kraemer420 (14), Terre Haute, Indiana, USA
| 4.6 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 10/10 | 4/5 | 10/10 | 4/5 | 18/20 |
Jan 26, 2009 Bottle..Batch 8907... I love the aroma of this beer..the apricot/grapefruit aroma was so intense yet pleasurable that i sat and smelled this beer for a good 5 min just enjoying the armoma...the sweet intense flavor with the power of the hops were a real treat..buy this beer..enjoy
 arminjewell (166), Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
| 4.6 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 9/10 | 5/5 | 9/10 | 4/5 | 19/20 |
Apr 5, 2009 Out of bottle, February 2009. Tons of hop aroma including grapefruit citrus overtones with slight pine undertones. Despite really hoppy and bitter taste, has a very crisp and smooth after taste that leaves you wanting more. One of the best I’ve ever had.
rabba9 (77), Chaska, Minnesota, USA
| 4.6 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 9/10 | 4/5 | 9/10 | 5/5 | 19/20 |
Mar 7, 2009 Aroma: Earthy
Appearance: Amber & Orange
Flavor: HOPS! Citrus and Flowers
Palate: Smooth
Overall Impression: One of the best Double IPAs out there. The hops are very prevelant, but you wouldn’t know its 10% ABV.
erikcallaway (4), Grand Rapids, USA
does not count  | 4.6 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 9/10 | 5/5 | 9/10 | 5/5 | 18/20 |
Mar 2, 2009 Being new to “hoppy” beers, I have had a difficult time becoming accustomed to some of the complexities of the style. Bell’s HopSlam is one of the first beers of its type that could really get behind when it comes to an IPA.
With an exceptionally clean finish, this beer goes down easily considering its heavy hop presence and high ABV; it has a diverse enough flavor profile to cover up the astringency that can often come with the alcohol. Separating itself from many IPA style beers, the aroma hops are not only potent and present, but complex and pleasant. There are hints of citrus and other floral scents on the nose. It has a really nice mouthfeel. It was strong but not overpowering.
Partly due to the style, this is not the kind of beer I would drink six of in an evening (partly due to the fact that someone would have to pick me up off the floor). I would/did however enjoy one or two of these in a sitting. It really is a complete package and it is a great introduction to the world of IPA-style beers.
gyllenbock (335), Stockholm, Sweden
| 4.6 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 9/10 | 4/5 | 9/10 | 5/5 | 19/20 |
Oct 9, 2009 Bottle at Oliver Twist in April 09.
Fantastic beer! A lot of tropical fruits and citrus in aroma and flavor. Bitter but also very balanced. Smooth, and easy to drink despite 10%.
Without doubt one of the best beers I have ever tasted.
Beerapprentice (130), Hopatcong, New Jersey, USA
| 4.6 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 4/5 | 10/10 | 5/5 | 19/20 |
May 13, 2009 12 oz bottle courtesy of Adrian. I love this beer!!! Pours a golden yellow colour with thick white head. Tastes of flowery hops. pine, honey, citrus and grapefruit. Bittersweet taste with light carbonation. Amazing!!
washoppinin (19), Florida, USA
| 4.6 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 5/5 | 9/10 | 5/5 | 19/20 |
Oct 30, 2009 Slam me! The complexity is fantastic -sweet honey, piney resin, and so so hoppy. 10%ABV Need more!
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