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RATINGS: 2323   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.


MarkSachon's rating

4.9
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 10/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 19/20
MarkSachon (333) - Pennsylvania, USA - AUG 8, 2012
From the 12 oz bottle at a beer tasting party hosted by my friend Mitch. It’s difficult to level any criticism at all for this nearly perfect addition ot the hop terminator family. There’s a nice honey coloration and wonderful fresh scents of hops on the pour. Incredible first mouth feel tastes linger on the palate. No bites, just a smooth creaminess all the way down. Enjoy it if you can find it. Thanks to Jim who brought this delicacy to the party for all to enjoy.


most recent ratings

4.6
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 18/20
BDbeer20 (5) - Indiana, USA - MAY 25, 2013 does not count
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4
   AROMA 9/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 15/20
dctriman (37) - USA - MAY 19, 2013
Good beer but not great in my opinion. Had several of the 2013 vintage. Very fresh. Less hippy than I expected

4.6
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 18/20
Bestbrew1 (46) - Minnesota, USA - MAY 15, 2013
It’s a great beer but overrated. Mouthfeel was probably my favorite thing about this beer. There is also the fact that it is incredibly balanced. I would have never guessed 10%. The only thing that alluded to the ABV was the lacing on the glass.

4.4
   AROMA 9/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 17/20
Garbageman (356) - Lexington, South Carolina, USA - MAY 13, 2013
From tap. Pours a deep golden color and small head. Aroma was grassy and pine hops with a sweet backing. Taste follows with a very nice full body mouth feel. Very good beer!

4.1
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 17/20
TheHopster (596) - Netcong, New Jersey, USA - MAY 11, 2013
(Bottle) Held in reserve and tasted at the recommendation from the Owner/Chef of the Porch Restaurant. Well balanced, smooth and sophisticated. ABV hidden by the immense flavor. I wish there was more of this.

4.5
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 18/20
Claves77 (76) - Pennsylvania, USA - MAY 11, 2013
Intense nose, piny notes. Pale color with not much carbonation. Great lace on sides of glass. Excellent strong flavor; long lasting with even finish.

4.2
   AROMA 4/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 10/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 18/20
malkyore (53) - - MAY 9, 2013
Found this Amazing beer at a bar well after it was released and therefore well after I thought I’d ever see it again. Perfectly balanced with a hearty portion of hops and a nice caramelly malt taste. This is one of bells best, rougher than two hearted but with all the same straightforward goodness that keeps me coming back.

4.5
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 18/20
Krej (42) - - MAY 9, 2013
Had on tap. It came with a nice thick head and is clear orange amber. It smells sweet and tastes sweet and bitter. I had it before ans thought it was extremely bitter but this it isn’t so much.

3.8
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 16/20
lusikka (4047) - Tampere, FINLAND - MAY 9, 2013
355 ml bottle.
Pours a copper golden colour with a small white head. Aroma of caramel, honey, grass and some grapefruity notes. Flavour is very refreshing with floral hops, grapefruit, honey, resin, caramel, pineapple and hay. Full bodied, oily mouthfeel and a lingering, floral, bitter finish. Honey leaves a oily layer in your mouth. Rather unique and enjoyable.

3.9
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 16/20
tiong (2244) - Espoo, FINLAND - MAY 9, 2013
355ml bottle @ Super IPA tasting from a trade, thanks cp45!

Bottled 01/15/13 - Pours clear golden orange with a sticky smooth white head. Aroma of exotic fruits, biscuity malts, grassy hops, hints of honey and solvent. Taste is sweetish, malty and hoppy with notes of exotic fruits, grapefruit, citrus and honey. Finish is sweet, malty and oily with notes of honey, long lasting hoppy notes and warming alcohol. Quite sweet, but in a bit different way than usual, due to the honey notes. I’m not sure whether I like this or not. Feels a bit better after a few sips.


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