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Kodiak Brown Ale

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Caramel and roasted malts sit at the centre of this brown ale, with Northwest hops adding an accent on top. It comes in at 5% ABV and 24 IBU. Kodiak Brown Ale is one of the first beers Midnight Sun brewed after opening in 1995, and it is inspired by the adventurous spirit found in Alaska.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter24 IBU
Roasted bitterness
SRM
deep amber20
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
roastedcaramelmalty
roasted
caramel
malty
hoppy
toasty
nutty
Aroma
Roasted malt and caramel dominate the nose, offering warmth and depth without harshness.
also:bready
not found:juicy,chocolate,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Kodiak Brown Ale

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to brown hue with solid clarity and a tan head that settles to a persistent ring. The color reflects the balance of caramel and roasted malts at the beer's core. Carbonation is gentle, supporting a fine Schaumhaftung around the glass.

deep amber-brownclearpersistent head

◌ Aroma

Roasted malt and caramel dominate the nose, offering warmth and depth without harshness. Northwest hops contribute a subtle, herbaceous accent that complements rather than overpowers the malt foundation. A faint toasty, grainy undertone rounds out the profile.

roasted maltcaramel sweetnessherbal hop accent

◐ Taste

The palate opens with roasted and caramel malt flavors, delivering a smooth, full entry without excessive sweetness. Mid-palate reveals nutty and bready notes that add complexity and body. Bitterness remains restrained at 24 IBU, allowing malt character to lead through the finish.

roasted, caramel-forwardsmooth malt bodybalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with roasted malt and a hint of nuttiness lingering pleasantly. No harsh edges or lingering bitterness; the aftertaste fades gracefully.

drymalt-driven finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
79
Appearance
77
Finish
76
Serve at 10–13°C

Serve at 10–13°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 Brown Ale

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What is a Brown Ale?

Brown Ale is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

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