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RATINGS: 2322   WEIGHTED AVG: 4.21   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.


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4.2
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 17/20
jhogan4 (223) - El Cajon, California, USA - MAR 31, 2013
12oz bottle shared by Steve; thanks! Nose is citrus, hops, pineapple, honey. Taste follows with a nice malty backbone. Very smooth and tasty; I can see why people love this.

4.2
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 18/20
cheesymax78 (8) - - MAR 31, 2013 does not count
Favorite double ipa. Very floral smell, great pour. Subtle hoppiness. Best tasting double, very drinkable

4.3
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 17/20
charule (244) - Pennsylvania, USA - MAR 31, 2013
Draught at Bells. Amber color with light lacing. Sweet grapefruity aroma. Sweet smooth hoppyness. Top of the top for IPAs.

4.1
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 17/20
terrybail (436) - London, Ontario, CANADA - MAR 30, 2013
12oz bottle from Steve Ahh damn thats good Nice hoppy grapfruit aroma Nice bitter after finish Yummy

4.8
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 10/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 19/20
DocJitsu (306) - California, USA - MAR 30, 2013
Pours a clear golden copper with a caramel ice cream head. Prevalent grapefruit nose that alternates to a malty aroma as the head fades. There is little head retention. Some lacing on the glass. The beer involves the entire palate from the beginning. A nice, smooth, malty, grapefruit and pine on the front of the tongue, with a simultaneous pleasing floral scrubbing on the back. This jubilee fades into a pine finish that ultimately yields to a pleasant and surprising citrus perfume, which flavors the alcohol warmth that escapes into the nasal passage. Truly one of the best DIPAs in the world.

4.1
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 17/20
baugh12 (13) - lakeland, Florida, USA - MAR 28, 2013
HOPSlam is a good way to describe this one. Strong hops flavor and aroma, hints of citris and the flavor lingers.

4.4
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 18/20
Clownoisseur (4) - Buchanan, Michigan, USA - MAR 27, 2013 does not count
Not much to be said that already hasn’t. Has great aromas...very stinky beer...leathers...citrus... Big taste. Almost too big, depending on my mood. A lot going on in this one. Can overwhelm the palate, making it tough to enjoy other beers afterwards. Overall a great beer that will remain one of my favorites, although, the gap between this one and a few other Double IPA’s has narrowed.

4.6
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 20/20
alm5083 (3) - Pennsylvania, USA - MAR 26, 2013 does not count
Most likely the best beer I’ve had. Helps that it’s limited release, which keep the hops fresh.

3.9
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 16/20
Ed5388 (521) - Forked River, New Jersey, USA - MAR 25, 2013
12oz bottle. Pours a nice clear golden color with small white head. Aroma is citrus hops, orange, lemon, pineapple, and grapefruit with a light honey note. Taste mimics the nose with some malt, and honey on the back end.

4.5
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 19/20
jzaprala (7) - Exton, Pennsylvania, USA - MAR 23, 2013 does not count
Awesome! Citrus, pine hops flavor, clean crisp flavor, well balanced, exceeds the expectations.


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