Bell's Oberon Ale - Bell's Brewery, Inc.

noahallington

Michigan

4.65/5  rDev +21.1%
look: 4.5 | smell: 5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.75

One of my favorite beers! A scent of oranges greets you as you pour it out of the bottle. It is a brilliantly clear deep golden color. It has a distinctively wheaty, yeasty flavor, with a bit of hop on the end, rounded with a citrus flavor. The tartness of the citrus notes make it a crisp, refreshing beer, perfect for a summer day.

Serving type: bottle

04-25-2013 22:57:23 | More by noahallington

bobbyr5

Michigan

4.54/5  rDev +18.2%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.75 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5

A: Orange/ yellow

S: Orange, Wheat

T: Taste the citrus from the orange. Surprisingly good compared to other wheats

M: Medium carbonation.

O: One of the staple Bell's beers, and deserves the credit. Cheap price for what you get.

Serving type: Bottle in pint glass, no orange peel

Serving type: bottle

05-17-2013 21:48:25 | More by bobbyr5

EveL

Michigan

4.18/5  rDev +8.9%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

Appearance - Poured a golden yellow. Head seems to linger to the last drop and just a touch of lacing.

Smell - A strong nose of wheat and the faintest hints of alcohol and citrus.

Taste - A slightly sweet wheat taste transitions into a dry grapefruity citrus finish.

Mouthfeel - A medium body that is initially creamy. Maybe a little too bubbly straight out of the bottle; it does a lot of good to let it be for a minute or so once out of the bottle.

Overall - A good way to end a hot summer's day. Has that hold on you like any other thing that is made locally.

Serving type: bottle

09-18-2006 03:07:14 | More by EveL

cwocasio

Washington

4.33/5  rDev +12.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5

This beer is a great choice for a summer night. It has a great smooth taste that is fully refreshing and holds a hint of citrus in closing. The color I think is great, transparent, yet not to light for a beer of its kind. For those who are looking for a summer ale with more solidity I believe this to be the right choice.

Serving type: on-tap

07-02-2008 04:25:52 | More by cwocasio

Bejogle

Florida

4.58/5  rDev +19.3%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 5

I don't understand some of the tepid reviews of this beer, seems people are forgeting to review within the style and are instead reviewing against big beers. That being said, here goes.

A: Pours a hazy orange with a solid finger of head. Great lacing, best I've seen in a wheat.

S: Smells yeasty and citrusy. This is what blue moon wants to be when it grows up.

T: Taste is just like the aroma. Crisp, with great amounts of citrus and some nice flavors from the yeast. Incredibly refreshing, just what you look for in the style.

M: Much thicker body than you'd expect. Carbonation level is relatively low, all leads to a nice smooth feel.

D: Very sessionable, could drink this all night.

Overall a great beer from a great brewery. Luckily it's available year round here in Florida!

Serving type: on-tap

01-16-2009 12:04:08 | More by Bejogle

eckerrob

Michigan

3.8/5  rDev -1%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 3

I grabbed a 6 pack of this looking for a nice wheat beer while the weather got warmer. Served from a bottle into a pint glass.

Appearance: I was a nice orangish-yellow color right out of the bottle with a nice wheat haze to it. It had minimal head that disapated quickly after the pour, which was somewhat a let-down. It left minimal lacing on the way down.

Smell: Had a nice citrusy smell mixed with a little wheat and spice. Smelled very summer like.

Taste: Very similar to the smell. Citrusy with a nice wheat flavor and a good hoppy finish.

Feel: It was a light and clean tasting beer. It went down very easily with just the right amount of carbonation. Was a clean finish with no adverse aftertastes. You didnt even notice the ABV.

Drinkability: It went down smooth and finished very easily. Wasnt that filing and overall is a great summer session beer. Great for a relaxing day out in the sun. But, I honestly couldnt finish an entire 6 pack by myself. I would need a friend or two to help me.

Overall, this is a great summer beer. I enjoyed it on a warm evening after being outside for a good part of the day. I've never been a huge fan of wheat beers, so I couldnt finish all of the 6 pack in a sitting. But a very good beer to have one or two at a time.

Serving type: bottle

04-27-2009 04:22:57 | More by eckerrob

BluesDaddy

Georgia

4.33/5  rDev +12.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5

I first had Oberon in May as part of a beer dinner at the Porter Beer Bar in Atlanta. I was not expecting much, wheat beers (or ales) not being my "thing". Man, was I surprised. Poured on tap into a pint glass, this beer is a cloudy pale orange - really quite lovely in its own right. The aroma was somewhat fruity, but not hoppy. I didn't spend too much time on admiring it, however, and tasted it - wow, talk about being blown away. This beer is simply so much more full flavored than any other wheat beer I've tasted, and perfectly balanced. Just when you think it might start to be a bit cloying, the bitterness kicks in and vice versa - a very "clean" tasting beer. I liked it so much I pretty much finished the pint before the actual appetizer course was served (Molly at the Porter was kind enough to "top off" my glass when it was). On top of all this, my wife, who is NOT a big beer drinker, truly loved it - the first time I've known her to really LOVE a beer. Since the dinner, I've purchased this in a six pack. While not quite as tasty as on draught, still a wonderful and refreshing beer to have at home.

Serving type: on-tap

06-24-2009 16:26:20 | More by BluesDaddy

TheDreadnought

Pennsylvania

4.13/5  rDev +7.6%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Pours easy, thick head to a thin white line; slight lacing. Great color; opaque yellow/orange

Coriander, pepper, orange peel hit the nose.

crisp cereal taste, It's the first thing that comes to mind, don't ask. lol.

Sets up well, easy to drink. You can 'drink' this beer; nice if your havin' 1 or several... /thumbs up

Serving type: bottle

06-28-2009 22:05:59 | More by TheDreadnought

jrish

Pennsylvania

3.3/5  rDev -14.1%
look: 3 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3 | feel: 3 | overall: 4

Poured from a 12 oz bottle into snifter.
Right off the bat one can tell this beer is light in the ass. Goldish color fills the glass with minimal head. Decent citrus - orange aroma is present at first sniff Very light malty bitters, on this wheaty ale. Nice carbonation resulting in a very drinkable, spring/summer beer.

Serving type: bottle

04-14-2010 23:32:31 | More by jrish

jhenderson88

North Carolina

4.5/5  rDev +17.2%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 5

Serving Type: bottle poured into a glass.

Appearance: A beautiful golden murky color.

Smell: Citrusy and summer sweet smell

Taste: great taste of citrusy fruits, sweet with a light carbonation.

Mouthfeel: Super smooth, clinging to the back of the mouth.

Drinkability: A great beer, easy to drink.

I found a mini keg and will buy it next time I see it, it's a great beer.

Serving type: bottle

07-20-2010 07:22:18 | More by jhenderson88

Spartan517

Michigan

3.53/5  rDev -8.1%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5

This beer is one that got me into craft beer. It has a golden color with some haziness. There is a 2 finger white head that leaves some nice lacing. The smell is of wheat, clove, and a little peppercorn. The taste pretty much follows the nose with wheat, clove, orange, lemon. The mouthfeel is crisp and light with a nice ammont of carbonation. While this was one of my favorites a few years ago, now it seems somewhat run of the mill for a wheat beer as I've had much better recently. Still, I would never turn this down at a bar or a friend's house.

Serving type: bottle

06-16-2011 21:10:03 | More by Spartan517

rteis

Michigan

4.1/5  rDev +6.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

great summer beer when you're thirsty... you've got to pour it into a glass if coming from a bottle... on draft is the best way, but a good pour from a bottle is a close substitute. seems that is has changed over the past few years and not for the better. not sure if they are messing with the recipe or if they are making so much of it now that quality is suffering... also can have a good one on some days and not so good at a different place... quality is very sporatic

Serving type: bottle

09-30-2005 12:01:31 | More by rteis

Hoptrollop

Georgia

3.5/5  rDev -8.9%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

I was surprised when I found out this was a wheat beer, it was while I was drinking my second glass. Once I knew that I could pick up some of those attributes but mainly in the nose and mouthfeel. The hops really overwhelm the wheat but then the finish is sweeter then the usual pale ale.

Serving type: can

07-12-2008 17:42:19 | More by Hoptrollop

arlo19

Kentucky

4.43/5  rDev +15.4%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 5 | overall: 5

This was one of my favorites from a recent trip to Kalamazoo. I decided to buy locally; a 5L mini keg purchased at a liquor store ($20).

a: Cloudy, burnt orange, amber. medium-thick head on this beer. Healthy carbonation.

s: Slight citrus

t: taste of oranges; even in the dead of winter, this reminded me of sitting in a rocking chair, slowly enjoying a summer breeze.

m: very smooth; medium-full thickness in the mouth; solid but just right, IMO

d: The drinkability is one of the highest I have ever had! This is a ridiculously smooth beer, especially for the fullness.

This is easily in my top10. I may try garnished with an orange slice next time.

Serving type: on-tap

01-27-2009 00:09:16 | More by arlo19

MisterSub

Illinois

4.28/5  rDev +11.5%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

Had a 6-pk brought to our daughter's party.

Drank them out of the bottles, but poured one after people left. Decent head.

Smell was easy on the nose but you knew it was there.

Mouthfeel was great.

Taste was also great and these went down very easily.

It came highly recommended and I can see why.

Serving type: bottle

04-05-2009 12:19:47 | More by MisterSub

mtrctyjoe

Michigan

4.5/5  rDev +17.2%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

Initial Thought: Holy crap this is awesome beer...

Amazing truly american wheat ale .... spicy and fruity - great for the summer time. If you like a good wheat beer, try this one.

I truly love this beer. One of the best. I have yet to drink a bad beer from Bell's.

Serving type: bottle

08-16-2010 22:27:14 | More by mtrctyjoe

MsMandy

Wisconsin

4.38/5  rDev +14.1%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

A- Deep golden hue, cloudy

S- Smokey, wheat heavy fragrance

T- Starts smokey. Strong, yeasty wheat middle. Similar finish. Aftertaste is pleasant.

M- Light-medium body, medium/good amount of carbonation

D- Great Flavor! Easy and extremely enjoyable to drink. One of my favorite summertime wheat beers.

Serving type: bottle

09-23-2010 23:26:25 | More by MsMandy

GlennSt

Michigan

4.18/5  rDev +8.9%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

Gleaming, slightly cloudy orange color. In the past, I've had some more cloudy than others but the color stays consistent, regardless of whether it's on tap or not, The aroma has a definite orange flavor along with an unexpectedly sharp bite; the flavor still has less of a bite but the fruitiness follows though and predominates. This is definitely an ale and it's definitely a summer ale. You could drink this all day and night. Well, I could. I bought a case today and we'll see how long it lasts.

Locally, they offer it on tap along with an orange slice in it;, if you're an orange-slice-in-your-beer-drinker, you'll be in Heaven. If you're a man, don't let anyone see you but it's good.

Serving type: bottle

11-20-2010 20:39:35 | More by GlennSt

mcaulifww

Virginia

3.88/5  rDev +1%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

bottle puored into a glass

cloudy pale in color. nice head that faded quickly

smell not very robust. understated

very citrusy and not bitter a wheat ale that is very pale ale in taste

no rough aftertastes, pleasant mouthfeel.

I'm not big on wheat beers but I like this much better. very subtle

Serving type: bottle

08-27-2011 23:36:19 | More by mcaulifww

ChadSimmons

Indiana

3.93/5  rDev +2.3%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

Had this on tap at a local bar for the first time and it was so delicious I had to stop by a local bottle store and pick up a sixer.

A- Pours a cloudy, golden-yellow color that is very inviting with 1.5" head. Visible sediment is apparent.

S- Smells very fruity! Apricots with hints of citrus.

T- Hints of citrus but not too overwhelming. The citrus is a perfect balance to the malt. There is a trace of hops but it is well hidden.

M- Medium to light body that leaves a semi-dry finish. Very refreshing!

O- A very good beer that hits the spot on these warm days Indiana has been having lately. I would definitely buy it again. Yes, I will say it . . . sessionable!

Serving type: bottle

03-30-2012 23:12:47 | More by ChadSimmons

propstm

Massachusetts

3.58/5  rDev -6.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3 | overall: 3.5

Opening Notes: This is a brew my roomates raved about and had been hesitant to try. Usually a fan of darker stouts, I was a bit "skurred" by the potential of another lighter colored beer.

Smell: Citrus and Yeast are the first two scents, a subtle welcoming aroma, I began to think this is a beer i should try rather than fear.

Pour: The bottled poured a brew into a pint glass with a hazy golden-orange color. The result was a slight head with a small amount of lacing.

Taste: Gotta admit, this is one I will drink again. citrus and wheat, those are the most evident flavors. the first brew went down well, but with the second, the flavor seemed to become harsh.

I concede, this is a good brew i will drink again, it's got a good mouthfeel, not too heavy, however distinct. this is a very drinkable beer.

Serving type: bottle

05-19-2006 19:32:33 | More by propstm

medic3616

Michigan

4.93/5  rDev +28.4%
look: 4.5 | smell: 5 | taste: 5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 5

A very pleasant beer with a full body and crisp clean finish with a slightly sweet and nutty aftertaste. It pairs well with beef of any type and although some will put an orange wedge or a splash of oj in it, it stands well on its own.

Even though it is a full bodied beer it does not have a heavy feeling when you drink it.

Serving type: bottle

01-09-2008 19:12:30 | More by medic3616

craftaddict

Minnesota

4.2/5  rDev +9.4%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 3 | overall: 4.5

Pours an ever so slightly hazy golden amber with lots of bubbles rising to the top into a short-living white head that dissipates to a swirl and ring quickly leaving traces of lacing. Aroma is sweet with bready wheat balance with the citrus hops with lemons and oranges. Taste follows the aroma with the big wheat backbone up front and a slight hop bitterness in the finish with mainly citrus. A hint of spices show up in the taste that I didn't get in the smell. The mouthfeel is medium bodied with tons of carbonation, good summer drinking.

Serving type: bottle

04-08-2009 01:17:13 | More by craftaddict

nikoelnutto

Michigan

3.85/5  rDev +0.3%
look: 3 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Drank from 12oz bottle on a hot day in the spring.

A- orange-tan with very white foam. "head' (this was a bottle) dissipated quickly and wasn't drank at all. Some people like that, other don't. Average appearance for a wheat ale.

S- Very sweet and citrus like. almost too much like a orange in a bottle.

T- Crisp citrus and light spice. Evident wheat aftertaste. As it warmed up it the bitterness was a little more apparent.

M- Heavier than other beers of its type. Not unpleasant- full and wheaty

D- Drinkability high, this beer goes down smooth with the perfect amount of carbonation. tingly and sweet on the back of the tongue.

Overall this is a great beer for the a seasonal state. Warm weather needs oberon.

Serving type: bottle

04-26-2009 00:58:21 | More by nikoelnutto

SeaBrew40

Florida

3.1/5  rDev -19.3%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 2.5

Cloudy golden hue, from the floating particulates and swirling yeast. Very light carbonation with no head retention or lacing. Has a very homebrewed aroma. Light hopping, present more through bittering than aroma. The more subtle fruit flavors of the wheat are masked by the bitterness. I would have preferred less bittering to allow the wheat/fruit flavors be more pronounced. Not really what I think of when I want a summer seasonal, but a pretty good, interesting beer nonetheless.

Serving type: bottle

07-01-2009 06:21:22 | More by SeaBrew40