

[Inkleg]

Congratulations on some solid scores. So they didn't say what kind of mushrooms, huh. I could see earthy, musty being nice in a BdG.

I agree that the score sheets are a great learning tool to work with to make better beer.

[BlackDuck]

Good job on your scores. And some really great feedback.

[BigPapaG]

Thanks guys, I appreciate the words of encouragement!

@ Inkleg

No, they didn't say what kind of mushrooms...

The're pretty much all the same though aren't they?
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[Beer-lord]

Heck, all the results I've seen on this forum have been great. I'm afraid to put my beers up but keep telling myself I should one day.

[BigPapaG]

Heck, all the results I've seen on this forum have been great. I'm afraid to put my beers up but keep telling myself I should one day.

You should, your beers are great too!

Part of what I hope happens with ths 'Results' discussion is to encourage folks to give t a try and get some real impartal feedback from qualified judges...

I think it can be a real confidence builder as well as offering good advice on improvement!

[FedoraDave]

Good scores!

And the comments are always valuable.

[Foothiller]

Looks like a solid performance. Good job!