Editor’s note: For convenience, we’ve created a collection of all current cider articles by this author. by Michael Wilcox When the style guidelines were written, it was envisioned that an […]
Cider & Perry Terminology & Troubleshooting
By Michael Wilcox As always these articles are aimed at BJCP judges, but I know they get shared other places. That’s fine and in fact I welcome it. I hope […]
Mead Exam Study Guide
Last Revised February 25, 2016 Contributing Authors Gordon Strong Susan Ruud Kristen England Ken Schramm Curt Stock Petar Bakulić Michael Zapolski, Sr. (Hightest) Revised 2013-2016 by Steve Piatz Copyright © […]
16E. Belgian Specialty Ale
Aroma Variable. Most exhibit varying amounts of fruity esters, spicy phenols and/or yeast-borne aromatics. Aromas from actual spice additions may be present. Hop aroma may be none to high, and […]
16C. Saison
Aroma High fruitiness with low to moderate hop aroma and moderate to no herb, spice and alcohol aroma. Fruity esters dominate the aroma and are often reminiscent of citrus fruits […]