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Bell's Hopslam Ale

Bell's Brewery, Inc.
Galesburg, MI, United States of America


Vital Statistics

Release: Limited Rotating (vintaged)
ABV: 10%
Original Gravity: 1.087 / 20.9° plato

From the brewer

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 repertoire. 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.

Average Scores

Overall: 58 (logged 2 times)
Bottle: 58 (logged 2 times)

Who's been drinking this

2013 release
Bottled in December 2013, so I don't know if that makes this 2013 or 2014. Directly after the Two Hearted, this stuck out in ways that weren't to my taste. A little more resin, and noticeably boozy on top.
Bottle at Xbeer One
2014 release
More subdued and smooth in about every dimension than the Hi-Res. I appreciated the smoothness but it did seem a bit one-note. I think my favorite of the trio was definitely the Hop Suplex. Thanks, Keith!
Bottle at Xbeer One