RJ Rockers Brewing Company, out of Spartanburg, South Carolina, brings us Bell Ringer Ale. Ah, South Carolina, home of the Gamecock's and starter of the Civil War. How did that work out for you. Bell Ringer pours a nice cloudy amber. There's quite a bit of caramel on the nose as well as a little orange and yeast. There are strong bitter hop and caramel flavors up front along with the roasted malt flavor. This stuff has very bitter hops on the, maybe a bit to much. I have to say this beer warms you up quick, probably thanks to it's potent 8.5% A.B.V. I tried it with some very spicy asian food and that seem to tone down the bitterness so I can see this pairing well with strongly spiced foods. This is well crafted stuff with excellent ingredients, but they could have toned down the hops a little. Of course, you could always tone other stuff up. Recommended for those who crave the hop.
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