Tuesday, December 30, 2014

Alaskan Amber Review

Alaskan Brewing Company
Juneau, Alaska, USA


5.3% abv
18 IBU
Amber Alt Style Ale

Appearance: semi-clear copper penny body with a half finger head that was gone before I even thought about the color; spot clean glass with each sip

Aroma: sweet biscuit; light caramel


Flavors: sweet biscuit; lightly toasted grains; soft caramel

Mouthfeel: firm carbonation; medium-light body; thin upfront; grainy biscuit lingers on the palate; sweet overall – the 18 IBU’s tell you that

To the Point: just call it an Amber or Red Ale; drop the Altbier – it’s no Altbier; too thin; just a step away from being a Miller or Bud – both of those have to be around 17 IBU’s – add a little toasted grain and a hint of caramel and you turn your Bud into this Amber Ale.  BORING – skip it.  But, Bud and Miller drinkers can handle this ale and they may think this is great.  Grade: C


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