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Rating: 83

Oberon Ale

Brewery: Bell’s Brewery · Kalamazoo, MI
Variety: Ale · American Ale · American-Style Pale Wheat Ale
Alcohol: ABV 5.80% / ABW 4.64%
Preferred vessel: Pint glass
Color: Deep Gold (Vienna Lager) (6 SRM)
Added by Joseph Kocherhans
Last updated by Phil Dokas

An American wheat ale brewed with Saaz hops. Spicy and fruity, Oberon is the color and scent of a summer afternoon.

Light, Fruity, Citrus, Wheat

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  1. Review by EliVZ
    Rating: 85

    EliVZ

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Durham, NC
    Jan. 13th, 2009 at 11:37 a.m.
    Comment:

    Characteristics: light
  2. Review by Phil Dokas
    Rating: 85

    Phil Dokas

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Ann Arbor, MI
    Jan. 13th, 2009 at 5:08 p.m.
    Comment:

    A Michigan favorite, very refreshing and easy drinking. A fantastic session beer for sure, especially after a day outside in the summer.

    Refreshing quality, light yet rewarding. Offers a bouquet of citrus and wheat. Pours a brilliant amber with medium head and active carbonation.

    Characteristics: carbonated citrus light refreshing sweetsweet wheat
  3. Review by Jim Renaud
    Rating: 84

    Jim Renaud

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Royal Oak, MI
    Jan. 14th, 2009 at 11:19 a.m.
    Comment:

    Summers in Michigan must include mosquito spray, a camping trip to a lake of your choice, A Tiger’s game at Comerica Park and Bell’s Oberon.

    A light, citrusy ale that is like a Belgium wheat, but without the filling.

    Characteristics: carbonated citrus light refreshing summer wheat
  4. Review by Andy Sternberg
    Rating: 85

    Andy Sternberg

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Iowa City, IA
    Jan. 15th, 2009 at 12:48 a.m.
    Comment:

    a fave summer brew in college…

    Characteristics: citrus light hops orange peel
  5. Review by John Nunemaker
    Rating: 80

    John Nunemaker

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Centerville, MI
    Jan. 15th, 2009 at 9:54 p.m.
    Comment:

    Love Oberon. Good stuff.

    Characteristics: citrus summer
  6. Review by Olivia
    Rating: 70

    Olivia

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Ann Arbor, MI
    Jan. 20th, 2009 at 12:12 p.m.
    Comment:

    I’m always torn about Oberon. I think in terms of wheat beers, there are others that I like a lot better. I like a fresh, citrusy taste, but sometimes I taste something funky about the fruitiness in Oberon. An icky undertone, if you will. Overall, Oberon is hit or miss for me.

    Characteristics: citrus fruity light semi-sweet wheat
  7. Review by SharaK
    Rating: 76

    SharaK

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Ann Arbor, MI
    Jan. 29th, 2009 at 7:22 p.m.
    Comment:

    Characteristics: citrus light summer wheat
  8. Review by ebrackley
    Rating: 80

    ebrackley

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Comstock Park, MI
    Feb. 4th, 2009 at 3:45 p.m.
    Comment:

    Oberon is one of my favorite summer beers. As a new Michigan resident, I was happy to discover it is available on tap in many establishments as well as the mini-keg.

    Characteristics: citrus wheat
  9. Review by Tiffani Jones
    Rating: 81

    Tiffani Jones

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Seattle, WA
    March 9th, 2009 at 5:36 p.m.
    Comment:

    Used to love it, but OD’d. It’s a lot like Upland wheat, but a little thicker and tangier. It’s crisp, with hints of citrus and orange. Drink it very cold, or risk a funky, sour aftertaste.

    Characteristics: citrus semi-sweet wheat
  10. Review by geeklimit
    Rating: 75

    geeklimit

    drank this beer from a Pint glass
    March 10th, 2009 at 8:05 a.m.
    Comment:

    A great ale!

    Characteristics:
  11. Review by lauraglu
    Rating: 95

    lauraglu

    drank this beer from a Pint glass
    March 12th, 2009 at 2:11 p.m.
    Comment:

    Nothing beats a draft Oberon once spring has rolled around. Refreshing without being a lightweight, tasty for most palates and perfect to drink outdoors with friends.

    Characteristics:
  12. Review by loserish
    Rating: 87

    loserish

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Fort Wayne, IN
    March 12th, 2009 at 6:27 p.m.
    Comment:

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  13. Review by SCLisi
    Rating: 85

    SCLisi

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Elkhart, IN
    March 30th, 2009 at 3:39 a.m.
    Comment:

    The aroma is everything you could come to expect in an ale. The taste is both spicy and bitter, as well as a bit sweet. A fuller texture guarantees a smooth finish.

    Oberon has a taste that isn’t soon forgotten and a finish that just begs for more. You’d be hard-pressed to find a more enjoyable American ale.

    Characteristics: crisp delicious fruity spicy tasty
  14. Review by Slack
    Rating: 87

    Slack

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Holland, MI
    March 30th, 2009 at 2:09 p.m.
    Comment:

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  15. Review by Wilk
    Rating: 87

    Wilk

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in South Bend, IN
    March 30th, 2009 at 4:49 p.m.
    Comment:

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  16. Review by sno0909
    Rating: 97

    sno0909

    drank this beer from a Stein (Mug) in Canton, MI
    April 9th, 2009 at 7:59 a.m.
    Comment:

    By-and-large one of the best beers to come from a local brewery. Drinking this is like sex in your mouth.

    Characteristics: beautiful damn tasty fruity
  17. Review by mikegee
    Rating: 80

    mikegee

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Miami, FL
    April 17th, 2009 at 4:55 p.m.
    Comment:

    Had this down in the Keys at Hog Heaven. Good beer, but not one of Bell’s better beers.

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  18. Review by M@
    Rating: 80

    M@

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Washington, DC
    April 29th, 2009 at 12:59 p.m.
    Comment:

    pours cloudy golden with no head.

    smells sweet and malty and tastes citrusy with a lingering sweetness.

    Characteristics: citrus malty sweet
  19. Review by scredsfan
    Rating: 78

    scredsfan

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Aiken, SC
    May 20th, 2009 at 3:54 p.m.
    Comment:

    Pours cloudy yellow with minimal head - light carbonation. Lightly sweet malty aroma and taste. Very crisp, finishes clean - a good, not exceptional beer.

    Characteristics: cloudy_yellow crisp light sweet
  20. Review by bs529
    Rating: 88

    bs529

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Ann Arbor, MI
    Aug. 25th, 2009 at 6:11 a.m.
    Comment:

    Oberon is one of my favorite Michigan summer beers. It has a great aroma with a medium head. Can be a little bit off if its not fresh. Light citrus flavor.

    Characteristics:

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