Kölsch
Alaskan Brewing Co.

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From:
Alaskan Brewing Co.
 
Alaska, United States
Style:
Kölsch
Ranked #196
ABV:
5.3%
Score:
81
Ranked #25,448
Avg:
3.59 | pDev: 11.7%
Reviews:
324
Ratings:
884
Status:
Active
Rated:
Nov 23, 2023
Added:
Jun 01, 2002
Wants:
  34
Gots:
  146
Formerly Alaskan Summer Ale

Alaskan Summer Ale balances a softly malted palate with the clean freshness of hops. In the tradition of the style, neither overpowers the other. Both hops and malt come together to refresh and renew the palate. The straw-gold color and easy drinkability are an enjoyable way to celebrate summer.
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Ratings by olradetbalder:
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Rated by olradetbalder from Sweden

2.75/5  rDev -23.4%

Nov 19, 2014
More User Ratings:
 
Rated: 3.53 by emwilke from Nevada

Nov 23, 2023
 
Rated: 3.71 by LXIXME from New Mexico

Nov 04, 2023
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Reviewed by AdmiralOzone from Minnesota

3.72/5  rDev +3.6%
look: 4 | smell: 3.25 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 3.75
Pours crystal clear golden orange with a thin white cap that leaves leggings when swirled. Aroma is slightly citrusy, malt and floral hops. Flavor follows the nose, a bit sweet. Feel is light bodied and well carbonated. Overall, a satisfying beer.
Nov 01, 2023
 
Rated: 4.18 by ummswimmin from New Jersey

Aug 25, 2023
 
Rated: 3.61 by LukeB from Virginia

Jul 19, 2023
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Reviewed by ZAP from Minnesota

3.76/5  rDev +4.7%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.75
L-Darker shade of gold than expected.

S-Lightly frutiy (cherries) with also some black pepper notes..

T-Light soft maltiness...wheat impression...light subtle fruitiness....

F-Good carbonation....slightly tart on the finish..

O-Not a bad stab at the style.
Jul 16, 2023
 
Rated: 3.71 by kemoarps from New York

Jun 28, 2023
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Reviewed by KT3418 from Colorado

3.88/5  rDev +8.1%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.75
It's not my most favorite Kolsch but it is very very clean and fresh, easy drinking and a little crisp. Definitely exceeded my expectations. I'd say this one has become a bit underrated
Mar 30, 2023
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Reviewed by whynot44 from Missouri

3.68/5  rDev +2.5%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
Clear light straw yellow with a modest but lasting white head and some nice lacing.
The aroma is pale malt, fresh baked bread, a bit of apple or pear. The taste is light caramel malt, fresh bread, lightly sweet apple or pear, some fruity spiciness and just a hint of floral hops.
The body is light/medium, nice level of carbonation adds some crispness, smooth and very drinkable.
Altogether, this is a tasty and enjoyable brew, not exactly classic, but very nice all the same. This should be espsecially good for hot weather. I could see needing a few on a hot day, but drinkable anytime
Feb 27, 2023
 
Rated: 3.54 by KC_beerman from Missouri

Jan 12, 2023
 
Rated: 3.41 by CisPiece88 from Nebraska

Oct 25, 2022
 
Rated: 3 by mpenske from California

Oct 23, 2022
 
Rated: 3.5 by Ajc2936 from Texas

Aug 15, 2022
 
Rated: 3.68 by mamaraza from Texas

Jun 26, 2022
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Reviewed by KTCamm from New Jersey

3.5/5  rDev -2.5%
look: 3 | smell: 3 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5
4/20/21...mostly clear pale gold. Foams all but away to a flat still view. Notes of hay, straw, grains but faint. Clean crisp flavor. No sweetness. Mellow, smooth, and consistent. Acts like a Kolsch should act.
Dec 31, 2021
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Rated by eatsluggs from Florida

3.56/5  rDev -0.8%
look: 3.25 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
Again... kolsch should cime from Germany. Just brew something else. And leave this brew from someone else.
Mar 13, 2021
 
Rated: 3.5 by BEER88 from North Carolina

Nov 02, 2020
 
Rated: 4.03 by The_Kriek_Freak from Pennsylvania

Oct 02, 2020
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Reviewed by cyclonece09 from Wisconsin

3.79/5  rDev +5.6%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.75
Poured from a can into a pint glass. Pours yellow orange with a fluffy white head. Smells of wheat, not overly sweet. Tastes of sweet wheat and slight fruitiness, not too strong but nice balance. Beer is light bodied and very easy drinking, good carbonation. Overall a very good beer.
Sep 01, 2020
Kölsch from Alaskan Brewing Co.
Beer rating: 81 out of 100 with 884 ratings