Beer Review: Breckenridge Brewery Avalanche Ale

Overall 6.7/10 - Avalanche Ale is brewed in Breckenridge, Colorado. It is an American Amber with 4.40% ABV. It has a pleasant flavor that is full flavored and not over-powering.

Appearance 1.4/2.0 - Beautiful amber color. Brownish-red. Nice bubbles from carbonation. The head is white and soda-like. Nice bottle art from Breckenridge.

Smell 1.5/2.0 - Sweet, floral, very hoppy, a slightly sour-metallic.

Taste 2.5/4.0 - Not overly bitter or carbonated, but it does have a pallet cleansing affect. The back-end has a hoppy and malt flavor, not sweet or fruity flavored.

Mouth Feel 1.3/2.0 - Smooth, mildly carbonated, typical ale with an appropriate amount of crisp-fizz that allows you to enjoy the flavor instead of overpowering it.

Pairing - An ideal meal would be grilled salmon, buttered spinach, and couscous.