Grain Belt Premium - August Schell Brewing Company

AmberMan22

Minnesota

3.7/5  rDev +11.8%
look: 3 | smell: 3 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

This came on a recommendation from a friend. Taking a look at it, I had my doubts, but it apparently won some award way back when.

Since I didn't pour it out of the bottle, that may have precluded any possible merit or demerit for smell and appearance, much beyond color -- as the bottle is clear.
I did take a whiff at the bottle, and nothing bad came to mind. Off to a good start.

Taking a sip, I am immediately and pleasantly surprised. I must say this is without a doubt the most passable Adjunct Lager I've had. Tastes of biscuity malt, a surprisingly springy undertone of hoppy goodness, and ... blueberries.

Another great thing is this doesn't feel like drinking some watery barley soup, like many AALs. Carbonation is held in check, and mouthfeel actually has some substance to it.

Great thing about this beer is that it's frequently discounted in minnesota (12pk usually), making it not only a very respectable American Adjunct, but a wallet-friendly one too.

Serving type: bottle

04-14-2010 20:24:56 | More by AmberMan22

heytomcat

Minnesota

3/5  rDev -9.4%

06-18-2013 22:23:43 | More by heytomcat

billbeers

Pennsylvania

3/5  rDev -9.4%

06-14-2013 00:17:55 | More by billbeers

grumpygerman

Alabama

2.25/5  rDev -32%

06-12-2013 00:10:59 | More by grumpygerman

Fargrow

Michigan

3/5  rDev -9.4%

06-11-2013 02:42:13 | More by Fargrow

DrZeus10

Minnesota

3.25/5  rDev -1.8%

06-07-2013 01:10:02 | More by DrZeus10

CCutch

Minnesota

3.5/5  rDev +5.7%

06-05-2013 02:16:09 | More by CCutch

Skyjmpr

Missouri

3.5/5  rDev +5.7%

06-04-2013 16:30:00 | More by Skyjmpr

zdeck37

Virginia

2.75/5  rDev -16.9%

06-03-2013 03:01:18 | More by zdeck37

Hopstout

Minnesota

3/5  rDev -9.4%

06-01-2013 07:14:43 | More by Hopstout

harrymel

Washington

3.48/5  rDev +5.1%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.25 | overall: 3.5

Best by 11SEP13

Thanks Jace Marti!

Light, light yellow with a loose fitting cap of bone white foam. Absolute clarity. Smells super light, some grain, some maize, some grass clippings and a hint of bread. Taste is also really light with some light malt, a touch of cornbread with sweetness some slight bitterness and a overture of steel. Thin, real thin with moderate carb and an off dry finish. Could slam this all day on a hot one.

Serving type: can

05-23-2013 03:38:15 | More by harrymel

cfitterer

Arizona

3/5  rDev -9.4%

05-22-2013 05:52:43 | More by cfitterer

AmandaSchaefer

Wisconsin

3/5  rDev -9.4%

05-18-2013 12:46:22 | More by AmandaSchaefer

iHeartMNBeer

Minnesota

2.75/5  rDev -16.9%

05-17-2013 05:01:02 | More by iHeartMNBeer

ZEB89

Pennsylvania

3.25/5  rDev -1.8%

05-06-2013 17:58:28 | More by ZEB89

HoistinBrews

Minnesota

3.25/5  rDev -1.8%

05-06-2013 02:50:07 | More by HoistinBrews

Bear1964

Nebraska

3.25/5  rDev -1.8%

04-29-2013 22:47:53 | More by Bear1964

hurdjg

Iowa

3/5  rDev -9.4%

04-21-2013 13:30:04 | More by hurdjg

SurlyDisciple

Minnesota

3.5/5  rDev +5.7%

04-21-2013 06:45:33 | More by SurlyDisciple

koes0024

Minnesota

3.5/5  rDev +5.7%

04-20-2013 03:01:21 | More by koes0024

atomicskier1889

Minnesota

3.5/5  rDev +5.7%

04-05-2013 14:49:26 | More by atomicskier1889

Serick507

Minnesota

3.75/5  rDev +13.3%

04-04-2013 04:18:33 | More by Serick507

schoon

Iowa

3/5  rDev -9.4%

03-27-2013 03:03:11 | More by schoon

mpbrady320

Minnesota

2/5  rDev -39.6%

03-25-2013 14:36:19 | More by mpbrady320

MAbeerNE1

Massachusetts

3.25/5  rDev -1.8%

03-14-2013 23:40:03 | More by MAbeerNE1