#9

Smoked Porter

Alaskan Brewing Company -Juneau, Alaska

If you live in the lower 48 it’s a safe bet you haven’t sampled the sublime beers of the Alaskan Brewing Company, partially made with water from nearby glaciers. When we were sent a six-pack, the brewery had to rush to get the package on the last ferry leaving the city. We’re glad they made the cut-off, because this smoked style of brewing -- known as "rauchbier" in Germany -- is a historical relic worth resurrecting. Malts smoked with alder wood are used to make this robust and earthy beer, released in limited edition vintages each year. It’s fine straight out of the bottle, but also matures into a more complex beer over time, like a fine wine.

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