Saison / Farmhouse Ale, 6.5% ABV
Appearance: The beer is a light golden wheat color, with great head and retention. There is tons of lacing left on the glass after the pour. The first pour was very clear, as you can see in the photo.However, toward the bottom of the bottle where the yeast had settled, the later pours were very cloudy, even when trying not to pour the dense yeast layer from the bottle.
Smell: It smelled of sour fruit, particularly apple, with a bit of lavender, clove, and lemongrass.
Taste: I get nice, earthy grass and hops, more green apple -- particularly on the aftertaste --, and some mild dryness and funk on the finish, most likely contributed by the brettanomyces. There is definitely some spicy yeast character here; that and a bit of alcohol provide warmth.
Mouthfeel: The beer is fairly light-bodied with plenty of carbonation, and it has a dry, clean finish.
Overall: This is an extraordinarily drinkable beer. As it says on the bottle, this is perfect for spring/summer. I'd love to have some of this while laying outdoors in a picnic blanket amongst clovers and daisies. It was smooth, well-balanced, and eminently enjoyable. I'll definitely pick up some more of this next year.
5/5
Appearance: The beer is a light golden wheat color, with great head and retention. There is tons of lacing left on the glass after the pour. The first pour was very clear, as you can see in the photo.However, toward the bottom of the bottle where the yeast had settled, the later pours were very cloudy, even when trying not to pour the dense yeast layer from the bottle.
Smell: It smelled of sour fruit, particularly apple, with a bit of lavender, clove, and lemongrass.
Taste: I get nice, earthy grass and hops, more green apple -- particularly on the aftertaste --, and some mild dryness and funk on the finish, most likely contributed by the brettanomyces. There is definitely some spicy yeast character here; that and a bit of alcohol provide warmth.
Mouthfeel: The beer is fairly light-bodied with plenty of carbonation, and it has a dry, clean finish.
Overall: This is an extraordinarily drinkable beer. As it says on the bottle, this is perfect for spring/summer. I'd love to have some of this while laying outdoors in a picnic blanket amongst clovers and daisies. It was smooth, well-balanced, and eminently enjoyable. I'll definitely pick up some more of this next year.
5/5
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