Anchorage — Wendigo 2021 Double Oaked Batch 2

Few craft breweries command the reverence that Anchorage Brewing Company has earned among serious collectors, and the Wendigo Double Oaked Batch 2 stands as a testament to why. This exceptional imperial stout from Anchorage, Alaska, represents the pinnacle of barrel-aged brewing craft — a deeply complex, slow-poured reward for those who seek out the extraordinary. With only limited quantities produced per batch, the Wendigo series has become one of the most coveted releases in the American craft beer world, and Batch 2 raises the bar set by its predecessor.

A Double Oaking Process Like No Other

What distinguishes the Wendigo Double Oaked from virtually every other imperial stout on the market is its meticulous two-stage barrel aging regimen. The beer undergoes extended maturation across two distinct rounds of oak contact, drawing out layers of wood character, vanilla, and spirit notes that a single pass through the barrel simply cannot achieve. The result is a beer of extraordinary structural depth — simultaneously robust and refined, with an integration of flavors that only time and craftsmanship can produce.

Tasting Notes

• Pours a dense, opaque black with a tan, creamy head
• Aromas of dark chocolate, roasted espresso, bourbon-soaked oak, and dried dark fruit
• On the palate: rich fudge, toasted coconut, vanilla bean, blackcurrant, and a whisper of smoke
• The finish is long, warming, and remarkably smooth for the style

Collector Appeal and Cellaring Potential

Batch 2 of the Wendigo Double Oaked is a genuine collector’s piece. Imperial stouts of this calibre are built to evolve, and those patient enough to cellar this bottle will be rewarded with even greater harmonic complexity over the coming years. Batch releases from Anchorage rarely resurface, making each acquisition a singular opportunity.

This rare Anchorage release is available at Wines & Spirits SA Switzerland, your trusted Swiss source for the world’s most distinguished craft beers and spirits, priced at CHF 70. Stock is strictly limited — this is not a bottle to hesitate over.