Helios Pale Ale - Upland Brewing Company

bboelens

Florida

3.15/5  rDev -9%
look: 4 | smell: 3 | taste: 3 | feel: 3 | overall: 3.5

Had on tap at WOB, poured into a standard pint glass

A-Light hazy gold with about a one finger stark white head and moderate lacing

S-Citrus, hops, and a faint sugary smell

T-Light floral hop and citrus flavor, nothing too complex, a light malt finish rounds out a relatively average tasting beer.

M-Light frothy carbonation and a slight film were left after each sip

O-Overall this is a pretty standard american pale ale, nothing really stuck out as particularly interesting in either direction, good or bad, a nice day beer.

Serving type: on-tap

08-22-2011 17:02:17 | More by bboelens

barczar

Kentucky

3.36/5  rDev -2.9%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 2.5 | overall: 3.25

Pours a fairly clear light copper with a frothy inge inch cream head that dissipates somewhat quickly, leaving minimal lacing.

Floral hop notes and buttery tones mix with a honey sweetness and a hint of toasted breadcrust. Light resin and pine emerge.

Flavor reveals a bigger malt backbone that hits mid palate with toasted bread, wiping away the initial orange and lemon citrus character. The finish is resinous and fairly norther. Grassy notes surface in the aftertaste.

Body is a touch light, with moderate carbonation and significant astringency.

More bitter than anticipated for the style. Fairly offputting mouthfeel, but there's substantial hop flavor.

Serving type: bottle

05-23-2013 02:34:31 | More by barczar

davemathews68

Ohio

3.25/5  rDev -6.1%

05-16-2013 03:02:58 | More by davemathews68

amcaleh

Indiana

3.25/5  rDev -6.1%

05-02-2013 13:42:33 | More by amcaleh

BrianSherry

Michigan

3.5/5  rDev +1.2%

05-01-2013 20:42:39 | More by BrianSherry

BeerPunk1312

New York

3.25/5  rDev -6.1%

04-22-2013 05:16:34 | More by BeerPunk1312

dmorgan310

Michigan

3.5/5  rDev +1.2%

04-15-2013 00:37:40 | More by dmorgan310

jibjib513

Ohio

3.5/5  rDev +1.2%

03-13-2013 14:38:27 | More by jibjib513

PeterOrlando92

Wisconsin

3.75/5  rDev +8.4%

03-03-2013 15:08:24 | More by PeterOrlando92

outrage213

Indiana

3/5  rDev -13.3%

02-06-2013 00:03:04 | More by outrage213

BtownIrish20

Indiana

3.5/5  rDev +1.2%

01-20-2013 00:22:48 | More by BtownIrish20

MordorMongo

Indiana

3.25/5  rDev -6.1%

01-13-2013 23:49:14 | More by MordorMongo

freewill35

Indiana

3.5/5  rDev +1.2%

01-02-2013 21:32:01 | More by freewill35

rangerred

Tennessee

2.95/5  rDev -14.7%
look: 3 | smell: 2.5 | taste: 3 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3

Had on tap in a pint glass.

Pours a clear light amber with a half finger white head.

The aroma is practically non-existent. I don't think I have ever had a beer with this little aroma. Maybe a faint touch of earth and caramel but that's it. Weird.

Unfortunately, the flavor was also lacking nearly as much as the aroma. A moderate bitterness comes across but a complete lack of either malt or hop flavor. Once the beer warmed to nearly room temperature, there was a little caramel and earthy hops but I really had to dig for it.

Overall, if someone is looking for a beer that tastes like water this is it. I really can't believe that lack of any aroma or flavor whatsoever. Not one I can recommend.

Serving type: on-tap

12-31-2012 02:08:45 | More by rangerred

Kasie

3/5  rDev -13.3%

12-23-2012 19:35:57 | More by Kasie

cet128

Indiana

2/5  rDev -42.2%

12-10-2012 15:32:40 | More by cet128

Mcvs1507

Indiana

3.25/5  rDev -6.1%

12-10-2012 01:11:41 | More by Mcvs1507

BEERWOLF1951

Wisconsin

1.75/5  rDev -49.4%

11-04-2012 05:11:26 | More by BEERWOLF1951

rmehughes

Indiana

3.75/5  rDev +8.4%

10-14-2012 19:25:12 | More by rmehughes

bralston345

Illinois

3.5/5  rDev +1.2%

10-12-2012 00:57:47 | More by bralston345

rlee1390

Indiana

3.5/5  rDev +1.2%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5

A-Semi-cloudy orange, good deal of carbonation and one finger head.

S-Malt, forward, citrus hops. Possibly turned but the bottle date says otherwise...

T-Once again overly malty, some caramel and dirt. Citrus hops balance it out with slight bitterness.

M-Medium bodied, some carbonation.

O-Overly malty, I'll try it fresh at the brewpub but so far it was overly malty.

Serving type: bottle

09-25-2012 21:15:17 | More by rlee1390

WoodburyMN

Indiana

3.25/5  rDev -6.1%

09-17-2012 23:48:04 | More by WoodburyMN

DoubleDinosaur

3.5/5  rDev +1.2%

09-11-2012 01:20:38 | More by DoubleDinosaur

cwd

Kentucky

3.5/5  rDev +1.2%

08-28-2012 00:08:32 | More by cwd

homebrew311

Illinois

3.55/5  rDev +2.6%
look: 3 | smell: 2.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5

Poured into SA sensory glass. Appearance is clear gold with some flaky floaties present. Two fingers of dense white head with some lacing. Decent retention. Nose is a bit odd, some herbal hops present along with grainy bread notes, and some character that just doesn't sit well. I can't put my finger on it... maybe a touch of skunk. The taste is robust in regards to the grainy malt profile. Fresh lemon and grass come in. Minimal bitterness. Mouthfeel is smooth and the body is medium, quite refreshing. OVerall, nice little pale ale, the aroma could use some work.

Serving type: bottle

08-23-2012 08:18:27 | More by homebrew311