- What natural landscapes can you see in Alaska?
- In Alaska, you’ll no doubt come across some of the most awe-inspiring views of nature, from towering ice-capped mountains to pristine bodies of water that merge into the sky.
- Does Alaska have a notable beer scene?
- What you might not expect is that Alaska also has one of the most underrated beer scenes in the nation.
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1. Anchorage Brewing Company
The Anchorage Brewing Company is one of the newer breweries to open in Alaska and is founded by brewer Gabe Fletcher, who specializes in souring cultures and barrel fermentation. The company implements both old and new brewing techniques and procedures that allow it to produce some of the most unique styles and flavors of craft beer to come out of Alaska. Guests are invited to try out the variety of beers in the company’s tasting room; you’ll be able to distinguish the flavors easily and can even take some back with you.
Anchorage Brewing Company, 148 W 91st St, Anchorage, AK 99515, Phone: 907-677-2739
2. Barnaby Brewing Company
The Barnaby Brewing Company is a nano brewery in Juneau, Alaska that is the brainchild of Matt Barnaby. A jack-of-all-trades kind of guy, Matt is extremely passionate about supplying finely crafted brews to the community. Barnaby specializes in brewing American-style ales, many of which come to be through their experimentation with wild-harvested ingredients. Many of the beers that they have on tap year-round include the McSteamy, which is a California Common, and the Long Way Home, which is a Cream Ale. Some of the other beers that rotate are the Nerke, which is an Irish Red Ale, and the seasonal Heart of a Lion, which is made with Dandelion Wheat.
Barnaby Brewing Company, 165 Shattuck Way, Juneau, AK, Phone: 907-419-0916
3. Bearpaw River Brewing Company
The Bearpaw River Brewing Company is owned and managed by four brothers: Jack, Jake, James, and Jed, who all work together to provide fresh handcrafted beer that is exciting and original. When in Wasilla, Alaska, be sure to stop by their brewery, have a chat with the brewers, and sample the many delicious flavors they have available. Their taproom is a fun place for locals and visitors to hang out, have a good time, and drink up a range of beer styles, which are available on draft and in growlers, bottles, and kegs. It is one of the fastest growing independent craft breweries in America and is well worth the visit.
Bearpaw River Brewing Company, 4605 E Palmer-Wasilla Hwy, Wasilla, AK 99654, Phone: 907-373-2537
4. Bleeding Heart Brewery
Though it may be Alaska’s smallest production brewery, the Bleeding Heart Brewery is known for having the largest heart. Tucked away in a colonial homestead farm, the brewery creates high-quality ales and lagers which are unique, flavorful, and refreshing. Their American IPA Bleeding Heart Beet and their Valley Trash blonde ale are popular amongst their patrons, as is their Grounds for Divorce Coffee Porter and their special Something Like Alaskan Amber red ale. Their taproom serves delicious food to accompany the drinks and provides outdoor seating for guests to enjoy their drinks with great company in an even greater surrounding.
Bleeding Heart Brewery, 562 S Denali St, Palmer, AK 99645, Phone: 907-746-2421
5. Broken Tooth Brewing Co.
Since 1996, the Broken Tooth Brewing Co., then known as Moose’s Tooth, has been providing flavorful beers concocted by their creativity. Though the actual brewery is housed in the Ship Creek port and is not accessible to visitors, you can still try all of their crazy concoctions at Moose’s Tooth Pub & Pizzeria or the Bear Tooth Theatrepub & Grill. The pizzeria serves all their delicious brews on tap along with mouth-watering pizzas and other foods, while the Theatrepub & Grill lets you enjoy the brews while watching amazing Art House films or enjoying concerts. Every first Thursday of the month is “First Tap,” which is when they share their latest brewery release.
Broken Tooth Brewing Co., 2021 Spar Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, Phone: 907-278-4999
6. Denali Brewing Company
Nestled in the heart of the Upper Susitna Valley is the famed microbrewery, the Denali Brewing Company. The brewery opened to the public in the summer of 2009 and soon expanded to their current location with a 30-barrel operation. They are one of the more socially and environmentally responsible breweries, and it is one of the very few to keep their doors open year-round ensuring stable employment. They have also implemented sustainable programs emphasizing zero waste and responsible water treatment. The taproom has over twenty beers on tap for you to enjoy while overlooking the production floor and dining on concoctions from various food trucks. Behind-the-scenes tours are available as well.
Denali Brewing Company, 37083 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK 99676, Phone: 907-733-2536
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