Third Coast Old Ale - Bell's Brewery, Inc.

SuperNova777

Indiana

4/5  rDev -3.1%

02-15-2012 00:18:58 | More by SuperNova777

cfrances33

Illinois

3.75/5  rDev -9.2%

06-18-2013 17:34:25 | More by cfrances33

Rave

California

4.25/5  rDev +2.9%

06-15-2013 13:54:54 | More by Rave

rgilbert

New Jersey

3/5  rDev -27.4%

06-14-2013 15:31:03 | More by rgilbert

abcramer

Pennsylvania

4/5  rDev -3.1%

06-12-2013 20:50:00 | More by abcramer

scottiethebody

California

4/5  rDev -3.1%

06-12-2013 05:26:46 | More by scottiethebody

pinnser

Colorado

4/5  rDev -3.1%

06-11-2013 23:26:40 | More by pinnser

jarrgal

North Dakota

4/5  rDev -3.1%

06-10-2013 11:59:37 | More by jarrgal

bboymouse

Florida

4.26/5  rDev +3.1%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25

Bought in late May as Total Wine was trying to clear their old stock.

It had great carbonation, poured into a pint glass. Smelled very sweet right off the bat.

As far as taste and mouthfeel was concerned, it was extremely drinkable, no way to tell it's over 10%. Not nearly that overpowering alcohol smell or taste that comes with some barleywines.

It drinks easy but very sweet on the finish, although a malty sweetness as opposed to an alcohol-y sweet. It was very good.

As this is my first review, I apologize for the brevity, I hope to be able to produce more detailed descriptions in the future.

Serving type: bottle

06-10-2013 00:35:11 | More by bboymouse

Igotmypistola

California

3.61/5  rDev -12.6%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.75

Decent little brew. pretty standard.

Little thin and bitter. which is funny because i keep expecting it to end sweet. almost no sweetness, which i didnt like at first but its growing on me. (or maybe thats just the booze talking)

Nice head retention and lacing. Looks better than it tastes. Leaves a sort of unpleasant taste on the tongue.

meh

Serving type: bottle

06-08-2013 05:43:06 | More by Igotmypistola

DeutschesBier

Maryland

4.25/5  rDev +2.9%

06-07-2013 14:22:30 | More by DeutschesBier

savagepm

Colorado

3.5/5  rDev -15.3%

06-06-2013 00:55:44 | More by savagepm

jibjib513

Ohio

4.5/5  rDev +9%

06-05-2013 01:53:40 | More by jibjib513

wyatt13

Illinois

4.33/5  rDev +4.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.25

Bottled on date of 4/6/2012, so it's about 14 months old at this point. Poured from a 12 oz. bottle into a snifter.

A - Pours a caramelized, reddish-amber color. Only about half of a finger of off-white head emerges, and even that fades away within seconds. Remnants of sticky lacing, which surprises me given the overall lack of foam.

S - Deep caramelly sweetness, with a definite presence of dark fruits. There is also a mild spiciness, reminiscent of raisins or almost like a bread pudding. Still some bitter hop aromas present as well, but they are definitely taking a back seat here.

T - The taste largely follows the smell, but with an even more pronounced emphasis on the sweetness. A very pleasant saccharine quality from the caramelized malts transitions to a bit of a boozy alcohol aftertaste that has a pleasant warming finish.

M - A relatively full mouthfeel, with more carbonation than the appearance would let on. A finish that straddles the line between sticky and dry that is more drinkable than the 10.2% ABV should allow.

O - Although I have never had this beer fresh, I highlight recommend it with a little over a year of age on it. This brew is very balanced, with a sweet & slightly boozy mix that will be enjoyed for at least the next hour of sipping.

Serving type: bottle

06-03-2013 01:48:10 | More by wyatt13

rturn2

Georgia

4.25/5  rDev +2.9%

06-01-2013 21:42:32 | More by rturn2

sodensp

Virginia

3.75/5  rDev -9.2%

05-30-2013 04:52:00 | More by sodensp

mpayne5

Indiana

4.5/5  rDev +9%

05-28-2013 01:53:54 | More by mpayne5

DanGeo

Michigan

4.25/5  rDev +2.9%

05-28-2013 00:46:50 | More by DanGeo

BrewBoyR

Missouri

3.9/5  rDev -5.6%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4

Poured from a bottle with a bottled on date of 10/12/12. Aged for around 7 months.

Appearance: Pours a murky brown with a lot of floaties. Small off-white head dissipates quickly leaving spotty, sticky lacing.

Aroma: Rich, malty aroma full dark fruits such as fig, plum, prune, with esters reminiscent of apple and peach. Alcohol is very evident with some mild hop earthiness in the background.

Flavor: Rich caramel maltiness up front combined with stone fruit and a hint of chocolate. Stale, oxidized flavors complement the malt complexity. Spicy, boozy alcohol takes over next which leads into a smooth, yet intensely bitter finish.

Mouthfeel: Full and chewy with a bit too much alcohol warming. Low to moderate carbonation.

Overall Impression: Although a little rough immediately after bottling, this beer improved dramatically after aging, even for a short time. I really wish I would have had the patience to age it longer. It falls somewhere between a traditional English Old Ale and a hoppy American Barleywine and manages to remain surprisingly balanced. Intense booziness is my biggest criticism, but this beer would still be fantastic on a cold winter day.

Serving type: bottle

05-27-2013 22:27:26 | More by BrewBoyR

ajzy

Wisconsin

4/5  rDev -3.1%

05-26-2013 01:30:29 | More by ajzy

edbritton

Alabama

5/5  rDev +21.1%

05-24-2013 20:29:54 | More by edbritton

diehl07

Ohio

4.75/5  rDev +15%

05-24-2013 00:09:52 | More by diehl07

Slay40

Michigan

2.5/5  rDev -39.5%

05-23-2013 22:35:46 | More by Slay40

IMSPEAKNOENGLISH

Illinois

4.25/5  rDev +2.9%

05-23-2013 03:07:43 | More by IMSPEAKNOENGLISH

Dpayne

Michigan

4/5  rDev -3.1%

05-23-2013 00:50:59 | More by Dpayne