Ran into my first craft beer judging snob. I was at an outsude brunch with all you could eat BBQ and free local craft beer.
They had a fantastic IPA. I commented on how great I thought it was and the "kid" serving the IPA got a funny look on his face. And then proceeded to tell me how he brews beer and that this was not really a true IPA, that it did not meet judging guidelines, and therefore it was "disqualified" as a real craft beer.
I stated that I liked it just fine and ordered another.
They had a fantastic IPA. I commented on how great I thought it was and the "kid" serving the IPA got a funny look on his face. And then proceeded to tell me how he brews beer and that this was not really a true IPA, that it did not meet judging guidelines, and therefore it was "disqualified" as a real craft beer.
I stated that I liked it just fine and ordered another.