Thursday, February 14, 2013

Bell’s Midwestern Pale Ale: Review


Bell’s Brewery
Comstock, Michigan, USA
5.2% abv
Bottled: 10-23-12

Appearance: hazy golden orange body that has tons of plankton (super fine sediment) floating around – that is from all the sediment on the bottom of the bottle.  Two finger white head that leaves tons of lacing on the glass.  Tons of lacing on the glass during the first ¼ of the beverage – spotty thereafter.

Aroma: light bouquet overall; light spice, hint of floral, not much else

Flavors: spicy, semi-sweet grains, earthy, little bitterness, mineral water around the edges

Mouthfeel: light carbonation feel, spicy, light to moderate bittering on the mid palate, medium body, light aftertaste – just a touch of spice … nothing special

Overall: average to slightly above average; doesn't have character – missing distinct notes and depth; easy to drink; nice to try but not a must have


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