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RATINGS: 1817   WEIGHTED AVG: 4.2   IBU: 70   EST. CALORIES: 300   ABV: 10%
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Starting with six different hop varietals added to the brew kettle & culminating with a massive dry-hop addition of Simcoe hops, Bell’s Hopslam Ale possesses the most complex hopping schedule in the Bell’s repetoire. Selected specifically because of their aromatic qualities, these Pacific Northwest varieties contribute a pungent blend of grapefruit, stone fruit, and floral notes. A generous malt bill and a solid dollop of honey provide just enough body to keep the balance in check, resulting in a remarkably drinkable rendition of the Double India Pale Ale style.

4.3
   AROMA 9/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 17/20
rxeight (30) - - JAN 12, 2012
Finally got my hands on some of this. This is a fantastic IPA and a straight up hophead beer. The name says it all. Smells like delicious hops, tastes like delicious hops. And gives you a great hop aftertaste that will stay with you for a while.

4.5
   AROMA 9/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 19/20
DonKi11uminati (71) - , Indiana, USA - JAN 12, 2012
This is an excellent double IPA. If you see it available, it’s definitely worth a try. Off the top of my head, this comes close to beers like Dreadnaught and Pliny the Elder. Clear, floral, hoppy, balanced character from a top-shelf IPA.

5
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 10/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 20/20
RIXBREW (4) - USA - JAN 12, 2012 does not count
Admittedly I have not tried every imperial/double ipa but have easily tried north of 100 of them. This is at the top of my list. Pleasant grapefruit aroma and hop flavor make this drinkable dipa one of the best. A $18 sixpack where sold don’t hesitate to snatch it up as it will be gone fast. I have found the bottled product of consistent quality with the tap version but I plan to store. I also plan to store at least a six pack for a few months this year if I have the discipline! ---Rated via Beer Buddy for iPhone

5
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 10/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 20/20
Climbrew (13) - - JAN 12, 2012
Citrus pine grapefruit, astounding aroma, clean wonderful palate, easy to drink considering the ABV, favorite DIPA ---Rated via Beer Buddy for iPhone

4.2
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 18/20
mikem409 (243) - bloomfield, Michigan, USA - JAN 11, 2012
bottle.bottled on 12-30-2011. pours almost clear darkorange with massive white head that lasted a longggg time. aroma is of a fresh spring day running through flower beds. the taste is of bees making honey on your palate. great job bells

4.5
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 18/20
Michbeerlover (12) - - JAN 9, 2012
I am not a high hops beer fan, so when I saw the name, I was a bit concerned. Certainly glad I bought a couple of bottles while at the Bell’s General Store in Kalamazoo. It was highly recommended by the staff. They say it is hard keep in stock because of it’s popularity. I can see why. Nice aroma of citrus (grapefruit). Beautiful color. Great taste that lasts. Easy to drink. I wish that I would have bought more than just two bottles. Certainly will buy more. Highly recommended. ---Rated via Beer Buddy for iPhone

3.6
   AROMA 6/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 14/20
freeofthoughts (199) - Raytown, Missouri, USA - JAN 8, 2012
2010 pours golden yellow with white foam. Smell is pale malt and alcohol. The taste is strong but the hops are subdued in just one year. There is a sweet grain alcohol with grapefruit and green grass herbal hops. Good but not as good as fresh our on tap.

4.3
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 18/20
kylefleeger (81) - Tempe, Arizona, USA - JAN 2, 2012
Beautiful orange with a reddish hue. Smells citrusy with grapefruit and hops overwhelming the nose. Nearly perfect double ipa.


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