Real beer on a plane!

Posted by Patrick under Beer Travel

Yes, Marge, it’s true. I am on a US commercial flight with good beer on board.

If you follow my musings, you probably saw my report on Sam Adams showing up on the Delta Shuttle. While that’s great for beer enthusiasts, it’s not great for non-business travelers (the Shuttle is aimed at high-powered folks commuting between NYC, Boston and DC with a price to match).

When I saw the press release from Alaska Brewing company that they would be offering their beer on Alaskan Airlines flights systemwide, you can imagine my delight. Their Amber happens to be one of my favorite beers.

So today, I happen to be flying Alaskan for a work trip. As you can see, I *had* to have an amber during my flight today.

For those of you who have never had this beer, it is based on the German Alt style — dry finishing with hints of fruitiness and very little bitterness. It’s malty and smooth. It’s just yummy alone or with pork roast.

So if you’re on an Alaskan Airlines flight anytime soon, try the Alaskan Amber.