Bell's Two Hearted Ale 4Pk

Bell's Two Hearted Ale 4Pk is a 7% ABV American IPA from Bell's Brewery in Michigan, dry hopped exclusively with Centennial hops and sold here as a four-pack. Named the best beer in America by Zymurgy magazine (American Homebrewers Association) for four consecutive years through 2020, it holds a perfect 100 score on RateBeer and a 95 on BeerAdvocate.

Quick Facts: ABV: 7%  |  Origin: Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA  |  Style: American IPA  |  Brewery: Bell's Brewery  |  IBU: 55  |  Format: 4-Pack

Production & Heritage

Bell's Brewery was founded in 1985 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, operating as a family-owned and independent craft brewery. Two Hearted Ale is built on a grain bill of two-row and caramel malts with a notable pale ale malt addition that contributes residual sweetness and body uncommon in many IPAs. The beer is both brewed and dry hopped with 100% Centennial hops — a single-hop commitment that gives the ale its signature citrus-pine character and clean bitterness at 55 IBUs.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe grapefruit and orange peel dominate the nose, followed by waves of floral pine needles and resinous hop oils. Underneath, a subtle caramel malt sweetness anchors the aromatics.

Taste: The entry is juicy and citrus-forward — tangerine, grapefruit, and lemongrass hit first. At mid-palate, a gentle pine bitterness emerges, balanced by the malty backbone from the pale ale and caramel malt additions. Ripe berry notes weave through the middle, adding dimension without heaviness.

Finish: Clean and crisp, with a dry close that lingers on lightly floral, earthy, and pleasantly bitter pine resin. The finish is moderate in length, inviting the next sip without residual sweetness clinging to the palate.

How to Drink Two Hearted Ale

Serve chilled between 45–50°F in a tulip glass or standard pint to let the Centennial hop aromatics fully express. The carbonation and bitterness make this a natural with food, but it stands well on its own. A classic beer batter fish fry lets Two Hearted's citrus cut through the richness. Try it alongside a spicy Thai green curry, where the malty sweetness tempers heat while the grapefruit notes complement lemongrass. It also pairs naturally with a grilled burger topped with sharp cheddar, where the hop bitterness acts as a palate cleanser between bites.

Best For

• Introducing a craft beer newcomer to a benchmark American IPA
• Stocking the fridge for a summer cookout or tailgate
• Gifting to a hop-forward beer enthusiast who values balance over brute bitterness
• Building a single-hop tasting flight alongside other varietal IPAs

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Two Hearted Ale taste like? Two Hearted Ale delivers bright grapefruit and tangerine citrus flavors supported by a caramel malt backbone, finishing dry with floral pine bitterness at 55 IBUs.

How does Two Hearted Ale compare to Founders Centennial IPA? Both are all-Centennial-hop IPAs, but Two Hearted leans more citrus-forward while Founders Centennial IPA tends to be more floral in both aroma and taste. Two Hearted's pale ale malt addition also gives it a fuller malty sweetness compared to Founders' drier profile.

Is Two Hearted Ale good for beginners? Its balanced malt sweetness and clean bitterness make it an excellent gateway IPA — flavorful enough to showcase the style without overwhelming hop aggression.

Where is Two Hearted Ale made? Two Hearted Ale is brewed by Bell's Brewery in Kalamazoo, Michigan, a family-owned craft brewery that has been operating independently since 1985.

What foods pair well with Two Hearted Ale? Grilled citrus-marinated chicken works well because the grapefruit notes echo the marinade. Sharp aged cheddar complements the malt sweetness. Fish tacos with lime crema mirror the ale's citrus profile. Spicy Buffalo wings benefit from the carbonation and bitterness cutting through the heat. A margherita pizza lets the floral pine hops play against fresh basil.

What sizes does Two Hearted Ale come in? This listing is a four-pack; Bell's Two Hearted Ale is also commonly available in six-packs, twelve-packs, and single cans or bottles depending on market.

Is Two Hearted Ale worth the price? Two Hearted positions as a premium craft IPA that consistently ranks among the highest-rated beers in America, earning a perfect 100 on RateBeer and a 96/100 from Craft Beer & Brewing — strong value for an ale of this critical standing.

Why Two Hearted Ale?

Few American IPAs carry the critical weight of Two Hearted Ale — a perfect 100 on RateBeer, a 95 on BeerAdvocate, and four consecutive years as Zymurgy magazine's best beer in America. The decision to brew and dry hop with nothing but Centennial hops is a deliberate act of restraint that produces a remarkably focused, balanced ale. The pale ale malt addition in the grain bill provides a residual sweetness and body that many single-hop IPAs lack, giving Two Hearted a depth that rewards repeated drinking. In a craft landscape crowded with haze and adjunct overload, this ale remains a benchmark for what a clean, well-built American IPA can be.