For whatever reason, I've long classified Alaska Brewing as one of those just ok micro brews. Maybe the fact that I can get the amber ale at Safeway is a turn off. Although I can get Lagunitas IPA there too. So maybe I'm being an elitist asshole.
At any rate I never really pay Alaska any attention. It gets no respect, no regard. But now that I've tried the IPA, will I change my tune?
Its a golden yellow beer, clear and crisp with a white creamy head. It has some lovely aromas of herbal hops,paired with musty, dusty earth. The body is in the medium to light range, and it offers a nice crisp finish.
As for flavor, the bitterness is subtle and resiny; not overbearing. there are some really nice fresh floral herbal hop notes. Overall, I think it's a rather muted IPA, but perhaps I'm swayed by all the doubles and imperials I've sipped lately. It's actually a nice easy drinking IPA. I was pleasanly surprised.
7 out of 10
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