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RATINGS: 1816   WEIGHTED AVG: 4.2   IBU: 70   EST. CALORIES: 300   ABV: 10%
COMMERCIAL DESCRIPTION
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.

5
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 10/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 20/20
brewmaster420 (6) - Canton, Ohio, USA - FEB 20, 2008 does not count
Great beer smells like heaven and tasts like you are in heaven and after a couple of these bad boys you might think you are in heaven

5
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 10/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 20/20
umphan (2) - Michigan, USA - MAR 14, 2008 does not count
Best beer ever assembled. I’ve got 10 bottles of the first run left in my basement, they age great. This years run says "brewed with honey" on the label is the only real difference. A local place here bought a keg for $220.00 and it could be better off of the tap. I’m not sure though, I bought a case of this years batch and from the bottle to my HQ crystal pilsner glass it smells just as juicy. Enjoy!

5
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 10/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 20/20
jeremyd365 (109) - Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA - AUG 27, 2008
I’ve had this a few times before without yet reviewing it, but I finally popped open my last one from past January ’08 (Batch 8283). This is the holy grail of beer! Poured a dark amber-golden with medium clarity and medium to heavy carbonation with a slight white head. The hops are apparent at quite a distance, and once you actually put your nose in it, you’ve reached the motherland. On the tip of the tongue, the bitter hops are already being absorbed, and upon swallowing, the piney flavor melds with the monster hops to the most pleasurable blend imaginable. It’s medium to heavy bodied and a true hop-SLAM, yet goes down smooth and remains extremely drinkable. This seasonal is one to definitely one to stock up on to enjoy sparingly at special moments throughout the year! Thank you, Bell’s!

5
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 10/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 20/20
BillZav (22) - Sarasota, Florida, USA - JAN 24, 2011
An absolute hop bomb! The uber hoppy presence is well balanced by sweet malt and a taste of honey. Truly one of the best IPAs out there.

5
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 10/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 20/20
hargettfamily (3) - charlotte, North Carolina, USA - JUN 9, 2008 does not count
Pretty new to the whole beer-as-something-other-than to-get-drunk-with experience, but quickly adding to those I’ve tried. This is my favorite beer. Those in Charlotte who know more than me also cannot wait for Hopslam time.

5
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 10/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 20/20
gregdpw (1) - novi, Alabama, USA - FEB 15, 2011 does not count
every year i get a six pack of hopslam! and i enjoy every second of them. by far the best beer out there!

5
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 10/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 20/20
pinion (12) - , Indiana, USA - JAN 30, 2010
This is one amazing beer. Crystal clear orange amber honey color. Great lacing. Smells piney and citrusy. Taste is amazing with a complex mouthfeel that goes from bitter to sweet and sticky. Go out and buy this today!

5
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 10/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 20/20
thorongil2 (460) - , Ontario, CANADA - APR 25, 2009
UPDATED: JUL 9, 2009 (bottle) strong lychee nose, strong bitter fruity flavours totally hiding 10% ABV, very long finish,


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