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Breckenridge Avalanche Amber Ale

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Breckenridge's flagship since 1990. Named after the avalanche-prone mountains above the original ski-town brewery. Toasted caramel malt, light nutty character and a clean, balanced bitterness. The après-ski beer of Colorado.

ABV
5.4%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
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
carameltoastyclean
caramel
toasty
clean
nutty
malty
Aroma
The nose opens with inviting toasted caramel and bread malt notes, complemented by subtle nutty undertones and a whisper of toffee sweetness.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Breckenridge Avalanche Amber Ale

◎ Appearance

Pours a beautiful copper to deep amber hue with excellent clarity and a bright, inviting presentation. The head is substantial and creamy, settling to a persistent collar that laces nicely down the glass. Carbonation is well-integrated, evident in steady streams of fine bubbles.

copper amberclearcreamy headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with inviting toasted caramel and bread malt notes, complemented by subtle nutty undertones and a whisper of toffee sweetness. Light noble hop character provides gentle herbal notes without overwhelming the malt-forward profile. Clean and approachable, with no harsh alcohol or off-character notes.

toasted caramelbread maltnuttysubtle hop spice

◐ Taste

The palate delivers a smooth, medium-bodied experience with predominant caramel and toffee sweetness balanced by light grain complexity. The clean malt backbone mingles with restrained noble hop bitterness that provides structure without aggression. Well-integrated at 5.4% ABV, this beer maintains excellent drinkability throughout.

caramel maltsmoothbalanced bitternessgrain forward

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and clean, with the malt sweetness gradually receding to reveal a dry, slightly grainy aftertaste. Subtle noble hop bitterness lingers briefly, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for another sip.

cleandrycrisp finish
81
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
82
Appearance
84
Finish
79
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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Food Pairing

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About American Amber Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a American Amber Ale?

Amber Ales have 4.5–6.2% ABV and IBU 25–40. Caramel malt sweetness balanced by moderate hop bitterness, a reddish-amber colour and smooth finish.

Finding a similar American Amber Ale

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