Anchorage — We’re all Replaceable

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

The nose opens with profound bourbon-soaked dark chocolate, toasted oak, and vanilla custard, underscored by leather and dried black figs. The palate is viscous and luxurious at 18.9% ABV, delivering waves of espresso, dark caramel, and charred oak alongside notes of bourbon cream, molasses, and subtle dark fruit complexity. Extended barrel aging brings remarkable integration and warmth. The finish is extraordinarily long and warming, with lingering chocolate, oak tannins, and a whisper of roasted malt bitterness that gradually fades into sweet vanilla and bourbon-laced resonance.

Food Pairing

Pair with a rich chocolate marquise or bourbon pecan tart, where the beer’s oak-aged intensity complements dense, dark desserts. Alternatively, serve alongside aged Stilton or cave-aged Gruyère, allowing the imperial stout’s sweetness and barrel character to contrast the cheese’s savory depth while the elevated alcohol cuts through fat beautifully.

About Anchorage Brewing Company

Anchorage Brewing Company was founded in 2010 in Anchorage, Alaska, by Gabe Fletcher, a brewer whose vision centered on creating innovative, barrel-aged beers that push the boundaries of traditional brewing. The brewery has earned recognition for its meticulous approach to wild and sour ales, often incorporating extended aging in oak barrels with complex blends of wild yeast strains and bacteria. Fletcher’s background includes experience at respected brewing institutions, and this expertise is evident in Anchorage’s commitment to patience and precision in the brewing process.

What distinguishes Anchorage Brewing is their dedication to small-batch production and an uncompromising focus on quality over quantity. The brewery specializes in Belgian-inspired styles, particularly saisons and strong ales, which undergo lengthy barrel aging periods that can extend for months or even years. Their beers frequently feature fruit additions and experimental techniques that reflect both European brewing traditions and a distinctly American craft sensibility. Anchorage has garnered numerous accolades within the craft beer community, establishing itself as one of the premier producers of barrel-aged and mixed-fermentation beers in the United States. The brewery’s limited production volumes and exceptional quality have made their releases highly sought after by enthusiasts.