About
Alaska has a rich history of brewing. From the explorers of the 1700s through the Gold Rush, many a thirsty Alaskan has been able to enjoy locally made beers.
In 1986, 28-year-olds Marcy and Geoff Larson reignited that tradition when they opened the Alaskan Brewing Company, the 67th independent brewery in the country and the first brewery in Juneau since Prohibition. Alaskan beers reflect many of the same characteristics of beers that were brewed here during the gold rush era. From the historically based Alaskan Amber recipe to alder-smoked malts and Sitka spruce tips, Alaskan beers reflect Juneau’s local brewing history and innovation.
In 1986, 28-year-olds Marcy and Geoff Larson reignited that tradition when they opened the Alaskan Brewing Company, the 67th independent brewery in the country and the first brewery in Juneau since Prohibition. Alaskan beers reflect many of the same characteristics of beers that were brewed here during the gold rush era. From the historically based Alaskan Amber recipe to alder-smoked malts and Sitka spruce tips, Alaskan beers reflect Juneau’s local brewing history and innovation.
6.6/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 5
Flavor 7
Texture 8
Overall 7.5
Draft at the brewery in Juneau, Alaska. Crystal clear gold color with a small white head. Decent lacing. Stronger than average Kolschy aroma. Smooth, clean, and bright malt flavor. Clean and crisp mouthfeel. Medium-light body and medium carbonation. Low bitterness.
Tried
from Draft
on 04 Sep 2023
at 20:50
6.6/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 6
Flavor 6
Texture 8
Overall 6.5
12 oz can from Beerhead. Light wheat beer smell, with a hint of spice. Pours a golden beer with tiny floaties instead of haze, under thick bubbly head. Pouring the whole can into the glass dislodges some sediment. Uncomplicated beer taste with a hint of cardamon.Pleasant Belgian style, slightly generic, but still a step up from a Fat Tire or Shock Top.
Tried
from Can
on 26 Aug 2023
at 02:59
6.1/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 6
Flavor 6
Texture 6
Overall 5.5
Aromas are a blend of old citrus and resin hops with a bit of cardboard. Flavors are somewhat similar to nose, on the sweet side up front, a little stone fruit comes out. Low bitter, full body with slightly soft carbonation. Forgetable.
Tried
from Can
from
Woodman's Foods - Onalaska
on 27 Jun 2023
at 19:41