Style: Witbier

ABV: 19.0 IBU: 4.0

91/100
Aroma: 7
Appearance: 5
Flavor: 15
Mouthfeel: 12

Alaskan Brewing Company White

What the brewers say

“Alaskan White Ale has a soft, slightly sweet base with the unique spice aroma of coriander and crisp, citrus finish of orange peel. A light and effervescent body combined with the smooth palate creates a complex and delicate beer that is refreshing in any season.”

What our panel thought

Aroma: “Strong, dominant aromas of coriander, orange, and lemon zest, with the light grain sweetness of wheat.”

Flavor: “Good coriander flavor makes itself known but isn’t overpowering. Some light spicy hops character with a perhaps too-high, lingering bitterness. Assertive carbonic bite but no flaws. Finishes with sweet fruit-juice profile that is crisp and clean and leaves a lemon tartness on the tongue.”

Overall: “A crisp, refreshing beer. Very clean and tasty and profiles sweetness well. Love the finish. Great beer for spring or summer. Good example of wit despite crystal clarity.”

What our editors thought

Review printed in: The Summer of Saison (Summer 2014) (View All Issues)


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