Anchorage Brewing Company Split

Name: Anchorage Brewing Company Split
Brand: Beer
SKU: 63c1288a1603da0c8ca5e0d2
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.18 (102 reviews)

Imperial IPA 10 º

Anchorage Brewing Company

Anchorage Split is a masterfully crafted Double IPA that leverages thiol-boosting yeast to amplify intense tropical aromatics. The sensory experience is defined by a heavy saturation of Sabro and Strata hops, delivering a complex bouquet of toasted coconut, ripe passion fruit, and pungent citrus. Despite its formidable 10% ABV, the beer maintains a lean malt profile that allows the hop character to remain at the forefront. The use of Strata in the double dry-hop process adds layers of strawberry and dank resin, while the Sabro provides a creamy, lime-tinged finish. It is an assertive, high-intensity ale that balances significant bitterness with a deceptively smooth, dry delivery.

Appearance. Pours a deep gold to light orange with slight haze from the heavy dry-hop additions. It is crowned by a moderate, persistent white head that leaves significant lacing on the glass.

Aroma. High intensity hop aroma featuring prominent notes of coconut and tropical fruit esters. The Strata hops provide a distinctive passion fruit and berry character, while the thiol-boosted yeast enhances guava and grapefruit notes. Malt is low and neutral, providing a clean, grainy backdrop to the hop-forward profile.

Taste. Immediate hop-driven flavors of mango, lime, and coconut cream. The bitterness is high but well-sculpted, never becoming harsh. A minimal malt presence offers a subtle cracker-like foundation. The fermentation is clean with light tropical fruitiness, leading into a very dry, crisp finish with a long, resinous, and fruity aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a smooth, velvety texture. Carbonation is moderate-high, providing a lively prickle on the tongue. A noticeable, well-integrated alcohol warmth reflects the high gravity without being solventy or hot.

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