Cellarmaker Brewing Company & Anchorage Brewing Company — Alaska Thunder
Style: Hazy IPA
ABV: 7.0%
Hops & Additions: Simcoe, Simcoe Cryo, Galaxy, Freestyle Farms’ Tropical Fusion, Nectaron, Nectaron Cryo, and Mosaic Hyperboost
Brewed as a collaborative effort with Gabe from Anchorage Brewing Company, Alaska Thunder is an intensely hopped Hazy IPA engineered for maximum tropical fruit saturation and aromatic complexity. Utilizing a powerhouse lineup of advanced hop products and specialized farm selections, this 7.0% ABV release showcases a modern, high-tech approach to hop expression.
Tasting Notes
- Appearance: Pours a hazy, glowing light yellow with a dense, pillowy white head.
- Aroma: An explosive bouquet of vibrant tropical fruits takes charge right away. Waves of passionfruit, mango, and juicy stone fruit mix with bright citrus zests, complemented by subtle undertones of white grape and kiwi zip.
- Palate: The flavor profile mirrors the nose, delivering a heavily saturated punch of tropical and citrus fruit flavors. Thanks to the heavy-hitting hop fractions and specialized blends like Freestyle Tropical Fusion, the beer packs a massive punch without tasting heavy or overly sweet.
- Mouthfeel: Exceptionally smooth and plush with a soft, rounded body that coats the palate comfortably before finishing clean.
Verdict
Cellarmaker‘s Alaska Thunder is a stellar showcase of what happens when two heavyweight IPA creators team up. It leans heavily into modern hop processing to extract pure, unadulterated tropical saturation while maintaining an effortless, highly drinkable structure.
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