Schell's Pale Ale
August Schell Brewing Company

Schell's Pale AleSchell's Pale Ale
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From:
August Schell Brewing Company
 
Minnesota, United States
Style:
American Pale Ale
ABV:
5.75%
Score:
82
Avg:
3.6 | pDev: 13.33%
Reviews:
130
Ratings:
145
Status:
Retired
Rated:
Nov 26, 2021
Added:
Dec 03, 2002
Wants:
  0
Gots:
  1
replaced by Hopfenmalz
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Rated: 3.75 by LesDewitt4beer from Minnesota

Nov 26, 2021
 
Rated: 3 by harpus from Alabama

Nov 07, 2016
 
Rated: 4.1 by Jodio from Texas

Jul 28, 2016
 
Rated: 3.47 by iRun2Beer from Minnesota

Aug 31, 2015
 
Rated: 3.5 by DaveMiller from Minnesota

Apr 01, 2015
 
Rated: 4 by ovaltine from Indiana

Jul 22, 2014
 
Rated: 3.5 by zestar from California

May 10, 2014
 
Rated: 3 by ejimhof from Pennsylvania

Sep 29, 2013
 
Rated: 3.75 by Eric908 from South Dakota

Aug 03, 2013
 
Rated: 3.25 by cliff1066 from Virginia

Dec 23, 2012
 
Rated: 3.5 by Doyle from Minnesota

Aug 05, 2012
 
Rated: 4.25 by drslap from Hawaii

May 11, 2012
 
 
Rated: 3 by imperialking from Illinois

Jan 08, 2012
 
Rated: 3 by ponbon63 from Minnesota

Dec 22, 2011
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Reviewed by mikesgroove from South Carolina

3.3/5  rDev -8.3%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
medium to light amber color with a thick head of white that sat on top throughout the entire session, nice lacing down the glass.

aroma is light, nice little notes of citrus, hints of apple, pears, light grasses and a smooth, even flavor or light fruity yeast. as i take the first sip i get the clean, crisp flavor right off the bat. really nicely done. clean and light hops, a good strain of yeast and very nice carbonation all lead to a solid pale
Dec 04, 2011
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Reviewed by rings from Michigan

3.12/5  rDev -13.3%
look: 3 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3 | feel: 3 | overall: 3
I decided to give their Pale Ale a try.

While it's supposedly "steeped in German heritage"--which seems a bit odd for an English style--it can definitely be described as an American pale ale. It has more body than I expected and an East Kent Golding dry finish, which is rather pronounced. While perhaps a little thinner than most locally brewed versions, it's actually not too bad--in fact, it's surprisingly tasty--and fair representation of the style.

I'm curious to try a few more of their efforts.
Feb 11, 2011
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Reviewed by biteme398 from New York

3.42/5  rDev -5%
look: 3 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
A fairly pale color with some shades of orange in there. Small head that fades pretty quickly. The smell is interesting. Definitely hops but citrus as well. The citrus is sweeter than I usually get however. Taste is similar to smell. The hops are lighter than other American styles but they are still well balanced in the mix. Not terribly complex but still enjoyable.
Feb 03, 2011
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Reviewed by brewdub17 from Minnesota

3.65/5  rDev +1.4%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Appearance: Mostly brass body with spots of an opaque light orange takes presence in the center. Thick head sits atop and leave beautiful lacing.

Smell: Strong malty base takes shape with small amount of hop smells. A metallic, watery smell is present and not too complimentary.

Taste: A very malty base makes up most of the flavor. Hints of bittering hops comes later and is complimented well with small citrus notes.

Mouthfeel: Covers the mouth well with the strong malty sweetness and finds balance with the crisp finish and very small hop character.

Drinkability: Does a pretty decent job with balance and doesn't have many flavors that are too prevalent.
Nov 05, 2010
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Reviewed by dstc from Florida

3.75/5  rDev +4.2%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4
Pours a clear, copper orange with a full, foamy white head. Head falls slow to a minimal one but stays. Decent lace.

Sweet yet floral hop nose. Bit of yeast. Smells good.

Nice mild hop taste, floral and pleasant. Bit of a sweet malt background. Ends with a full bitter finish.

Medium bodied with decent carbonation.

Very nice, easy drinking APA. I like it.
Jul 15, 2010
Schell's Pale Ale from August Schell Brewing Company
Beer rating: 82 out of 100 with 145 ratings