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Summer Solstice Ale

Anderson Valley Brewing Company
United States·Spiced / Herbed Beer·Rank 32 of 50 · The Best American Amber Ales
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Slightly sweet and malty, with hints of caramel on the nose and a touch of spice, a creamy mouthfeel and a clean finish. Chinook hops with pale two-row and crystal malts (40L and 80L) keep this session beer at 5.0% and 6 IBU. Affectionately known as summer in a can, it is a summer seasonal made for hot days.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Mild6 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
amber12
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
cleancaramelmalty
clean
caramel
malty
spicy
Aroma
The nose opens with soft caramel malt notes and a gentle sweetness from the pale two-row and crystal malts.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Summer Solstice Ale

◎ Appearance

Summer Solstice Ale presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright transparency. The head forms with fine, persistent bubbles that cling to the glass in delicate lacing, while steady carbonation rises through the body.

pale goldenclear, brightfine lacingwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with soft caramel malt notes and a gentle sweetness from the pale two-row and crystal malts. Chinook hops contribute subtle, earthy spice undertones that suggest restraint and balance, creating an inviting, approachable bouquet.

caramel maltearthy spicesubtle sweetnessrestrained hop character

◐ Taste

The palate enters creamy and smooth, with prominent caramel and malty flavors that build through the mid-palate. Very low bitterness (6 IBU) keeps the spice in the background, allowing malt sweetness and a light peppery note to define the flavor arc without harshness.

creamy, smoothcaramel-forwardlight spiceminimal bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with spice notes fading quickly into a refreshing, thirst-quenching aftertaste. The overall impression is crisp and sessionable, designed for easy drinking on warm days.

clean, dryrefreshingspice fades quickly
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
77
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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