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Viktor's Voyage Ale

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Sweet and malty, this amber ale is made for Vikings game days and for those who bleed purple and gold. It is a seasonal in the Leinenkugel's range, poured in Minnesota only and available from August to February. It is meant for tailgating with friends and shouting Skol after a touchdown.

Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
SRM
amber12
Where this beer sits
Body
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Sweetness
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Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
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Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
maltyhoppycaramel
malty
hoppy
caramel
Aroma
The nose leads with sweet caramel malt and toasted grain notes, supported by a gentle herbal hop character that remains understated.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Viktor's Voyage Ale

◎ Appearance

Pours a bright copper to amber hue with excellent clarity. The head is dense and off-white, settling to a fine collar with good retention and lacing. Carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated, lending a lively presence in the glass.

copper-amberclearpersistent headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with sweet caramel malt and toasted grain notes, supported by a gentle herbal hop character that remains understated. Light stone fruit and honey undertones emerge as the beer warms, creating an inviting and balanced aromatic profile.

caramel malttoasted grainherbal hopshoney notes

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and malty-sweet, coating the palate with caramel and light toffee character. Mid-palate maintains smoothness while modest noble hop bitterness emerges to balance the sweetness. The 28 IBU sits comfortably in the background, allowing the malt body to remain dominant without becoming cloying.

malty-sweetcaramelbalanced bitternesssmooth body

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with caramel notes lingering softly. A subtle hop dryness follows, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for another drink.

clean finishcaramel aftertastemoderate dryness
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
77
Appearance
80
Finish
74
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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About Amber Ale

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What is a 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.

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